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Brian Foraker

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Listed by Pete McGuinn • RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester

$ 249,900

Est. payment | -/mo

6 Beds

3 Baths

2,642 SqFt

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$ 249,900

Est. payment | -/mo

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6 Beds

3 Baths

2,642 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Under Contract

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,642 sqft

Price per Sqft $94

Subdivision Chester City

MLS Listing ID PADE2113190

Style Colonial

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 2,642

Year Built 1900

Available Date 2026-04-22

Annual Tax Amount $3,392

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 6,970 Sqft

Acres 0.16

Lot Dimensions 50.00 x 140.00

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Multiple offers received, Highest and Best due 4/28 by 8 pm. Welcome to 705 E. 20th St., a truly remarkable six-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial that offers an incredible opportunity for someone looking to restore or customize a home with character galore (or could be a potential student rental). Ideally located just steps from Widener University, this property is brimming with unlimited potential and classic architectural details that are becoming harder and harder to find. From the moment you arrive, you'll be charmed by the welcoming covered front porch, a perfect spot to relax and take in the neighborhood. Inside, the home boasts a grand foyer that leads you into a spacious, light-filled living room featuring a stunning fireplace—the true heart of the home. Throughout the residence, you'll find exquisite historic touches, including original leaded glass windows and beautiful glass arch transoms that capture the craftsmanship of its time. With generous room sizes, gorgeous hardwood floors, and a layout that flows with ease, this home provides the perfect canvas for your vision. Beyond the interiors, you'll enjoy a maturely landscaped yard that offers a peaceful retreat, along with the convenience of a detached two-car garage. If you are looking for a property with solid bones, authentic character, and a location that can't be beat, this is a must-see. Bring your ideas and come see the potential for yourself!

Location

State PA

County Delaware

Area City Of Chester (10449)

Zoning RESID

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen

Basement Full, Partially Finished

Interior

Interior Features Kitchen - Eat-In, Carpet, Floor Plan - Traditional, Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Hot Water

Cooling Ductless/Mini-Split, Window Unit(s)

Flooring Wood, Fully Carpeted

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Brick

Equipment Dishwasher

Furnishings No

Fireplace Y

Appliance Dishwasher

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Basement

Exterior

Exterior Feature Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking Features Garage - Rear Entry

Garage Spaces 2.0

Fence Other

Water Access N

Roof Type Pitched

Accessibility None

Porch Patio(s), Porch(es)

Total Parking Spaces 2

Garage Y

Building

Lot Description Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Above Ground Finished SqFt 2642

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

High Schools Chester High School - Main Campus

School District Chester-Upland

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 49-01-00431-00

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 2642

Special Listing Condition Standard

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