Welcome to1234 Fern! This inviting 3 bedroom, 1 bath, cape cod in the Governor Mifflin School District is just waiting for it’s new owner to call it home. The main floor features an inviting living room, 2 bedrooms, an updated kitchen, and full bathroom. Upstairs, you will find the spacious 3rd bedroom. The property also features a full basement and a 2 car detached garage with loft space for storage! This one won’t last long, schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$136Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Julia Curry• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
•610-372-3200 (broker)
•leadcenter@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Ivonn Reyes• Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
Fantastic starter home located in Governor Mifflin School district. Solid brick ranch features a detached garage and central air. Home is in move in condition located near shopping, schools and public transportation.
Public Records
Sep 6, 2007
Sold
$149,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,402
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2025
$3,402 (+1.4%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2024
$3,355 (+2.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2023
$3,265 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2022
$3,227 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2021
$3,189
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2020
$3,189 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2019
$3,151 (+1.7%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2018
$3,097 (+2.0%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2017
$3,037 (+2.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2015
$2,954 (+4.6%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2014
$2,825 (+2.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2013
$2,765 (+6.5%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2012
$2,595 (+1.5%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2011
$2,557 (+1.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2010
$2,512
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
Tax history for 1234 Fern Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,402
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2025
$3,402 (+1.4%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2024
$3,355 (+2.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2023
$3,265 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2022
$3,227 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2021
$3,189
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2020
$3,189 (+1.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2019
$3,151 (+1.7%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2018
$3,097 (+2.0%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2017
$3,037 (+2.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2015
$2,954 (+4.6%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2014
$2,825 (+2.2%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2013
$2,765 (+6.5%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2012
$2,595 (+1.5%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2011
$2,557 (+1.8%)
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
2010
$2,512
$29,900 + $45,900
$75,800
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
54530618218437
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Range Hood, Dishwasher, Microwave
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 896
Improvement Assessed Value: $45,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $29,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,241
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 896
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $441
County Tax: $580
School Tax: $2,244
Tax Assessed Value: $75,800
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,265
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: KENHORST
Directions: Lancaster Ave. L on W Kenhorst. R on Fern
Municipality: KENHORST BORO
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 896
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 54530618218437
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
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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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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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.
9.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$277,000 – $336,000
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