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    • Price cut: $20K (7/12)
    $299,000

    1242 Chestnut St, Trainer, PA 19061

    4beds
    1,232sqft
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    $2,061/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $297,000 Zestimate®
    $243/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New downspoutsInviting enclosed front porchDining roomTwo generously sized bedroomsUpdated kitchen
    Open House Sunday 8/2/26 from 1 to 3 stop by ./Welcome home to 1242 Chestnut Street! This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers space, comfort, and numerous recent improvements throughout. Step onto the inviting enclosed front porch and enter the main level, which features a spacious living room, dining room, two generously sized bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The updated kitchen provides plenty of functionality and charm, while the rear porch/laundry room includes new flooring, a washer and dryer, and access to a newly built side deck. Upstairs, you'll find two additional large bedrooms with ample closet space, along with a second full bathroom. The walk-out basement offers convenient storage and utility space. While the ceiling height is lower, it is exceptionally clean and features a freshly painted floor. This home has been extensively updated, including: a new heating and air conditioning system, a newer roof, a new electrical panel, a new sewer line to the street, new downspouts, and fresh interior and exterior paint throughout. With its thoughtful updates and flexible living space, this move-in-ready home is a fantastic opportunity. Schedule your showing today!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Carol Jones 610-639-1411,

    VRA Realty 4848001777

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2117530MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Natural Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Dry Wall
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Laminate
      • Basement: Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,232
      • Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,232
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 52.00 x 82.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 46000012100
      • Zoning: RES
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Excellent
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 150 Amps
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Trainer
      • Municipality: TRAINER BORO

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $243/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $131,460
      • Annual tax amount: $5,337
      • Date on market: 6/18/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
      • Inclusions: New Washer And Dryer, Refrigerator
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $297,000

        $282,000 - $312,000

        $2,314/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/12/2026Price change$299,000-6.3%$243/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PADE2117530 Report a problem
        6/18/2026Listed for sale$319,000+298.8%$259/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PADE2117530 Report a problem
        12/20/2006Sold$80,000$65/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$5,964 +13.2%$131,460
        2025$5,267 +1.8%$131,460
        2024$5,172 +2.8%$131,460
        2023$5,032 +2.1%$131,460
        2022$4,928 $131,460
        2021$4,928 +1188%$131,460 +87.6%
        2020$383 -90.9%$70,070
        2019$4,209 -0.2%$70,070
        2018$4,219 +997.1%$70,070
        2017$385 $70,070
        2016$385 $70,070
        2015$385 $70,070
        2014$385 +2.8%$70,070
        2013$374 +2.8%$70,070
        2012$364 +0.3%$70,070
        2011$363 +2%$70,070
        2010$356 +7.5%$70,070
        2009$331 $70,070
        2008$331 +8.3%$70,070
        2007$306 -2%$70,070
        2006$312 $70,070
        2005$312 $70,070
        2004$312 +8.5%$70,070
        2003$287 +7.9%$70,070
        2002$266 $70,070
        2000$266 $70,070
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19061

        Getting around

        43 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Middle: Chichester
        • High: Chichester Senior
        • District: Chichester

        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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