NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1347 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $203,669 - $214,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,176 Sq Ft
$177/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 15, 2012

Last sale price $87,000 $74 Per Sq Ft

Est. 140% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,248/month

50 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Porch
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Brookline Park

About This Home

As of June 2012

Neat as a pin and ready for new owner. Large family room, spacious eat in kitchen with all appliances remaining. 3 bedrooms plus walkup attic for storage. Small covered porch leading to fenced rear yard with alley access. This home has been well maintained and has newer carpet on main level. A must see in this price range.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edward Freeman

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks Listed on: 03/08/2012

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Co-Listed By

Teri Lutz Freeman

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Last Buyer's Agent

Brad Weisman

Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #AB069629

Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,126

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

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

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,176 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Security System
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2315
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-17-21-2315

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,126

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, A/C Units, Furniture Nego.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Neat as a pin and ready for new owner. Large family room, spacious eat in kitchen with all appliances remaining. 3 bedrooms plus walkup attic for storage. Small covered porch leading to fenced rear yard with alley access. This home has been well maintained and has newer carpet on main level. A must see in this price range.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 5
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1176
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1176
  • Net Sq Ft: 1176.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 76.45
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1176
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1347

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • 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

  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: .
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2126.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5306-17-21-2315
  • Tax Lot: 2315
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 06/15/2012

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2012
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Levanti Mary L
Bought by
Mclendon Michael L
Seller's Agent
Edward Freeman
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Brad Weisman
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$87,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-12.91%
Total Days on Market
50
Current Estimated Value
$208,667

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$121,667
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Original Mortgage
$84,390
Outstanding Balance
$59,585
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$149,153
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mclendon Michael L $87,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mclendon Michael L $84,390
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2012 06/15/12 Sold $87,000 0.0% $74 / Sq Ft
04/28/2012 04/28/12 Off Market $87,000 -- --
04/27/2012 04/27/12 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2012 04/02/12 Price Changed $89,900 -10.0% $76 / Sq Ft
03/08/2012 03/08/12 For Sale $99,900 -- $85 / 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 $921 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2024 $2,748 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2023 $2,675 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2022 $2,644 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2021 $2,613 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2020 $2,613 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2019 $2,582 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2018 $2,537 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2017 $2,488 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2016 $789 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2015 $789 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
2014 $789 $62,100 $18,400 $43,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Edward Freeman

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Edward Freeman

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 334-9678

    3 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Edward Freeman
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  • Teri Lutz Freeman

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Teri Lutz Freeman

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 750-1444

    5 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Teri Lutz Freeman
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  • Brad Weisman

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Brad Weisman

    Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

    (484) 256-5836

    3 in this area

    177 Total Sales

    Brad Weisman
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003874084

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5306-17-21-2315

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607

1347 Fern Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1347 Fern Ave, Reading, PA 19607 since 08 March 2012 and is currently estimated at $208,667, approximately $177 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 1347 Fern Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, Mifflin Park Elementary School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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