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Listing description

Open House Sat. 6/20 from 12 to 2 pm 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 New roof New electrical panel New sewer line to the street New downspouts 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!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,232 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Cape Cod
Year built
1940

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.12 acres (5,227 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$259
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PADE2117530
County
Delaware County
School district
Chichester
Days on market
20 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jun 18, 2026Listed for sale$319,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$298,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Delaware County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$319,000
County assessment implies
$240,593
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$4,564/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
4022 W 7TH ST., TRAINER, PA 19061March 2026$165,0004/11,248$195,751
4007 W 13TH ST, TRAINER, PA 19061November 2024$165,5004/21,192$191,731
4210 W 7TH ST, MARCUS HOOK, PA 19061October 2025$186,5003/11,200$252,707
1017 LANGLEY ST, MARCUS HOOK, PA 19061February 2025$222,0003/21,310$226,737
940 CHESTNUT ST, TRAINER, PA 19061May 2025$250,0003/21,319$243,643
1326 FORREST ST, MARCUS HOOK, PA 19061September 2024$290,0003/11,233$325,113

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$5,964 / year

$497 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$5,337

+11.8% at current rates

School tax

CHICHESTER · 30.11 mills (2025-26)

$3,958

County tax

Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)

$606

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$1,400

Recomputed from the county assessment ($131,460, 2021 base year) × current millage. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Delaware County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$63,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,191/mo

Principal & interest
$1,601
Property taxes (current rates)
$497
Home insurance (est.)
$93

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Chichester

Academic index
51.1/100
Graduation rate
88.4%
PSSA ELA proficient
45.5%
PSSA Math proficient
31%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Delaware County crime & safety numbers →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Delaware County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:38 PM EDT

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