12 Bare Ave, Reading, PA 19607
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SOLD
JUL 31, 2026

12 Bare Ave
Reading, PA 19607

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,698 sqft

$340,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2026
13% over list $300K
$200/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,228/mo*
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$340,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2026
13% over list $300K
$200/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,228/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,698 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1956
Living Area
1,698 sqft
Price/Sqft
$200/sqft
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Totally gorgeous describes this meticulously kept, immaculate 3-bedroom, 2-full bath rancher in Cumru Township. The current owner has completed extensive updates, including a new roof with 30-year architectural shingles (2010), a main level bathroom remodel (2012), and the installation of a new heater/hot water heater, and siding (2014). Modern comforts were further enhanced with Central Air (2016) and a lower level bathroom remodel (2016). Additional interior space by finishing a lower-level office/bonus room (2019). There is radiant heat in the basement and Basement bathroom flooring. Outdoor enjoyment was enhanced with the installation of composite decking and modern rail systems on the back deck (2019) and side deck (2021), a new outdoor playset was added (2021), and the shed was built on site (2018.) For added peace of mind, a one-year AHS Home Warranty is included free of charge for the buyer. Square footage and lot size are based on public records. Please review the attached photos, floor plans, home flow video, and 3D virtual tour. Please schedule an appointment with your agent to see this wonderful property in person!
12 Bare Ave, Reading, PA 19607 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,698 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It last sold for $340,000 on Jul 31, 2026 (13% above the $299,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $307,500, with a rent estimate of $2,032/month.

Home Details for 12 Bare Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1698 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable ConnectedAppliances: Water HeaterLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Radiant,PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: None
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Pitched ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1056 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 642 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Ranch/Rambler
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Basement Refrigerator & Basement Chest Freezer.Included in Sale: Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer, And Dryer In As Is Condition At No Monetary Value.Parcel Number: 39439620922305

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,900Price Per Sqft: $200/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 31 2026Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: READINGCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: Governor MifflinJr High / Middle School District: Governor MifflinHigh School District: Governor Mifflin

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1698 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PABK2073632Municipality: CUMRU TWPAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1056

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: NSource Internet Consumer Comment: NSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Robert Abbott, (610) 248-8875
RE/MAX Ready
Bought with: Jason Burkholder, (717) 371-0557, Hometown Property Sales
Co-Buyer's Agent: Ron Weaver, (717) 606-7915, Hometown Property Sales
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PABK2073632

Price History for 12 Bare Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/31/2026$340,000Sold
Bright MLS #PABK2073632
06/30/2026$299,900PendingBright MLS #PABK2073632
06/28/2026$299,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PABK2073632
06/22/2026$299,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2073632
12/01/2009$140,000Sold
N/A
09/01/2009$159,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Reading

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$247K
$10KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
Price per sq ft
$157
$3MoM
Available listings
360
25MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,266
Assessment$68,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 12 Bare Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
549 Meade Ter, Reading, PA
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$324,000
11/07/25
3
2
2,102
617 Meade Ter, Shillington, PA
0.31
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$325,000
12/22/25
4
2
1,592
1716 Liggett Ave, Shillington, PA
0.20
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$409,900
04/22/26
3
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1,557
1432 Liggett Ave, Reading, PA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$292,000
04/17/26
3
1.5
1,480
1441 Liggett Ave, Reading, PA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$334,900
06/22/26
5
2
1,900
448 Gregg St, Shillington, PA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$315,000
02/20/26
3
1.5
1,456
15 Bare Ave, Reading, PA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$386,000
12/19/25
4
3
3,845
429 Devon Ter, Shillington, PA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$317,000
02/20/26
2
2
2,173
320 Pennsylvania Ave, Shillington, PA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$405,000
10/10/25
3
2
2,080

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What Locals Say about Reading

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  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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