Unlock the potential of this charming and unique home with a rich history! Live comfortably on the first floor while you embark on a renovation journey to restore the second and third levels to their former grandeur. Potential for in-law quarters, extended family living or renovate back into one magnificent home offering endless possibilities for creating your dream homestead. First level offers open concept kitchen/living area, laundry room, full bath- as well as two bedrooms, sitting area and side enclosed porch with private side entry. Second and third level of this home offers magnificent untapped potential including a private and separate front entrance, grand foyer area, enclosed front porch -which could be converted back to open and covered space to sit out and enjoy- and oversized rooms to create your perfect living space all of which are awaiting your finishing touches and design. Spacious two car detached garage, large yard. Unique property offering endless potential and opportunity! Great location and Brandywine Heights SD. Home is being sold as-is.
Sold for $268,125
$268,125
280 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA 19539
6beds
3,364sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.7 Acres Lot
$281,300 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,976 Estimated rent
Home value
$281,300
$259,000 - $307,000
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Oversized roomsSitting areaGrand foyer areaLarge yardLaundry roomEnclosed porchTwo bedrooms
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Listed by:
Shannon L. Milander 610-704-1729,
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
Bought with:
Alfredo Russo, RS372953
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 742761
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- None, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oil Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Tile
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,364 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,364
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Covered Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.70 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Not In Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 547316844668
- Zoning: 115 Res
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Mertztown
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2025 | Sold | $268,125-5.9%$80/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #742761 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Pending sale | $285,000$85/sqft |
Source: GLVR #742761 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $285,000-4.7%$85/sqft |
Source: GLVR #742761 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2039564 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $299,000+32.9%$89/sqft |
Source: GLVR #730690 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK378280 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2021 | Sold | $225,000-9.6%$67/sqft |
Source: GLVR #677957 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2021 | Pending sale | $249,000$74/sqft |
Source: GLVR #677957 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2021 | Price change | $249,000-6%$74/sqft |
Source: GLVR #677965 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $264,900+341.5%$79/sqft |
Source: GLVR #668770 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2012 | Sold | $60,000$18/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,273 +0.9% | $89,600 |
| 2024 | $4,236 +2.1% | $89,600 |
| 2023 | $4,150 +2.3% | $89,600 |
| 2022 | $4,057 +0.8% | $89,600 |
| 2021 | $4,027 +0.8% | $89,600 |
| 2020 | $3,997 +1.5% | $89,600 |
| 2019 | $3,938 +1.1% | $89,600 |
| 2018 | $3,897 +1.8% | $89,600 |
| 2017 | $3,828 +328.6% | $89,600 |
| 2016 | $893 | $89,600 |
| 2015 | $893 | $89,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $89,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $89,600 -0.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $90,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $90,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19539
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Brandywine Heights Intermediate/Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Brandywine Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Brandywine Heights Area
Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Mertztown
- 19539
- 280 Chestnut St
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