427 Fern Ave

Reading, PA 19611

$165,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
1,684 Sq. Ft.
$98 / Sq. Ft.
1,684
Sq. Ft.
$98
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/1/26
Closed 6/1/26

Description

Amazing opportunity with this rare gem. Property includes all contents inside. Property is close to all major roads, shopping, and worship, and has a beautiful front porch. On the second floor, there is a second porch. You have a fully fenced-in yard. Great landscaping. A shed for storing your yard tools and access to the alley.Amazing opportunity with this rare gem. Property includes all contents inside. Property is close to all major roads, shopping, and worship, and has a beautiful front porch. On the second floor, there is a second porch. You have a fully fenced-in yard. Great landscaping. A shed for storing your yard tools and access to the alley.
  1. Listed by Joelle Dennis • Keller Williams Realty Group
    P: (610)-858-2161 buynsellwithjoelle@gmail.com

Property Details for 427 Fern Avenue

Tax ID Number
18-5306-57-64-2504
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Furnished
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 06/01/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 427 Fern Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PABK2072174
Days on Market2
Taxes$2,853 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyBerks County
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Location

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Sold By RE/MAX Of Reading

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Building Information for 427 Fern Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1923Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

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Property Information for 427 Fern Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Assessed Value: $61,800
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $557
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $41,300
  • Land Assessed Value: $20,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Dscrp: residential
  • Tax Lot: 2504
  • School Tax: $1,108
  • Tax Page Number: 018190
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Green Info
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2014
  • Building Level Count: 3
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,684.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,684.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,784.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8049/2629/2446/804926292446_512_384_WM_F-XK0wy9IBC_LbGJ.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Finished Percent: .00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: level
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Open
  • Road Surface Type: Alley
  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Fencing: Vinyl, Privacy, Fully
  • Parcel ID: 1464986
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: Six Panel, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s)
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Low-E, Replacement, Screens, Vinyl Clad
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 120/240V
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: buynsellwithjoelle.com

Property History for 427 Fern Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1941006218

$165,000—
Jun 1, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2072174

$165,000—
May 19, 2026

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2072174

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1941006218

$165,000
06/01/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2072174

$165,000
05/19/2026

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2072174

—

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Public Records for 427 Fern Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$20,500Additions$41,300Total$61,800
Tax Record2026$1,745 ($145 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923CountyBERKSAPN18530657642504

Schools near 427 Fern Avenue

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Millmont El School
Public - PK to 4
Central Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Reading Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Opportunities School
Private - 1 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Millmont El School
PublicPK to 4

Central Middle School
Public5 to 8

Reading Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Opportunities School
Private1 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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