
1237 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- No HOA
- Porch
- Attic
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
As of September 2019Super brick single with a two car detached garage make this home a must see! Very well kept roomy four bedroom one and a half bath in Kenhorst. Main level features a full eat in kitchen with updated appliances, including a flat top gas stove & built in corner hutch. Very cozy living room super for those cold winter nights! Cozy living room features wood burning fireplace w/mantle. Custom Bali wood blinds and hardwood flooring! Two bedrooms on the 1st floor with an updated full bath, upgrades to include pedestal sink and ceramic tile shower and floor. Replacement windows with cordless blinds for extra energy efficiency and privacy! Finished upper level offers two bedrooms, a nook for many uses! Lots of closets, including two full walk-in closets plus a walk-in cedar closet with built in benches for storage. Finished lower level w/recessed lighting and a 9x11 room for many uses. Newer mechanicals-15 yr old furnace, 2 yr water heater & electric. Large rear yard! Off street parking! Warranty Included!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-214760-L Listed on: 09/22/2011

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,468
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,391 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Laundry on lower level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7613
- Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-18-21-7613
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Reading, PA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $176,400 | Homesale Settlement Services | |
Deed | $135,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $35,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $43,495 | Unknown |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/09/2019 09/09/19 | Sold | $176,400 | 0.0% | $164 / Sq Ft |
07/15/2019 07/15/19 | Off Market | $176,400 | -- | -- |
07/13/2019 07/13/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/09/2019 07/09/19 | For Sale | $168,900 | +25.1% | $157 / Sq Ft |
06/28/2012 06/28/12 | Sold | $135,000 | -3.5% | $97 / Sq Ft |
05/18/2012 05/18/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/30/2012 04/30/12 | Price Changed | $139,900 | -6.6% | $101 / Sq Ft |
03/08/2012 03/08/12 | Price Changed | $149,800 | -3.2% | $108 / Sq Ft |
01/15/2012 01/15/12 | Price Changed | $154,800 | -1.6% | $111 / Sq Ft |
11/15/2011 11/15/11 | Price Changed | $157,300 | -1.6% | $113 / Sq Ft |
09/22/2011 09/22/11 | For Sale | $159,800 | -- | $115 / Sq Ft |
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 | $1,069 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2024 | $3,191 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2023 | $3,105 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2022 | $3,069 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2021 | $3,033 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2020 | $3,033 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2019 | $2,997 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2018 | $2,946 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2017 | $2,889 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2016 | $917 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2015 | $917 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
2014 | $917 | $72,100 | $28,500 | $43,600 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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A
Seller's Agent in 2019
Allie Leupold
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Eric Weiser
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
(610) 507-7135
7 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2012
Lauren Clemens
RE/MAX of Reading
(484) 955-1550
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
Michael Klonis
Century 21 Gold
(610) 779-6585
2 in this area
143 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004524114

APN: 54-5306-18-21-7613
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