NOT LISTED FOR SALE

615 Fern Ave Reading, PA 19611

Estimated Value: $177,273 - $197,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,280 Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 07, 2019

Last sale price $109,000 $85 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,180/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of November 2019

This well maintained, handicapped accessible home is move in ready. From the front porch, enter into a large living room area with ceiling fan that could be split into separate living space for a dining room, play area or for office space. The 28 handle oak kitchen, features plenty of storage and counter space, a brand new stainless steel Samsung 5 burner, self cleaning gas range, a new stainless steel side by side refrigerator, double bowl sink, ceiling fan, and large space for table. For convenience, it also has access to side porch that can house the family grill and provides access to rear yard. Just off of the kitchen is a large handicap accessible full bathroom with a pocket door, and full shower with bar. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, one with two closets and another full bath with tub/shower. There is also a walk-up unfinished attic space that could be used for additional storage space or finished into a 4th bedroom, office or play room. Additional features include outside storage under rear of house, updated electric, newer replacement windows and new roof and siding in 2015. It is possible to convert from oil heat to gas heat if new owner chooses to do so. Conveniently located to restaurants and shopping, this home will not last long! Call today for your private showing!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kerry Georgeadis

RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 09/06/2019

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Cecilia Leone

Century 21 Emerald

Century 21 Emerald

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,350

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

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
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,280 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Paneling
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Side Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drain
  • Shelving
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars
  • Mobility Improvements
  • Modifications for wheelchair accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Storm Doors

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6725
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-5306-57-53-6725

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,350

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars Mod, Mobility Improvements, Wheelchair Mod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Remarks Public: This well maintained, handicapped accessible home is move in ready. From the front porch, enter into a large living room area with ceiling fan that could be split into separate living space for a dining room, play area or for office space. The 28 handle oak kitchen, features plenty of storage and counter space, a brand new stainless steel Samsung 5 burner, self cleaning gas range, a new stainless steel side by side refrigerator, double bowl sink, ceiling fan, and large space for table. For convenience, it also has access to side porch that can house the family grill and provides access to rear yard. Just off of the kitchen is a large handicap accessible full bathroom with a pocket door, and full shower with bar. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, one with two closets and another full bath with tub/shower. There is also a walk-up unfinished attic space that could be used for additional storage space or finished into a 4th bedroom, office or play room. Additional features include outside storage under rear of house, updated electric, newer replacement windows and new roof and siding in 2015. It is possible to convert from oil heat to gas heat if new owner chooses to do so. Conveniently located to restaurants and shopping, this home will not last long! Call today for your private showing!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Paneled Walls
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Stone
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Attic, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Drain, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Shelving, Side Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1280
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1280
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 81.95
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1280
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 615

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Flat, Pitched, Rubber, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 35900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 18400.00
  • Land Use Code: 149
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1464857
  • School Tax: 974.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2350.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-5306-57-53-6725
  • Tax Lot: 6725
  • Tax Page Number: 239
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1280
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 11/07/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2019
Closed on
Nov 7, 2019
Sold by
Keller Deborah and Estate Of Barbara Ann Dotterer
Bought by
Shade Richard
Seller's Agent
Kerry Georgeadis
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Cecilia Leone
Century 21 Emerald
List Price
$104,900
Sold Price
$109,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,100
3.91%
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$188,318

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,318
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.27%
Original Mortgage
$107,025
Outstanding Balance
$95,827
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$92,235
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shade Richard $109,000 Signature Abstract
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shade Richard $107,025
Closed Shade Richard $4,360
Previous Owner Dotterer Larry R $89,999
Previous Owner Dotterer Larry R $82,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/07/2019 11/07/19 Sold $109,000 +3.9% $85 / Sq Ft
09/10/2019 09/10/19 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2019 09/06/19 For Sale $104,900 -- $82 / 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 $1,474 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2024 $2,411 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2023 $2,374 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2022 $2,374 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2021 $2,374 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2020 $2,350 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2019 $2,350 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2018 $2,350 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2017 $2,334 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2016 $1,334 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2015 $1,334 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
2014 $1,227 $54,300 $18,400 $35,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK347522

Bright MLS

APN: 18-5306-57-53-6725