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Sold for $1,227,000
  • $1,227,000

    271 Wetzel Rd, Macungie, PA 18062

    5beds
    3,034sqft
    Farm, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1815
    20.49 Acres Lot
    $1,231,000 Zestimate®
    $404/sqft
    $3,136 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,231,000

    $1.17M - $1.29M

    $3,136/mo

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    What's special

    Impressively restored farmhouseRolling acreageModern amenitiesAnimal barn with stallsMature treesOriginal bank barnPie pantry
    HIGHEST AND BEST OFFER DEADLINE SET FOR THURSDAY 8/20 @ 9:00AM, MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. Step back in time and discover the TIMELESS CHARM of this exceptional 20-ACRE GENTLEMAN'S farmstead (PA ACT319) in Berks County. Dating back to 1815, this REMARKABLE property blends rich Pennsylvania history with endless possibilities for COUNTRY LIVING, HOBBY FARMING, EQUESTRIAN PURSUITS, or a PRIVATE FAMILY RETREAT. The centerpiece is the IMPRESSIVELY RESTORED farmhouse with 3,000 square feet of CLASSIC ARCHITECTURE with MODERN AMENITIES. This home features 5 BEDROOMS and 2.5 BATHROOMS with exposed STONE WALLS, WIDE-PLANK PINE FLOORS and WOOD BEAMS, just a few of the enchanting details throughout the home. Modern conveniences abound with HIGH-END APPLIANCES including SUB ZERO, VIKING, and THERMADOR in the GOURMET KITCHEN with it's own PIE PANTRY, ensuring both functionality and style. Enjoy year-round outdoor living from the SCREENED OUTDOOR PATIO, complete with a WOODBURNING FIREPLACE, an inviting setting for morning coffee, entertaining, or relaxing while overlooking the surrounding countryside. A few steps away from the main house is the DETACHED GUEST HOUSE, complete with a kitchenette, full bath, and upstairs bedroom. The property also features an ORIGINAL BANK BARN, chicken coop, greenhouse, potting shed, and an animal barn with stalls ideal for livestock, equipment, storage, workshops, or agricultural. Rolling acreage, mature trees, and a picturesque SPRING-FED POND create a peaceful setting where you can enjoy fishing, wildlife, and the tranquility of the countryside. This property presents a RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a piece of the the area's rich heritage.

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    Listed by:

    Rebecca L. Francis 484-280-6212,

    BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley,

    Meredith Will 480-329-2082,

    BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley

    Bought with:

