$119,900
SOLD JUN 29, 2018

1036 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,312 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$91 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of April 2023

This 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Semi in Kenhorst has been updated with new flooring and warm inviting neutral colors. Enjoy your breakfast in this beautiful Eat-in Kitchen with enclosed back porch and added a half bath. The living room and dining room have been freshly updated, so enjoy watching TV in comfort. The dining room is a great space for hosting dinners and parties. This home has an added wood stove which greatly reduces the winter heating bills. It is move-in-ready, and shopping/ dining are just a few minutes away!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary McDonald

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 03/27/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Brickner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS316723

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,639

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,312 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6993
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-18-31-6993

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,639

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrig, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Remarks Public: This 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Semi in Kenhorst has been updated with new flooring and warm inviting neutral colors. Enjoy your breakfast in this beautiful Eat-in Kitchen with enclosed back porch and added a half bath. The living room and dining room have been freshly updated, so enjoy watching TV in comfort. The dining room is a great space for hosting dinners and parties. This home has an added wood stove which greatly reduces the winter heating bills. It is move-in-ready, and shopping/ dining are just a few minutes away!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Stove - Wood, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1312
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1312
  • Net Sq Ft: 1312.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 91.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1312
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1036

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Flat
  • 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
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Wood
  • Heating Type: Electric, Wood Burn Stove, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 47300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 17300.00
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1526968
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2639.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5306-18-31-6993
  • Tax Lot: 6993
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 06/29/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2023
Closed on
Apr 17, 2023
Sold by
Gonzalez Nicholas
Bought by
Muniz Raiza Dennisse Ram
Seller's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Marielys Arroyo Alindato
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$195,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
8.33%
Views
121
Current Estimated Value
$214,174

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,174
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.34%
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Outstanding Balance
$144,343
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$69,831

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2018
Closed on
Jun 29, 2018
Sold by
Urbina Oscar and Urbina Andrea M
Bought by
Gonzalez Nicholas and Gonzalez Jaydee J
Seller's Agent
Mary McDonald
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$127,900
Sold Price
$119,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-6.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.66%
Original Mortgage
$117,727
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2012
Sold by
Miller Andrea M and Urbina Andrea M
Bought by
Urbina Oscar and Urbina Andrea M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2005
Sold by
Piscitello Frank J and Piscitello Barbara R
Bought by
Miller Andrea M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,207
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $195,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $119,900 Signature Abstract
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $96,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $148,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $117,727 FHA
Previous Owner $81,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $21,106 Unknown
Previous Owner $95,207 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2023 04/17/23 Sold $195,000 +8.3% $149 / Sq Ft
03/03/2023 03/03/23 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2023 02/27/23 For Sale $180,000 +50.1% $137 / Sq Ft
06/29/2018 06/29/18 Sold $119,900 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
05/20/2018 05/20/18 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2018 05/07/18 Price Changed $119,900 -2.4% $91 / Sq Ft
04/21/2018 04/21/18 Price Changed $122,900 -3.9% $94 / Sq Ft
03/27/2018 03/27/18 For Sale $127,900 -- $97 / 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 $958 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2024 $2,859 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2023 $2,782 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2022 $870 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2021 $2,718 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2020 $2,718 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2019 $2,685 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2018 $2,639 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2017 $2,589 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2016 $821 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2015 $821 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
2014 $821 $64,600 $17,300 $47,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000310720

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5306-18-31-6993