1405 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,100
Sq Ft
2,178
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
- Porch
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Bay Window
About This Home
As of January 2020NEW PRICE! Classic charming semi-detached brick home in Governor Mifflin School District. Newly completed rehab with beautiful hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, new kitchen with clean and classic white cabinetry, granite counters, tile backsplash and upgraded stainless appliances. Big living room/dining room combo with 9' ceilings and tons of natural light. New full bath. Convenient 2nd floor nursery or office with balcony access. Front, rear, and second floor covered porches all have new decking. Newer double-pane windows and new attic insulation for energy efficiency. Newer furnace boiler and furnace just serviced for peace of mind and a pellet stove in the living room for alternate heat source. New off-street parking for two cars in the back. Convenient location with great neighbors! You'll feel right at home at 1405 Fern Avenue! Back on the market due to default. Boro U&O complete and approved * Home inspection done and a few issues replaced or repaired. BUY with CONFIDENCE!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 06/04/2016
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,444
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Bay Window
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0264
- Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-17-21-0264
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 8, 2019
Closed on
Jan 20, 2020
Sold by
Mahsin Ali A
Bought by
Klusewitz Nicole M
Seller's Agent
Tamer Gomaa
RE/MAX Pinnacle
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$134,900
Sold Price
$129,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.71%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.27%
Original Mortgage
$127,546
Outstanding Balance
$112,960
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$99,319
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2018
Closed on
Dec 21, 2018
Sold by
Leffler Douglass R
Bought by
Mahsin Ali A
Seller's Agent
Linda Strain
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Tamer Gomaa
RE/MAX Pinnacle
List Price
$126,900
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-5.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.62%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2016
Closed on
Nov 17, 2016
Sold by
Stasko Brothers Llc
Bought by
Leffler Douglass R
Seller's Agent
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Linda Strain
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$119,000
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-3.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.07%
Original Mortgage
$112,917
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 27, 2015
Closed on
Feb 4, 2016
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Stasko Brothers Llc
Seller's Agent
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
Buyer's Agent
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$58,700
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,300
2.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
125.52%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 27, 2015
Closed on
Jan 12, 2016
Sold by
Rich David F
Bought by
Fannie Mae
Seller's Agent
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
Buyer's Agent
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$58,700
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,300
2.21%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $129,900 | Regal Abstract | |
| Deed | $120,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $115,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $61,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $2,100 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $127,546 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $112,917 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $81,475 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $13,587 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $88,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $31,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $21,300 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $55,920 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | For Sale | $199,900 | +53.9% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2020 01/20/20 | Sold | $129,900 | 0.0% | $118 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2019 10/06/19 | Price Changed | $129,900 | -3.7% | $118 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2019 09/08/19 | For Sale | $134,900 | +12.4% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | Sold | $120,000 | -5.4% | $109 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2018 12/12/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2018 11/30/18 | For Sale | $126,900 | +10.3% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 11/23/2016 11/23/16 | Sold | $115,000 | +0.9% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2016 10/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2016 09/26/16 | Price Changed | $114,000 | -0.4% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2016 09/12/16 | Price Changed | $114,500 | -0.4% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2016 08/01/16 | Price Changed | $115,000 | -1.7% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2016 08/01/16 | Price Changed | $117,000 | -1.7% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2016 07/15/16 | For Sale | $119,000 | 0.0% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2016 06/14/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2016 06/04/16 | For Sale | $119,000 | +98.3% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 02/05/2016 02/05/16 | Sold | $60,000 | +2.2% | $55 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2016 01/22/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/27/2015 12/27/15 | For Sale | $58,700 | -- | $53 / 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 | $904 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2024 | $2,700 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2023 | $2,627 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2022 | $2,597 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2021 | $2,566 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2020 | $2,566 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2019 | $2,536 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2018 | $2,492 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2017 | $2,444 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2016 | $775 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2015 | $775 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
| 2014 | $775 | $61,000 | $17,300 | $43,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amanda Higginbotham
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 621-7708
36 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tamer Gomaa
RE/MAX
(717) 800-1515
98 Total Sales
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Linda Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 780-0033
93 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX of Reading
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
(610) 507-4198
3 in this area
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003895171
APN: 54-5306-17-21-0264
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