Attractive, well‑built brick duplex in a highly desirable neighborhood within the Governor Mifflin School District. This 3‑bedroom home features hardwood floors throughout (including under carpet), an updated kitchen, replacement windows, and excellent attic storage. Enjoy outdoor living with two newly roof‑covered porches. 100‑amp knob and tube electric, gas hookup available. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping, dining, and a bus stop just two blocks away. Well maintained with strong bones—just add your personal touches to make it shine. Selling as‑is. OFFERS IN HAND. ALL OFFERS DUE 4/21 BY 2:00 PM PLEASE
Sold for $203,000
$203,000
1340 Fern Ave, Reading, PA 19607
3beds
1,764sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$207,700 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$2,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,700
$197,000 - $218,000
$2,040/mo
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Listed by:
Jane Martin 717-682-1743,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Ron Grams, RS353903
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2070914
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 588
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Soaking Tub, Eat-in Kitchen, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Replacement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Drain,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rough Bath Plumb,Side Entrance,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,764
- Total interior livable area: 1,764 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,176
- Finished area below ground: 588
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,178 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 54530617213262
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Knob and Tube
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas 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
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Sold | $203,000+1.8%$115/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2070914 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Pending sale | $199,500$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2070914 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,500$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2070914 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,940 +4.9% | $63,300 |
| 2024 | $2,802 +2.8% | $63,300 |
| 2023 | $2,726 +1.2% | $63,300 |
| 2022 | $2,695 +1.2% | $63,300 |
| 2021 | $2,663 | $63,300 |
| 2020 | $2,663 +1.2% | $63,300 |
| 2019 | $2,631 +1.7% | $63,300 |
| 2018 | $2,586 +2% | $63,300 |
| 2017 | $2,537 +215.2% | $63,300 |
| 2016 | $805 | $63,300 |
| 2015 | $805 | $63,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $63,300 |
| 2000 | -- | $63,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Governor Mifflin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Governor Mifflin Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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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Estimated market value
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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19607
- 1340 Fern Ave