$109,900
SOLD MAR 21, 2014

1343 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,176 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$93 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

175 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 4-minute walk to Brookline Park

About This Home

As of September 2019

Really Great Home at an excellent price in Kenhorst. Governor Mifflin School District. Newer carpet "2008", tile kitchen, ceiling fans in all rooms except living room. New roof installed 3/3/04 (Royal Sovereign), microwave & stove (2 years old). Seitz Brothers waterproofed basement area 5/21/13. Additional living space in LL, laundry room & almost full BA in LL. Mrs. & Mr. Clean lives here. You have "Never" seen a nicer basement! Insulated deluxe windows May 2009, water heater is 2-3 yrs. old. Energy saver toilets (2-3 yrs. old). Additional insulation added to approx. R30. Pellet stove in LR heats home, so you can save on heating costs. Immediate Possession!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Venus Fioravanti/no longer

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS220040L Listed on: 08/07/2013

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Bossler

C-21 Park Road Realtors License #TREND:60040495

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,587

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,176 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drainage System

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Porch

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2356
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-17-21-2356

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,587

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

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: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Really Great Home at an excellent price in Kenhorst. Governor Mifflin School District. Newer carpet "2008", tile kitchen, ceiling fans in all rooms except living room. New roof installed 3/3/04 (Royal Sovereign), microwave & stove (2 years old). Seitz Brothers waterproofed basement area 5/21/13. Additional living space in LL, laundry room & almost full BA in LL. Mrs. & Mr. Clean lives here. You have "Never" seen a nicer basement! Insulated deluxe windows May 2009, water heater is 2-3 yrs. old. Energy saver toilets (2-3 yrs. old). Additional insulation added to approx. R30. Pellet stove in LR heats home, so you can save on heating costs. Immediate Possession!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 5
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Drainage System, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1176
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1176
  • Net Sq Ft: 1176.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 93.45
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1176
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1343

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 49200.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 18400.00
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREGULAR
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES.

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1526660
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2587.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5306-17-21-2356
  • Tax Lot: 2356
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 03/21/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2019
Closed on
Sep 27, 2019
Sold by
Zeiber Brian G and Zeiber Tina
Bought by
Lamanna Sheryl L
Seller's Agent
Conrad Vanino
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Randy Skokowski
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$128,900
Sold Price
$128,900
Current Estimated Value
$220,571

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$91,671
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.59%
Original Mortgage
$126,564
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2013
Closed on
Mar 21, 2014
Sold by
Gordon William T and Gordon Nancy A
Bought by
Zeiber Brian G and Moser Tina
Seller's Agent
Venus Fioravanti/no longer
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Bossler
C-21 Park Road Realtors
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$109,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-4.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%
Original Mortgage
$107,908
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2006
Sold by
Stubblebine Judy Lee and Montgomery Susan May
Bought by
Gordon William T and Gordon Nancy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $128,900 Signature Abstract
Deed $109,900 None Available
Deed $98,000 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $124,135 FHA
Closed $126,564 FHA
Previous Owner $105,408 FHA
Previous Owner $107,908 FHA
Previous Owner $100,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $61,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $64,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $63,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/27/2019 09/27/19 Sold $128,900 0.0% $110 / Sq Ft
07/24/2019 07/24/19 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2019 07/24/19 Off Market $128,900 -- --
06/27/2019 06/27/19 For Sale $128,900 0.0% $110 / Sq Ft
06/21/2019 06/21/19 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2019 06/17/19 For Sale $128,900 +17.3% $110 / Sq Ft
03/21/2014 03/21/14 Sold $109,900 0.0% $93 / Sq Ft
01/29/2014 01/29/14 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2013 12/06/13 Price Changed $109,900 -4.4% $93 / Sq Ft
08/07/2013 08/07/13 For Sale $114,900 -- $98 / 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 $1,002 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2024 $2,992 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2023 $2,912 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2022 $2,878 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2021 $2,844 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2020 $2,844 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2019 $2,810 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2018 $2,762 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2017 $2,709 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2016 $859 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2015 $859 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
2014 $859 $67,600 $18,400 $49,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003547226

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5306-17-21-2356