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$329,900

512 Chain St

Norristown, PA
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
2,710
Square Feet
0.05
Lot Size (acres)
1900
Year Built
32
Days On Market

Welcome to 512 Chain Street, a three-story brick twin configured as a triplex in Norristown Borough, Montgomery County. This property offers an excellent opportunity for investors or buyers looking to occupy one unit while collecting rental income from the other two. The first-floor one-bedroom unit is accessed through the main hallway and features an eat-in kitchen with updated cabinetry, tile flooring, an electric oven, microwave, refrigerator, and ceiling fan light. A rear door leads to a porch and private fenced yard. A formal dining room and living room offer double-door closets, while a powder room and basement access with a washer, dryer, and laundry tub add convenience. This unit is currently vacant following the expiration of the tenant’s lease on August 31, 2026, and previously rented for $1,450 per month. The second-floor rear one-bedroom/studio unit rents for $1,050 per month and includes a spacious eat-in kitchen with an electric oven, refrigerator, and ceiling fan light, a large carpeted bedroom, and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Occupying the second-floor front and the entire third floor, the two-bedroom unit rents for $1,300 per month. This unit features a generously sized eat-in kitchen with a pantry closet, gas cooking, refrigerator, and ceiling fan light, along with a large carpeted living room with a closet. A full hallway bathroom includes tile walls in the shower area, and both third-floor bedrooms offer closet storage. Each unit has a separate electrical panel. Updates include newer windows throughout, select flooring, and newer main and lower rear roofs. Conveniently located near US Route 202, I-476, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and SEPTA transportation, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, parks, and schools. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
15 days ago
Listed By
R. Kit Anstey, 6108362348 · BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester, 6104311100
MLS#
PAMC2196704
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
512 Chain St, Norristown, PA 19401
City
Norristown
County
Montgomery
Neighborhood
NORRISTOWN
Zip Code
19401

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Stories
3
Year Built
1900
Style
Traditional, Colonial
Construction Materials
Frame, Vinyl Siding, Brick
Building Area
2,710 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Rubber, Flat
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Electric Oven
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Exterior Features
Lighting
Patio and Porch
Porch
Community Features
Sidewalks
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.05 Acres
Lot Features
Other
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City
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,235 sq. ft.
Total
2,235 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$329,900
Annual Taxes
$3,452

Schools

99/100
Eisenhower Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Norristown
Students
549
Student body
40% Black · 40% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
91%
Phone
(610) 277-8720
79/100
Candlebrook Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 1.9 mi
City
King of Prussia
Students
403
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
51% White · 22% Asian · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
35%
Phone
(610) 205-3702
75/100
Bridgeport Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 1.3 mi
City
Bridgeport
Students
292
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
44% White · 29% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Black
Free/reduced lunch
77%
Phone
(610) 205-3602
62/100
Upper Merion Area Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 2.2 mi
City
King of Prussia
Students
1,348
Student–teacher
12.7
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
43% White · 16% Asian · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
47%
Phone
(610) 205-8802
55/100
Caley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 2.2 mi
City
King of Prussia
Students
416
Student body
38% White · 29% Asian · 16% Black
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(610) 205-3652
54/100
Hancock Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–04 · 1.2 mi
City
Norristown
Students
379
Student body
39% Black · 38% Hispanic / Latino · 12% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 275-5522
53/100
Marshall Street Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 0.9 mi
City
Norristown
Students
676
Student body
43% Hispanic / Latino · 30% Black · 15% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 630-8550
53/100
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
Elementary · Grades KG–KG · 1.5 mi
City
Norristown
Students
247
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 37% Black · 10% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(484) 270-2140

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/06/2026Listed for sale$329,900

Listed by R. Kit Anstey · BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester · 6104311100

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 22, 2026 at 7:50 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAMC2196704

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