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$108,753$73 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 70How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $106,000 on Apr 21, 2026

240 CHESTNUT ST

WEST READING, PA 19611
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,488 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$109K
$76K low$142K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$106,000 · Apr 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,347 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$57,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$14,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBERKS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Wyomissing Area Jr. / Sr. High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Wyomissing Hills Elementary CenterA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.8 mi

District: Wyomissing Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19611These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,678
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,498 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,985
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,385
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

240 Chestnut St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the least valuable homes in West Reading
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in West Reading
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Reading 19611
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Berks County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Berks County

What homes are worth in Reading 19611

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$135K$458K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Reading 19611.

How it measures up in Reading 19611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 19611.

Estimated value$108,753
CheaperTypical $246,237Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$73
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,488 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,049 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 240 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest ReadingReading 19611Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$108,753almost no homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$73almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,488 ft²69% of homes71% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²53% of homes40% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192038% of homes28% of homes26% of homes

About 240 Chestnut St

How much is 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA is $108,753 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $75,591 to $141,915. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA last sell?

240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA last sold on Apr 21, 2026 for $106,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA?

240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,488 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA built?

240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA?

240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA is assigned to Wyomissing Area Jr. / Sr. High School (middle), rated C+; Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Wyomissing Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA compare to other homes in Reading 19611?

Among the 2,696 homes in Reading 19611, it is worth more than almost none of them ($108,753 against a typical $246,237), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($73 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,488 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 3,049 ft²) and it is newer than 28% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA was $1,347. The county assessed it at $57,300.

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