NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1023 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $186,000 - $226,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,144 Sq Ft
$179/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 07, 2014

Last sale price $75,900 $66 Per Sq Ft

Est. 170% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,186/month

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Attic
  • Stained Glass
  • Butlers Pantry

About This Home

As of February 2014

Charming brick twin home needs a new owner(s)! Move-In Condition! Everything you need but could use some updating and priced accordingly. This is a cozy, comfortable home in a friendly, working class community in the Governor Mifflin School District complete with sidewalks and street lights convenient to shopping, etc. Be welcomed home by the shelter of your front porch regardless of the weather. The house uses space well; the first floor has a very functional and inviting floor plan and there are three private bedrooms on the second floor. Multiple ceiling fans circulate the air on those hot summer days. Features include wood floors, a rear mudroom, replacement windows, new roof in 2003, mechanical systems in great shape and a spacious dry basement. The fenced-in yard will keep loved ones safe and secure. This home even includes a Home Warranty for your peace of mind!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Girolamo

Springer Realty Group Listed on: 11/20/2013

Springer Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca Johnson

RE/MAX Of Reading

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 150x20
  • South Facing Home
  • Open Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin Middle School
  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7117
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-18-32-7117

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Remarks Public: Charming brick twin home needs a new owner(s)! Move-In Condition! Everything you need but could use some updating and priced accordingly. This is a cozy, comfortable home in a friendly, working class community in the Governor Mifflin School District complete with sidewalks and street lights convenient to shopping, etc. Be welcomed home by the shelter of your front porch regardless of the weather. The house uses space well; the first floor has a very functional and inviting floor plan and there are three private bedrooms on the second floor. Multiple ceiling fans circulate the air on those hot summer days. Features include wood floors, a rear mudroom, replacement windows, new roof in 2003, mechanical systems in great shape and a spacious dry basement. The fenced-in yard will keep loved ones safe and secure. This home even includes a Home Warranty for your peace of mind!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1144
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1144
  • Net Sq Ft: 1144.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 66.35
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1144
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1023

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Aluminum Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Fuses
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • Middle School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • Middle Or Junior School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 37700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 18400.00
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Level, Open
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 150X20
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R-2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1527010
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2091.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5306-18-32-7117
  • Tax Lot: 7117
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 02/07/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 20, 2013
Closed on
Feb 7, 2014
Sold by
Soltysik Thomas and Soltysik Joseph M
Bought by
Miller Tara
Seller's Agent
Eric Girolamo
Springer Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Johnson
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$75,900
Sold Price
$75,900
Current Estimated Value
$204,984

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$129,084
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.67%
Original Mortgage
$74,524
Outstanding Balance
$57,480
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$140,768
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Miller Tara $75,900 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Miller Tara $25,000
Closed Miller Tara $4,818
Open Miller Tara $74,524
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/07/2014 02/07/14 Sold $75,900 0.0% $66 / Sq Ft
12/21/2013 12/21/13 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2013 11/20/13 For Sale $75,900 -- $66 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $832 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2024 $2,483 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2023 $2,416 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2022 $2,388 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2021 $2,360 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2020 $2,360 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2019 $2,332 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2018 $2,292 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2017 $2,248 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2016 $713 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2015 $713 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
2014 $713 $56,100 $18,400 $37,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eric Girolamo

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Eric Girolamo

    Springer Realty Group

    (484) 575-8304

    7 Total Sales

    Eric Girolamo
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  • Rebecca Johnson

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Rebecca Johnson

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 507-6281

    83 Total Sales

    Rebecca Johnson
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003654492

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5306-18-32-7117

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607

1023 Fern Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1023 Fern Ave, Reading, PA 19607 since 20 November 2013 and is currently estimated at $204,984, approximately $179 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1023 Fern Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, Mifflin Park Elementary School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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