$209,900
3 bd|1 ba|1,216 sqft
523 Fern Ave, Reading, PA 19611
Listed by Century 21 Gold
For Sale
Listing description
Nestled in the charming Pennside neighborhood, this twin home offers a perfect blend of character and comfort. Built in 1925, the brick exterior exudes timeless appeal, while the interior invites you to create lasting memories. With four spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The unfinished walkout basement provides endless possibilities for customization, whether you envision a cozy family room or a home gym. Enjoy the convenience of an attached garage and driveway parking, ensuring easy access year-round. The inviting atmosphere and thoughtful layout make this residence a true sanctuary. Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming property your own!
Rooms by level
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
- Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath
- Upper level 21 bedroom
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,120 sq ft
- Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant
- Cooling
- None
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
- Architectural style
- Other
- Year built
- 1925
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.04 acres (1,742 sq ft)
- Garage
- 1 space
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $183
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PABK2079822
- County
- Berks County
- School district
- Antietam
- Days on NookLocal
- 2 days
Interior features
- Basement
- Unfinished, Walkout Level, Full, Garage Access
- Laundry
- Basement, Hookup
- Levels
- 3
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Brick
- Foundation
- Block
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- None
- Hot water
- 60+ Gallon Tank
- Water source
- Public Hook-up Available
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- Driveway, Attached Garage
- Garage type
- Basement Garage
- Total spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 1
Community
- Subdivision
- PENNSIDE
Lot & zoning
- Zoning
- RES
Included in the sale
- Exclusions
- Sellers personal property, furniture, refrigerator, washer and dryer
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
The NookLocal estimate
Estimated value
$205,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
About this estimate
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
- Last sold
- March 2013 for $38,000
- County deed record in 2013 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
- Current list price
- $205,000
- County assessment implies
- $186,604
- Est. property taxes at today's rates
- $3,613/yr
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 507 N 25TH ST, READING, PA 19606 | October 2026 | $210,000 | 3/1 | 1,053 | $216,925 |
| 20 MYRTLE AVE, READING, PA 19606 | November 2025 | $237,500 | 3/1 | 1,120 | $240,703 |
| 2517 GRANT, READING, PA 19606 | July 2026 | $151,500 | 3/1 | 1,124 | $147,576 |
| 18 PENNWYN TC TER, READING, PA 19606 | October 2026 | $205,000 | 3/1 | 1,128 | $208,072 |
| 7 MARSHALL AVE, READING, PA 19606 | April 2026 | $195,000 | 3/1 | 1,200 | $184,263 |
| 2539 GRANT ST, READING, PA 19606 | April 2026 | $200,000 | 3/1 | 1,100 | $197,587 |
Sale history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| March 2013 | Sold | $38,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated taxes
Estimated at current rates
$4,272 / year
≈ $356 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$4,421
-3.4% at current rates
School tax
ANTIETAM · 51.30 mills (2025-26)
$3,073
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$540
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$659
Recomputed from the county assessment ($59,900, 1994 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Berks County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$41,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,445/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,029
- Property taxes (current rates)
- $356
- Home insurance (est.)
- $60
Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
Area statistics
School district
Antietam
- Academic index
- 42/100
- Graduation rate
- 83.8%
- PSSA ELA proficient
- 32.3%
- PSSA Math proficient
- 21.3%
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Berks County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Berks County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
Map location
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Data last updated: October 22, 2026 at 2:02 PM EDT
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