Pending

$134,900

257 Spies Church Rd, Reading, PA 19606

1beds

668sqft

$979/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

1.41 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$202/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Clean stone foundationSolid bonesFunctional outhouse

Attention investors, builders, and handy home owners! Endless potential awaits with this single family home sitting on almost 1.5 acres! Located in Oley Valley School District, this truly is an original tiny home. Measuring just under 700 sq. ft., this home offers the potential for a partially finished basement, an addition, or an added 2nd floor or loft area for more space. The house sits tucked away from the road and offers views of wildlife and the neighboring pond. The property has plenty of nostalgia- from a clean stone foundation to a functional outhouse. With solid bones and a plethora of possibilities, this property is the perfect project for anyone ready to build equity. Schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

Level: Main
Area: 168 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 X 14

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 60 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6 X 10

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 80 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 X 10

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 150 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10 X 15

Heating

Forced Air, Coal, Wood

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Attic
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 668
Total interior livable area: 668 sqft
Finished area above ground: 668
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 8
Parking features: Gravel, Off Street, Driveway
Uncovered spaces: 6

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1.41 Acres
Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Rural, SideYard(s)

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
Parcel number: 22533803115217
Zoning: R-2
Zoning description: Woodland Conservation and Rural Farm
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding, Block, Stick Built, Stone, Stucco
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Pitched,Shingle

Condition

Below Average,Fixer
New construction: No
Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Cesspool, Other
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reading
Municipality: ALSACE TWP

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $202/sqft
Tax assessed value: $50,200
Annual tax amount: $2,153
Date on market: 7/17/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,170/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/27/2026	Pending sale	$134,900$202/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2075332 Report a problem
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$134,900+106.6%$202/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2075332 Report a problem
1/28/2025	Sold	$65,300$98/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,153 +6.8%	$50,200
2024	$2,017 +3.8%	$50,200
2023	$1,942 +1.3%	$50,200
2022	$1,917 +1.3%	$50,200
2021	$1,892 +1.6%	$50,200
2020	$1,862 +1.6%	$50,200
2019	$1,832 +1.1%	$50,200
2018	$1,811 +2.5%	$50,200
2017	$1,767 +304.9%	$50,200
2016	$436 +6%	$50,200
2015	$412	$50,200
2014	--	$50,200
2013	--	$50,200
2012	--	$50,200
2011	--	$50,200
2010	--	$50,200
2009	--	$50,200
2008	--	$50,200
2007	--	$50,200
2006	--	$50,200
2005	--	$50,200
2004	--	$50,200
2003	--	$50,200
2002	--	$50,200
2000	--	$50,200