204 E 21St Street, Chester, PA 19013-5416 $185,000

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,514
Acreage: 0.05
Age:97 years
Style:
Traditional
MLS#: PADE2084254
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached

Description

Welcome to 204 East 21st Street, Chester, PA – where charm meets modern convenience in a delightful waltz of style and comfort! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home is a treasure trove of original features with contemporary updates, offering a generous 1,514 square feet of living space on a 2,370-square-foot lot. Step through the whimsical curved front door, and you'll be greeted by original hardwood floors with intricate inlay that whisper tales of yesteryear. In the living room, cozy up by the gas fireplace with its classic brick surround, perfect for those evenings when you want to channel your inner bookworm or simply enjoy a good chat. The sunroom at the front of the house is your personal slice of serenity – ideal for morning coffee, afternoon reads, or stargazing without the chill. The formal dining area provides the perfect setting for hosting dinners or simply savoring a meal with a bit of flair. The new kitchen is a culinary delight, featuring sleek granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and a stainless steel appliance package that might just inspire your inner chef to try that recipe you've been eyeing. Upstairs features three well sized bedrooms and the full bathroom. Each bedroom offers ample closet space, ensuring your wardrobe has the room it deserves. Descend to the finished basement, where you'll find additional storage aplenty, a convenient half bath, and a laundry room that makes chores a breeze. Plus, there's direct access to the outside, where a fenced yard awaits your outdoor ambitions – be it gardening, grilling, or just soaking up some sun. 204 East 21st Street is more than a house; it's a home ready to write the next chapter of your life. Don't miss your chance to claim this Chester charmer as your own!

Taxes: $1,968
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Chester-Upland

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, None, None, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry, Hookup Laundry

Garage/Parking
On Street

Interior
Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Basement Connecting Stairway, Full Basement, Fully Finished Basement, Basement Walkout Stairs, Hardwood Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls

Exterior
Stone Foundation, Flat Roof, Tile Roof, Brick Exterior, Patio(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot
Fully Fenced, Wood Fence

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Public Elementary (39 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Stetser Elementary School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–6 Chester 0.38 mi
Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester-Upland School District K–8 Chester 0.42 mi
Parkside Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 0.86 mi
Chester Community Charter School Chester Community Charter School K–8 Chester 1.09 mi
Main Street School Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Brookhaven 1.17 mi
Chester Upland School of Arts Chester-Upland School District Preschool–5 Chester 1.18 mi
Nether Providence Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 1.26 mi
Eddystone Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Eddystone 1.28 mi
Woodlyn Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Woodlyn 1.46 mi
Coebourn Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Brookhaven 1.69 mi
Grace Park Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Swarthmore 1.87 mi
Lakeview Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Ridley Park 2.06 mi
Wallingford Elementary School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Wallingford 2.59 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 2.6 mi
Edgewood Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Folsom 2.77 mi
Leedom Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Ridley Park 2.81 mi
Swarthmore-Rutledge School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District K–5 Swarthmore 2.93 mi
Prospect Park School Interboro School District 1–8 Prospect Park 3.46 mi
Pennell Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 3.48 mi
Indian Lane Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 3.5 mi
Amosland Elementary School Ridley School District K–5 Morton 3.53 mi
Kindergarten Academy Interboro School District K Prospect Park 3.55 mi
Sabold Elementary School Springfield School District 2–5 Springfield 3.79 mi
Norwood School Interboro School District 1–8 Norwood 3.85 mi
Media Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 3.85 mi
Tinicum School Interboro School District 1–8 Essington 3.91 mi
Hilltop Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Aston 3.92 mi
Aston Elementary School Penn-Delco School District K–5 Aston 4.16 mi
Linwood Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Linwood 4.21 mi
Marcus Hook Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Marcus Hook 4.22 mi
Springfield Literacy Center Springfield School District K–1 Springfield 4.37 mi
Glenolden School Interboro School District 1–8 Glenolden 4.52 mi
Delcroft School Southeast Delco School District K–8 Folcroft 4.74 mi
Darby Township School Southeast Delco School District K–8 Glenolden 4.75 mi
Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Southeast Delco School District K Glenolden 4.84 mi
Walter M Senkow Elementary School Upper Darby School District 1–5 Glenolden 4.87 mi
Rose Tree Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 4.88 mi
Glenwood Elementary School Rose Tree Media School District K–5 Media 4.92 mi
Boothwyn Elementary School Chichester School District K–4 Boothwyn 4.98 mi

