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Sold for $228,000 on 06/02/23
  • $228,000

    1226 Fern Ave, Reading, PA 19607

    4beds
    1,746sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $280,800 Zestimate®
    $131/sqft
    $2,289 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $280,800

    $267,000 - $295,000

    $2,289/mo

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    What's special

    Do not miss your opportunity to own this adorable 4 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom single that has been recently refreshed, offers one-floor living, and is move-in ready! Enter through the front door off of the covered front porch into the vast living room featuring Frieze carpeting, tile entryway, ceiling fan, and fresh neutral paint that flows beautifully throughout the entire home. The dining room offers laminate flooring, ceiling fan, and a large bay window. To your left, you’ll discover two main-floor bedrooms, both with ceiling fans and new 6 panel doors. The full bathroom with tub/shower and a spacious hallway closet complete this section of the home. Make your way to the generous, 27 cabinet, eat-in kitchen equipped with Corian countertops, laminate flooring, electric cooking, nickel fixtures, pantry, and double sink. A mudroom just off the kitchen provides access to the covered rear porch and fenced-in backyard with storage shed. Continue to the second floor which offers two additional massive bedrooms, one with built-in shelving and the other with two generous closets. Another hallway closet provides additional storage space for your seasonal items! The partially finished basement offers a spacious family room and a convenient half bath! The unfinished section provides a tool bench with storage cabinetry and houses the washer and dryer. Gas heat and hot water make this home very efficient. Call today for more information or to schedule your private showing as this home simply will not last!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 02, 2023 at 09:34am

    Listed by:

    Daryl Tillman 484-336-7758,

    Daryl Tillman Realty Group

    Bought with:

    Jon Brouse, RS329496

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2029286MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Basement
    • Area: 420
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Lower Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Bathroom - Tub Shower
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,746
    • Total interior livable area: 1,746 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,326
    • Finished area below ground: 420

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Full
    Lot
    • Size: 4,356 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 54530618218570
    • Zoning: RES
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle,Pitched
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Reading
    • Subdivision: None Available
    • Municipality: KENHORST BORO

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/2/2023Sold$228,000+8.6%$131/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2029286
    5/1/2023Pending sale$209,900$120/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2029286
    4/27/2023Listed for sale$209,900+44.9%$120/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2029286
    10/16/2015Listing removed$144,900$83/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX OF READING #6621228
    8/4/2015Listed for sale$144,900+2%$83/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Of Reading #6621228

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,679 +4.9%$79,200
    2024$3,505 +2.8%$79,200
    2023$3,411 +1.2%$79,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19607

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Governor Mifflin

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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