$130,000
3 bd|1 ba|1,108 sqft
1028 Mcdowell Ave, Chester, PA 19013
Listed by VRA Realty
For Sale1 of 11
Listing description
Located on a great, well-established block just steps from Widener University, this well-kept 3-bedroom, 1-full-bath brick rowhome offers comfort, convenience, and charm. The inviting covered front porch leads into a spacious living and dining area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The home has been lovingly maintained and features a functional layout with generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of city living with easy access to public transportation, shopping, dining, and major routes. Whether you’re a homeowner or investor, this property is a solid opportunity in a desirable location near Widener.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,240 sq ft
- Heating
- 90% Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Colonial
- Year built
- 1945
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.02 acres (871 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $105
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PADE2107310
- County
- Delaware County
- School district
- Chester-Upland
- Days on market
- 160 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | Listed for sale | $129,900 |
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
$130,000
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
- $129,900
- County assessment implies
- $98,792
- Est. property taxes at today's rates
- $1,031/yr
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1424 RIDLEY AVE, CHESTER, PA 19013 | April 2026 | $130,000 | 3/1 | 1,248 | $127,010 |
| 2419 UPLAND ST, CHESTER, PA 19013 | March 2026 | $105,000 | 3/1 | 1,212 | $118,372 |
| 1414 WASHINGTON AVE, CHESTER, PA 19013 | July 2025 | $180,000 | 3/1 | 1,266 | $180,852 |
| 125 W 21ST ST, CHESTER, PA 19013 | May 2026 | $135,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $142,603 |
| 327 W 21ST ST, CHESTER, PA 19013 | April 2026 | $105,313 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $111,009 |
| 312 W 21ST ST, CHESTER, PA 19013 | April 2026 | $155,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $165,585 |
Estimated taxes
Estimated at current rates
$1,560 / year
≈ $130 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$1,559
School tax
CHESTER-UPLAND · 14.49 mills (2025-26)
$782
County tax
Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)
$249
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality
$529
Recomputed from the county assessment ($53,980, 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
$25,980 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$820/mo
- Principal & interest
- $652
- Property taxes (current rates)
- $130
- Home insurance (est.)
- $38
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
Chester-Upland
- Academic index
- 22.9/100
- Graduation rate
- 77.1%
- PSSA ELA proficient
- 9.7%
- PSSA Math proficient
- 5.6%
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.
Map location
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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:33 PM EDT
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