Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 37,704
Population Density 7,781 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 19,669
Male Population 18,035
Median Age 30.21 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 43%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College PENNSYLVANIA INST OF TECH
Distance to PENNSYLVANIA INST OF TECH 4 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College WIDENER UNIVERSITY
Distance to WIDENER UNIVERSITY 1 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 12,633
Family Households 7,801
Average Family Size 3.58
Average Household Income $39,339
Median Household Income $30,254
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 43%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.45
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.75
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.98
Murder Risk (County) 0.72
Rape Risk (County) 0.93
Robbery Risk 0.90
Assault Risk (County) 1.64
Property Risk (County) 0.67
Burglary Risk (County) 0.45
Larceny Risk (County) 0.71
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.71

Environment

Average July High Temperature 87.5° F
Average January Low Temperature 27.9° F
Annual Precipitation 40.66 inches
Air Pollution Index 97% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6%
Nearest Airport PHILADELPHIA INTL
Distance to PHILADELPHIA INTL 8 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team PHILADELPHIA 76ERS / PHILADELPHIA FLYERS
Distance to PHILADELPHIA 76ERS / PHILADELPHIA FLYERS 11 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
SHOWALTER MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 81100 W 10TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
PARRY EDISON JUNIOR ACADEMY5 - 8501 W 9TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
SMEDLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 81701 UPLAND ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
WETHERILL ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL7 - 12319 E 24TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12232 W 9TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
FREDERICK DOUGLAS CHRN SCHOOLK - 3700 CENTRAL AVE, CHESTER, PA 19013
WIDENER PARTNERSHIP CSK - 51450 EDGEMONT AVE, CHESTER, PA 19013
WILLIAM PENN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5320 W 10TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
COLUMBUS EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5320 W 10TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
STETSER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6808 E 17TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
CHESTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOLK - 6214 E 5TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
FAITH TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLK - 82600 W 9TH ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
TOBY FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6201 BRIDGEWATER RD, CHESTER, PA 19015
DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMYK - 81901 POTTER ST, CHESTER, PA 19013
VILLAGE CS OF CHESTER - UPLANDK - 12200 COMMERCE DR, CHESTER, PA 19014
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSFIRST KEYSTONE BANK23 E 5TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK501 AVENUE OF THE STATES CHESTER, PA 19013
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK2501 SEAPORT DR CHESTER, PA 19013
BANKSCITIZENS BANK5001 EDGMONT AVE CHESTER, PA 19015
CHURCHESANOINTED FULL GOSPEL MTHDST1614 W 9TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESARRON TABERNACLE UNITED CHURCH2500 BETHEL RD CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESASBURY AME CHURCH1712 PROVIDENCE AVE # 28 CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESBETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH1121 TILGHMAN ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESBREAD OF LIFE OUTREACH MNSTRS727 W 7TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH1616 W 2ND ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER CH OF GOD IN CHRIST2214 W 3RD ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER CHURCH OF GOD2524 W 2ND ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER EAST SIDE MINISTRIES420 E 9TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER FOR CHRIST BAPTIST1520 UPLAND ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER FRIENDS MEETING520 E 24TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER REFUGE IN CHRIST CHR2 W 9TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHESTER'S REFUGE IN CHRIST CHR3001 W 10TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY CHURCH118 E 15TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
CHURCHESCHRISTIAN MISSIONARY ALLIANCE15TH ST & UPLAND ST CHESTER, PA 19013
COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY - 4 YEAR +WIDENER UNIVERSITY1 UNIVERSITY PL CHESTER, PA 19013
HOSPITALSCOMMUNITY HOSPITAL2600 W 9TH ST CHESTER, PA 19013
MUSEUMSALFRED O DESHONG MUSEUM1020 AVENUE OF THE STATES CHESTER, PA 19013



