1130 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,339
Sq Ft
6,970
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Living Room
About This Home
As of January 2020Come check out this charming cape cod in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoy your morning and/or evening beverage of choice on the relaxing wrap around front porch. Enter through the handy mudroom and get a feel for this home's charm from the start with the wood floor and stone feature wall in the dining room. The kitchen has also been updated to give it a modern feel. The first floor offers a main floor master bedroom with attached bathroom. This could also be used as a playroom or extra living space if a 3rd bedroom is not needed. Upstairs features 2 spacious bedrooms with a full bath containing the laundry area. Some other updates that make this home a GREAT value, include a newer roof, siding and gutters and a newer GAS furnace. Also has possible off street parking next to the shed. This home is a must see. Schedule a showing today before it's gone!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,664
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,339 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Partial Basement
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Laundry on upper level
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2792
- Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-18-31-2792
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 8, 2019
Closed on
Jan 10, 2020
Sold by
Kachel Shawn M and Schultz Molly E
Bought by
Flammer Adam W
Seller's Agent
Mark Crystal
Sands & Company Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Renee Zohner
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$149,500
Premium/Discount to List
$4,600
3.17%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$100,440
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.70%
Original Mortgage
$152,938
Outstanding Balance
$136,564
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$113,376
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2018
Closed on
Jun 28, 2018
Sold by
Gracely Michael S and Gracely Lianne J
Bought by
Kachel Shawn M and Schultz Molly E
Seller's Agent
Merlin Weaver
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Mark Crystal
Sands & Company Real Estate
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$133,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
2.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.89%
Original Mortgage
$130,591
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 15, 2011
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Wright William D and Wright William D
Bought by
Gracely Michael J and Gracely Lianne J
Seller's Agent
Antoinette Gabriel
RE/MAX Main Line-Kimberton
Buyer's Agent
Matt Bugay
Pagoda Realty
List Price
$124,500
Sold Price
$118,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-5.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.00%
Original Mortgage
$115,862
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 12, 2011
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Wright William D and Wright William D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2011
Sold by
Simon Florence J
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $149,500 | Title Services | |
| Deed | $133,000 | Regal Abstract Lp | |
| Deed | $118,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $42,500 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $1,800 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $152,938 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $130,591 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $115,862 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $71,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2020 01/10/20 | Sold | $149,500 | 0.0% | $112 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2019 12/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/01/2019 12/01/19 | Off Market | $149,500 | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2019 11/08/19 | For Sale | $144,900 | +8.9% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 06/28/2018 06/28/18 | Sold | $133,000 | 0.0% | $99 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2018 05/10/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/10/2018 05/10/18 | Off Market | $133,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2018 04/26/18 | For Sale | $130,000 | +10.2% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $118,000 | +2.6% | $88 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2012 06/02/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2012 05/03/12 | Price Changed | $115,000 | -7.9% | $86 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2012 04/07/12 | Price Changed | $124,900 | -3.1% | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2012 03/26/12 | Price Changed | $128,900 | -0.1% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2011 12/31/11 | Price Changed | $129,000 | +7.6% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2011 10/12/11 | Price Changed | $119,900 | -3.7% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2011 09/15/11 | For Sale | $124,500 | -- | $93 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $967 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2024 | $2,886 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2023 | $2,808 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2022 | $2,776 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2021 | $2,743 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2020 | $2,743 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2019 | $2,710 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2018 | $2,664 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2017 | $2,613 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2016 | $829 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2015 | $829 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
| 2014 | $829 | $65,200 | $31,300 | $33,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Mark Crystal
Sands & Company Real Estate
(610) 413-7376
3 in this area
228 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Sean Devine
Sands & Company Real Estate
(610) 451-0774
1 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Renee Zohner
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 269-2937
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Merlin Weaver
Compass RE
(484) 650-5307
1 in this area
126 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2012
Antoinette Gabriel
RE/MAX
(610) 999-2303
51 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Matt Bugay
Pagoda Realty
(610) 223-2021
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000446490
APN: 54-5306-18-31-2792
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