Prime opportunity in a central location—738 Chestnut St is a vacant lot with exceptional potential for development. Whether envisioning a residential home or a parking lot, this property offers flexibility with proper zoning and city approvals. Mock design concepts for both uses are available for inspiration and planning purposes only. This lot can also be packaged with a nearby residential property in need of renovation. Motivated seller—contact us today for further details and to schedule a showing.
Sold for $22,000 on 08/22/25
$22,000
738 Chestnut St, Reading, PA 19602
--beds
--baths
2,178Square Feet
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,523 Estimated rent
Home value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,523/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 22, 2025 at 03:25am
Listed by:
Jimmy Thelusca 610-985-7700,
Pagoda Realty
Bought with:
Jimmy Thelusca, RS333622
Pagoda Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2059530
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 2,178 sqft
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Parcel number: 02530628983938
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Other
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: None
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $22,000-37.1% |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2059530 | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $35,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2059530 | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $35,000+40% |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2059530 | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Listing removed | $25,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2054064 | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $25,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2054064 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $297 +1.5% | $6,600 |
| 2024 | $293 +1.6% | $6,600 |
| 2023 | $289 | $6,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19602
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Southern Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Amanda E Stout Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Reading
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.