1405 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19607
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,100
Sq Ft
2,178
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
- Porch
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to this beautiful recently remodeled home in Governor Mifflin Schools. This is the home you have been looking for, it is in a updated move in conditon. Cooking is a breeze in your all new kitchen with lots of classic wht cabinets with a soft close feature, lovely granite counter tops, glass tile back splash, large farm sink and stainless steel appliances. A glass French door is also a nice touch between the kitchen and dining room. Invite everyone over for a holiday dinner. Your dining area has great natural light by an alcove of windows making this a sunny area for your guests. Did I mention that there are wonderful hardwood floors throughout the home! There is a good sized living room featuring 9 foot ceilings. Bathroom is modern done in blk and wht tile with a pedestal sink. Relax on your covered front porch or greet the morning with your first cup of coffee on the second floor covered deck. There is also a back porch with a small storage room and a new cement patio. There is a nice fenced yard with a gate leading to two/three of street parking spaces. Full basement with a Bilco type door, walk up attic for great storage, newer tilt in windows, new interior doors, brand new roof, all appliances remain including washer and dryer with a double utility sink in the laundry area, newer decking on alll porches, attic insulation for energy efficiency. Conveniently located. Welcome Home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS141501A Listed on: 11/30/2018
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,523
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
Interior Spaces
- 1,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on lower level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Governor Mifflin High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Water Heater
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
7.79%
Original Mortgage
$127,546
Outstanding Balance
$112,960
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$84,766
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | Sold | $215,000 | +7.6% | $195 / Sq Ft |
| 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
-
Amanda Higginbotham
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amanda Higginbotham
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 621-7708
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Tamer Gomaa
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tamer Gomaa
RE/MAX
(717) 800-1515
95 Total Sales
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
-
Linda Strain
Seller's Agent in 2018
Linda Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 780-0033
91 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
JOAN FLORENCE
RE/MAX of Reading
-
Richard Sachetta
Seller's Agent in 2016
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
(610) 507-4198
3 in this area
61 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK179164
APN: 54-5306-17-21-0264
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