1308 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607
Estimated Value: $177,000 - $214,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
$273/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Non-Monitored Security
- No HOA
- Living Room
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of August 2020Well-kept and maintained cape home located near Governor Mifflin Schools. This is perfect for your first home, if you are downsizing and an empty nester. Live on one floor. Enjoy dining in the Hefflinger designed kitchen. Exit the rear door to the covered porch to the well-groomed back yard with an outdoor deck. The home has all thermal pane updated window except for two. Updated electric through the whole house. No knob and tube. The attic needs sprucing up and an electric heater to make it a third bedroom. The HVAC system is a high efficacy. The utility bills are very low in this home. Make this home yours before it s gone.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB289951 Listed on: 06/19/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,280
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 700 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Living Room
- Non-Monitored Security
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5341
- Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-18-21-5341
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2020
Closed on
Aug 17, 2020
Sold by
Snyder Kenneth R
Bought by
Whitehead Timothy and Whitehead Diana
Seller's Agent
Thomas Degler
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Strain
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$119,000
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
10.92%
Total Days on Market
2
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
$59,240
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.32%
Original Mortgage
$128,040
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2017
Sold by
Snyder Kenneth R and Mellinger Last Will Linda M
Bought by
Snyder Kenneth R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 1986
Bought by
Mellinger Linda M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehead Timothy | $132,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Snyder Kenneth R | -- | -- | |
| Mellinger Linda M | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Whitehead Timothy | $128,040 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitehead Timothy | $5,280 | |
| Previous Owner | Mellinger Linda M | $84,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2020 08/17/20 | Sold | $132,000 | 0.0% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2020 06/23/20 | Off Market | $132,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/22/2020 06/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2020 06/19/20 | For Sale | $119,000 | -- | $170 / 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 | $804 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2024 | $2,399 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2023 | $2,334 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2022 | $2,307 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2021 | $2,280 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2020 | $2,280 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2019 | $2,253 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2018 | $2,214 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2017 | $2,172 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2016 | $689 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2015 | $689 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
| 2014 | $689 | $54,200 | $23,000 | $31,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Thomas Degler
Seller's Agent in 2020
Thomas Degler
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 207-9631
1 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
Christopher Strain
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Christopher Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 698-1390
1 in this area
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK359372
APN: 54-5306-18-21-5341
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