3539 Chestnut Street
READING, PA 19605
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,080 sqft
- 4,356 sqft lot
- $189 per sqft
- 1965 build
This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath semi-detached home is located at the top of Laureldale and offers a comfortable, practical layout with tasteful updates throughout. Step into a spacious living room featuring hardwood floors and crown molding. The kitchen and dining area offer a convenient open layout, with a renovated kitchen that includes granite counter tops and a 5-burner gas stove featuring an air fryer and griddle top—great for versatile cooking. Upstairs, you'll find a large primary bedroom with hardwood flooring, along with a second bedroom and a full bath to complete the upper level. The open basement with high ceilings provides plenty of potential for storage, a home gym, or future finished space. Enjoy time outdoors on the back deck or in the backyard. This home is also conveniently located close to major highways, schools, shopping, and dining—ideal for daily living and commuting.
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Last updated May 23, 2025
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MLS# PABK2055276 —
The Building
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Year Built:1965
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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Roof:Flat
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick, Aluminum Siding
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Structure Type:Twin/Semi-Detached
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Architectural Style:Traditional
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Levels:2
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Main Entrance:West
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Block
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Unfinished, Heated, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs, Water Proofing System
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Total SqFt Source:Assessor
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Assessor
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:1080
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Tax Total Finished SqFt:1080
Interior
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Interior Features:Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Wood Floors
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1
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Room Count:5
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Flooring Type:Wood
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Fireplace:No
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Living Area SqFt Source:Assessor
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:1080
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Living Area SqFt:1,080 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Acceptable Financing:Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
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Possession:Negotiable
Location
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Directions:From 5th St or Kutztown Rd, take Elizabeth Ave East, take left on Chestnut, home will be on right
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Cross Street:County St
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Latitude:40.39419000
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Longitude:-75.90867000
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Location Type:Suburban
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Very Good
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.10
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Lot Size Source:Estimated
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Lot Size Dimensions:0.00 x 0.00
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Lot Dimensions Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Level
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Lot SqFt:4,356 Sqft
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Inclusions:All appliances- As Is condition & All window treatments. Furniture is negotiable.
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Zoning:R-1
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Zoning Description:Residential
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Outdoor Living Structures:Deck(s)
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Waterview:No
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Land Use Code:161
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (610) 914-4581
- Office phone:
- (610) 670-2770
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:57-5319-18-21-7755
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Tax Year:2025
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Tax Lot:7755
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Tax Annual Amount:$3,501
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Tax Assessed Value:$67,700
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School Tax:2482.0
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County Tax:610.00
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City/Town Tax:410.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:2
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Upper Level Bedrooms:2
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Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:2
Baths
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Total Baths:1
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Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level Full Baths:1
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Central A/C
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Central Air:Yes
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Forced Air
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Electric Service:100 Amp Service
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Hot Water:Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas
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Laundry Type:Basement
Schools
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School District Name:Muhlenberg
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:None Available
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Sidewalks, Street Lights
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Pool:No Pool
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
Parking
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Garage:No
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Type of Parking:On Street
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$205,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$1,097
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Taxes | $291 |
Insurance | $56 |
Utilities | $130 See report |
Total | $1,574/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/22/25
May 22, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $205,000 |

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