Opportunity knocks in Reading! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath semi-detached home offers solid potential for the right buyer. Featuring a classic all-brick exterior, this property is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life. The home is in need of renovation due to fire damage in one of the bedrooms, making it an ideal project for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity through improvements. With a functional layout and good bones, this is your chance to customize and create a space that fits your style. Whether you're looking for your next investment or a home to make your own, 1120 Chester St presents a great value-add opportunity in the City of Reading.
Sold for $135,000
Zestimate®
$135,000
1120 Chester St, Reading, PA 19601
3beds
1,118sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$135,000 Zestimate®
$121/sqft
$1,787 Estimated rent
Home value
$135,000
$128,000 - $142,000
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Classic all-brick exteriorGood bonesFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Jacob Eckert 610-914-8831,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Elaine Smith, RS377024
Iron Valley Real Estate Keystone
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2070162
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,236
- Total interior livable area: 1,118 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,118
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 19530713145767
- Zoning: 161 RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Sold | $135,000-9.4%$121/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2070162 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $149,000$133/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Price change | $149,000-3.9%$133/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $155,000+198.1%$139/sqft |
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| 5/11/2021 | Sold | $52,000+4.2%$47/sqft |
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| 6/25/2014 | Listing removed | $49,900$45/sqft |
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| 1/7/2014 | Price change | $49,900-9.1%$45/sqft |
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| 8/10/2013 | Price change | $54,900-8.3%$49/sqft |
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| 6/27/2013 | Price change | $59,900-7.8%$54/sqft |
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| 5/3/2013 | Price change | $65,000-13.3%$58/sqft |
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| 5/10/2012 | Listed for sale | $75,000+21%$67/sqft |
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| 9/17/2008 | Sold | $62,000$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,659 +1.5% | $36,800 |
| 2024 | $1,634 +1.6% | $36,800 |
| 2023 | $1,609 | $36,800 |
| 2022 | $1,609 | $36,800 |
| 2021 | $1,609 +1% | $36,800 |
| 2020 | $1,593 | $36,800 |
| 2019 | $1,593 | $36,800 |
| 2018 | $1,593 +0.7% | $36,800 |
| 2017 | $1,582 +75% | $36,800 |
| 2016 | $904 +8.7% | $36,800 |
| 2015 | $832 | $36,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $36,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $36,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Glenside El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Northwest Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Reading Senior
- District: Reading
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Berks County
- Reading
- 19601
- 1120 Chester St
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