Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/26/2026
Listed
$239,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Experience the allure of modern luxury in this beautifully renovated twin home, set to impress with its 2026 upgrades. Nestled in the charming Northwest Reading neighborhood, this residence boasts a perfect blend of traditional architecture and contemporary elegance. With two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, this home is designed for comfort and style. The main floor laundry hookup adds convenience to your daily routine. Enjoy the expansive outdoor space on a generous 0.21-acre lot, perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. The detached garage and ample off-street parking ensure that you and your guests are always accommodated. This property is not just a home; it's a lifestyle, offering a serene retreat with easy access to local amenities. Embrace the opportunity to make this exquisite residence your own, where luxury meets comfort in every detail.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1257 Chester St
General
- Price: $239,900
- Taxes: $1,403 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2077368
- Updated: 8/26/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
- Flooring: Vinyl, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 11
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Subdivision: NORTHWEST READING
- Driving Directions: Lehigh & Chester
School Information
- School District: Reading
- High School: Reading
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Unfinished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,000 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,000 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1945
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,147
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $239.9
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $545
- City/TownTax: $584
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $274
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $30,400
- Tax Amount: $1,403
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 896
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 8040
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Schools
Schools serving 1257 Chester St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Glenside El School 500 Lackawanna Street, Reading, PA 19601 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Northwest Middle School 1000 North Front Street, Reading, PA 19601 | 5-8 | 0.9 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1257 Chester St
Tax History
Tax History for 1257 Chester St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$858
4%
$30,400
—
2025
$825
2%
$30,400
—
2024
$805
-39%
$30,400
—
2023
$1,329
—
$30,400
—
2022
$1,329
—
$30,400
—
2021
$1,329
1%
$30,400
—
2020
$1,316
—
$30,400
—
2019
$1,316
—
$30,400
—
2018
$1,316
1%
$30,400
—
2017
$1,307
1%
$30,400
—
2016
$1,291
5%
$30,400
—
2015
$1,230
1%
$30,400
—
2014
$1,215
—
$30,400
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1257 Chester Street, Reading, PA 19601 (MLS# PABK2077368) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1257 Chester Street is currently listed for $239,900 and was received on August 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1257 Chester Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.