    Justin R. Kline, RM424391

    House & Land Real Estate

    Source: GLVR,MLS#: 781674MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; recessed lighting; gas burning corner built-in fireplace with brick and wood panel surround; wood mantel; area for TV mounting arm
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: Bedroom/Sitting Room: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; ceiling light; picture window with blinds; double closet; built-in closet; walk-in closet
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 13.00 x 15.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; wall sconce
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 9.00 x 13.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; wall sconce
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 10.00 x 13.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; exposed wood beams; wall sconce
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 10.00 x 13.00
    Primary bathroom
    • Description: Pocket door; wood flooring; ceiling light; built-in farmhouse industrial style shelves; furniture-style vanity with decorative sink; upper shelf; lower cabinet storage and attached towel pegs; vanity mirror; Jacuzzi tub/shower combo with shelf inserts (2)
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 7.00 x 6.00
    Breakfast room nook
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; exposed stone walls; exposed wood beams; farmhouse chandelier; original stone walk-in fireplace with wood burning stove; built-in pie cabinet and storage cabinets; original house staircase to second level; door to crawl space
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12.00 x 13.00
    Family room
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; recessed lighting; exposed wood beams; wood burning fireplace with brick hearth and surround, mantel, and decorative wood panel surround; built-in open shelving; lower cabinet brick storage
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.00
    Foyer
    • Description: Ceramic tile flooring; baseboard molding; ceiling lights (2); double closets (3)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 6.00 x 15.00
    Other
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; baseboard molding; recessed lighting; vanities (2) each with American Standard sinks and Moen faucets, lower cabinetry, wall sconces (2), and wall mirrors (2); built-in floor-to-ceiling center cabinet and linen closet
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.00
    Half bath
    • Description: Luxury vinyl plank flooring; Kohler pedestal sink; vanity wall sconces (2); wall mirror with shelf; hanging peg rack; ceiling light; built-in linen cabinet; ceiling exhaust fan
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 7.00 x 6.00
    Kitchen
    • Description: Random width pine flooring; exposed wood beams; L-shaped center island with tiered curly maple countertops, lower cabinet storage, breakfast bar seating, soapstone countertop with built-in soapstone farmhouse sink, vintage faucets, track lighting
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 21.00 x 14.00
    Kitchen
    • Description: Guest House Kitchenette: Original hardwood plank flooring; lower and upper cabinetry; quartz countertop; ceiling lights (2); subway tile backsplash; microwave shelf; stainless steel sink; door to side patio; upper cabinets and full wall cabinet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
    Laundry
    • Description: Luxury vinyl plank flooring; baseboard molding; recessed lighting; ceiling light; LG washer and dryer; vanity with farmhouse wash bucket sink and lower cabinetry; small built-in open shelves; upper cabinetry with lower shelf and recessed eyeball lighting;
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 17.00 x 8.00
    Living room
    • Description: Guest House: Original hardwood flooring; baseboard molding; closed-off fireplace with wood mantel; coat closet; entrance to full bathroom
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.00 x 20.00
    Other
    • Description: Walk-In Pantry: Plexiglass door; brick flooring; paneled walls with built-in shelving; ceiling light
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 8.00 x 6.00
    Other
    • Description: Walk-In Closet: Random width pine flooring; built-in closet system with shelves and rod; ceiling light; push-up attic access
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 8.00 x 4.00
    Other
    • Description: Primary Walk-In Closet: Random width pine flooring; baseboard heat; custom built-in closet system; ceiling light
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 6.00 x 6.00
    Other
    • Description: Bonus: Built-in shelves
    • Level: Third
    • Dimensions: 12.00 x 26.00
    Other
    • Description: Guest House Full Bathroom: Original hardwood plank flooring; baseboard molding; single vanity with quartz countertop and backsplash; built-in medicine cabinet wall mirror; ceiling light; upper shelving; shower and tub combo with recessed shower lighting
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
    Other
    • Description: Guest House Bedroom: Original hardwood plank flooring; baseboard molding; built-in wall with pegs; wall cabinet storage with shelving
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 15.00 x 20.00
    Other
    • Description: Breezeway
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 9.00 x 19.00
    Other
    • Description: Screened-In Patio
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.00 x 18.00
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Wood Stove
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, ElectricDryer Hookup, Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Family Room Main Level, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning, Outside
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,034 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,034
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
    • Garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio
    • Exterior features: Breezeway, Covered Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Propane Tank - Owned
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Lake
    Lot
    • Size: 20.49 Acres
    • Features: Not In Subdivision, Views, Wooded, Waterfront, Pond on Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House
    • Parcel number: 52640200144761
    • Zoning: Rural/Agricultural Reside
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Farmhouse
    • Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass,Metal,Slate
    Condition
    • Year built: 1815

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Not in Development
    Location
    • Region: Macungie

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $404/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $129,500
    • Annual tax amount: $4,998
    • Date on market: 8/13/2026
    • Ownership type: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/7/2026Sold$1,227,000+2.3%$404/sqft
    Source: GLVR #781674 Report a problem
    8/20/2026Pending sale$1,200,000$396/sqft
    Source: GLVR #781674 Report a problem
    8/13/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000+70.2%$396/sqft
    Source: GLVR #781674 Report a problem
    10/18/2017Sold$705,000-4.7%$232/sqft
    Source: GLVR #552372 Report a problem
    8/30/2017Listed for sale$740,000$244/sqft
    Source: Carol C Dorey Real Estate #7015726 Report a problem
    8/30/2017Pending sale$740,000$244/sqft
    Source: Carol C Dorey Real Estate #7015726 Report a problem
    7/7/2017Listed for sale$740,000$244/sqft
    Source: Dorey, Carol C Real Estate #552372 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,092 +299.4%$129,500
    2024$1,275 +7.5%$129,500
    2023$1,186 $129,500
    2022$1,186 +3.4%$129,500
    2021$1,147 $129,500
    2020$1,147 $129,500
    2019$1,147 $129,500
    2018$1,147 +3.3%$129,500
    2017$1,110 +2%$129,500 -0.1%
    2016$1,089 +2.9%$129,600
    2015$1,058 +5.6%$129,600
    2014$1,002 $129,600
    2013-- $129,600
    2012-- $129,600
    2011-- $129,600
    2010-- $129,600
    2009-- $129,600 -0.9%
    2008-- $130,800 +19.6%
    2007-- $109,400 +0.2%
    2006-- $109,200 +0.5%
    2005-- $108,700 -49.7%
    2004-- $216,300 +2.3%
    2003-- $211,500
    2002-- $211,500
    2000-- $211,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 18062

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Hereford Elemtary
    • Middle: Upper Perkiomen Middle school
    • High: Upper Perkiomen High School
    • District: Upper Perkiomen

    Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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