Public Middle (7 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester-Upland School District 4–8 Chester 1.52 mi
Ridley Middle School Ridley School District 6–8 Ridley Park 2.05 mi
Strath Haven Middle School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 6–8 Wallingford 2.12 mi
Northley Middle School Penn-Delco School District 6–8 Aston 2.56 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 2.6 mi
Richardson Middle School Springfield School District 6–8 Springfield 4.28 mi
Chichester Middle School Chichester School District 5–8 Boothwyn 4.38 mi

Public High (11 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Chester High School Chester-Upland School District 9–12 Chester 1 mi
STEM at Showalter Chester-Upland School District 7–12 Chester 1.39 mi
Strath Haven High School Wallingford-Swarthmore School District 9–12 Wallingford 2.09 mi
Ridley High School Ridley School District 9–12 Folsom 2.4 mi
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School K–12 Chester 2.6 mi
Sun Valley High School Penn-Delco School District 9–12 Aston 2.8 mi
Interboro Senior High School Interboro School District 9–12 Prospect Park 3.69 mi
Chichester Senior High School Chichester School District 9–12 Boothwyn 4.37 mi
Springfield High School Springfield School District 9–12 Springfield 4.59 mi
Delaware County Technical High School-Fo Delaware County Technical High School 9–12 Folcroft 4.88 mi
Delaware County Technical High School-As Delaware County Technical High School 9–12 Aston 4.89 mi

Private (23 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Drexel Neumann Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Chester 0.15 mi
Widener University Child Development Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chester 0.22 mi
Kehillah Early Learning Center Jewish Preschool–K Wallingford 1.02 mi
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wallingford 1.35 mi
Faith Temple Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–6 Chester 1.48 mi
The Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Brookhaven 1.61 mi
Frederick Douglass Christian School Baptist Preschool–7 Chester 1.84 mi
Notre Dame De Lourdes School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Swarthmore 1.86 mi
Milagre Kids School Nonsectarian 9–12 Swarthmore 1.88 mi
Center For Self Development Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Chester 2 mi
Geoge Crothers Memorial School Nonsectarian Ungraded Swarthmore 2.21 mi
St James Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Ridley Park 2.34 mi
The School In Rose Valley Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Rose Valley 2.68 mi
Holy Family Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Aston 2.96 mi
Media Children's House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Aston 3.03 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K Aston 3.35 mi
Kiddie Kampus Learning Center Christian (no specific denomination) K Upper Chichester 3.48 mi
Our Lady Of Angels Regional Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Morton 3.76 mi
Media-Providence Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Media 4.14 mi
Davidson School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Elwyn 4.29 mi
Ridley Area Ymca-Childcare Nonsectarian K Secane 4.37 mi
The Walden School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Media 4.64 mi
St Francis Of Assisi School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Springfield 4.75 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Chester (19013), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 23
  • Average salary of people in this community: $31,970

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 6,140
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.57
  • Households w/ Children: 68%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 4,316 (29.0%)
  • Rented: 7,900 (53.1%)
  • Vacant: 2,663 (17.9%)
  • Total: 14,879

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 35,134
Households: 12,216
Median Age: 31.40

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 5.1%
  • Some High School: 11.7%
  • High School Graduate: 47.7%
  • Some College: 17.4%
  • Associate Degree: 6.1%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 8.9%
  • Graduate Degree: 3.1%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $32,345

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $761
  • One Bedroom: $664
  • Two Bedroom: $869
  • Three Bedroom: $972
  • Four Bedroom: $959

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Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (267) 380-5813, marianne.dillon@compass.com

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204 E 21St Street, Chester, PA 19013-5416

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