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!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Daryl Tillman• Daryl Tillman Realty Group
Beautiful brick single located in the Governor Mifflin School District. Large front porch boasting generous size picture windows with leaded glass. Enter into the living room which offers newer frieze carpeting and neutral paint colors. Dining room has large bay window and newer laminate flooring which flows nicely into the kitchen. This spectacular eat in kitchen boasts 33 cabinets, corian countertops, large island, double sink, huge pantry and corner seating area. Seller has elected to leave behind the black appliance package including the refrigerator and corner kitchen table which includes bench, all for the new buyers. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete this level. Upstairs there are two additional oversized bedrooms with tons of storage and closet space. The finished lower level offers a large family room/den adding almost 400 sq. /ft. of living space, built in shelving and recessed lighting finish this area. A great place to have his man cave or game room complete with bath. Laundry area and workshop with additional storage completed the lower level. Large fenced yard with covered porch is a great place to entertain outside. There is also a shed to store all your outside toys and lawn items. There is even enough space to make some off street parking without sacrificing your yard. This home has so much to offer and must be seen to appreciate. Call today to schedule your private showing!
TREND #5678986
Jun 17, 2010
Sold
$142,000
$81/sq ft
Mar 22, 2010
Listed
$139,900
$80/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004786776
Apr 2, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 2010
Listed
$139,900
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,554
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2025
$3,554 (+1.4%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2024
$3,505 (+2.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2023
$3,411 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2022
$3,372 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2021
$3,332
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2020
$3,332 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2019
$3,292 (+1.7%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2018
$3,236 (+2.0%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2017
$3,173 (+2.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2015
$3,086 (+4.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2014
$2,952 (+2.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2013
$2,889 (+6.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2012
$2,711 (+1.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2011
$2,672 (+1.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2010
$2,624
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
Tax history for 1226 Fern Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,554
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2025
$3,554 (+1.4%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2024
$3,505 (+2.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2023
$3,411 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2022
$3,372 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2021
$3,332
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2020
$3,332 (+1.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2019
$3,292 (+1.7%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2018
$3,236 (+2.0%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2017
$3,173 (+2.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2015
$3,086 (+4.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2014
$2,952 (+2.2%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2013
$2,889 (+6.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2012
$2,711 (+1.5%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2011
$2,672 (+1.8%)
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
2010
$2,624
$23,000 + $56,200
$79,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,326
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
54530618218570
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-3
Medium-High-Density Residential District
The purpose of the R-3 Zoning District is to encourage medium- to medium-high-density residential development, retain the suburban characteristics of the Borough, and serve as a transition between areas of variable densities. All uses permitted within the R-3 Zoning District shall be serviced by public sanitary sewage disposal facilities and public water supply facilities.
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Mud Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 420
Improvement Assessed Value: $56,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Fencing: Fully
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $23,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,326
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 420
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $460
County Tax: $606
School Tax: $2,344
Tax Assessed Value: $79,200
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,411
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
100 Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Phone Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: S Kenhorst Blvd
Directions: From Reading take 422 to Lancaster Avenue Exit, Turn left onto S Kenhorst Blvd. , Turn left onto Fern Avenue, property will be on the right.
Municipality: KENHORST BORO
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,326
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 54530618218570
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Reading, PA • 19607
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$258,000 – $312,000
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