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
19013327$64,900$72,888
19014245$229,900$238,889
19015270$135,000$149,344
1902244$124,200$176,710
Displaying 1-10 of 10 in $5-200k range
Lovely Landscaped stone farmhouse built in 1802, rehabbed in 2003, Wide plank wood floors and plentiful of closet space throughout the home, 4 bedrooms 2 full baths, the master bedroom has a stone fireplace, refinished wood floors, newer paint, and abundant of closet space, bonus room can be used as a 5th bedroom, office or den. Back staircase will lead you upstairs from a spacious dinning room with lots of natural light. The family room is cozy with a stone fireplace and new crown molding and paint. Windows are newer with the exception of 4 windows with deep sills. New heater/central air, new custom shutters, Cable ready throughout. Relax inside or go out to front porch, the side covered patio or brick patio in back yard and view the beautiful flowers in bloom this spring. Make your offer today and call it Home Sweet Home.
 2343 Providence Rd
 Chester , PA 19013
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$180,000
Beautifully maintained duplex near Chester Park. Second floor renovated with hardwood floors, new carpet in the bedrooms and remodeled kitchen. Each apartment has its own entrance and separate utilities. BOTH units are occupied. Long-term tenant in first-floor.
 58-60 Mowry St E
 Chester , PA 19013
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$135,000
"Solid Brick Single in the revitalized area of Chester is a great opportunity for someone to build some quick equity with minimal work. This home features 3 Large Bedrooms & 3 Full baths. A Huge Kitchen & Living Room with Fireplace. Newer Carpet & windows. The house sits on a large lot and has space for a pool, private driveway & garage...the posibilities are endless. This house needs some TLC, and is being sold in ""AS-Condition"" with buyer responsible for U&O costs. Don't Miss Out on the chance to own a single home in the up & coming Chester Area!"
 603 Tilghman St
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$99,000
Sparkling twin! Rehabbed in 2008 and ready for immediate occupancy! Brand new kitchen and appliances, first floor powder room and private rear parking. Spacious rooms with brand new wall to wall carpeting, fresh paint and neutral decor. New hall bath, roof, heater and lots of storage space. A must see for any buyer interested in the area! Seller offering one year home warranty to buyer at settlement. Easy to show!
 2913 9th St W
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$89,900
Well maintained 3 BR 1 bath row that is perfect for the investor or first time home buyer. Spacious traditional row home. Currently tenant occupied on a month-to-month lease. Since the property has been well maintained, the owner will do the U&O repairs to the property only.
 138 21st St E
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$79,000
Investors are welcome to buy this 3 bedroom twin priced to sell fast. Enter formal living room, formal dining room, new kitchen. Full basement with garage and laundry. 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms and a hall bath. Large fenced in yard with double gate and easy access to garage. Seller is selling as is and will do no repairs. The buyer will obtain certificate of occupancy. Come see today before it goes. Great investment for investor. Rental income is 800.00 a month. Do the math and make an offer!
 222 24th St E
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$60,900
 337 Rural Ave
 Chester , PA 19013
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$60,000
Accessible To All Major Routes And Across From Where The Soccer Stadium Is To Be Built. This Corner/End Town Home Has Considerable Interior Square Footage. The Main Floor Has Additional Front And Rear Rooms. Both Main And Upper Floors Have Brand New Carpeting and Are Freshly Painted. New Weil McClain High Efficiency Gas Heater And New Hot Water Heater Were Just Installed. Most Windows Have Been Replaced. The Home Has A Spanding Front Porch and Fenced Rear Yard With Concrete Patio. This Home Is Ready To Move Into. **** Qualified Buyers May Choose To Use The FHA Streamline 203(k)With Little As 3% Down And Financing For Repairs or Other Improvements (Ask Listing Agent For Details) ****
 1916 2nd St W
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$59,300
Own a home for what you are now paying in rent! Great home for a first time home buyer or an investor. Close to I-95, public transportation, Widener University and the new casino. Easy commute to Philadelphia or Wilmington. Property is currently rented on a MTM lease. Property has a new heater and most of the plumbing has been updated.
 959 Terrill St
 Chester , PA 19013
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$49,000
Location, Location, Location. Mobible home is located on Appleville. What a veiw! Doublewide with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths freatures an open floor plan and central air. In each room ceiling fans with plenty of closet space. Come see your new home. MISA Corporation aproval. Current posted rate $415. per month.
 1120 Marshallton Thorndale Rd
 Chester , PA 19380
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$48,900


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