HeatingBaseboard, Ductless, Electric, Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
BasementYes
WaterfrontCreek/Stream
FireplaceFamily Room, Wood Burning
ViewCreek/Stream
MLS #749684
Lot Size1.48 Acres
StatusActive
About 1685 Rte 143
This is that one farmhouse that whenever you drove by you always said honey stop, I want this home, from the repointed stone to the peaceful sound of the mountain spring. Own a piece of history in this stunning stone home built circa 1850. Exposed beams, deep sill windows and some random width wood floors mingle with modern amenities for the ultimate in luxury country living. Fully setup modern guest efficiency with a full bath, kitchenette, open floor plan and separate entrance. Access the main home from the huge front or rear porch. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, large family room with fireplace and exposed stone walls. Recently remodeled first floor bath, second floor offers 3 bedrooms with closets. Full attic for all your extra storage needs. First floor all recent newer floor covering. Never worry about the power to go out with your own Generator. Newer 16' x 12' shed with electric and a second 7' x 8' garden shed. All this and more on 1.48-acre lot with lots of parking and room for entertaining. Located near family-Owned Orchard, General store, Leaser Lake, Easy access to the Appalachian Trail, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary & other outdoor locations to enjoy. Within minutes to route I-78, Easy drive to NYC and Philadelphia and only 30 minutes from Allentown. Subject's spring fed stream is NOT referenced to be considered a flood zone. Flood Zone in Center of Parcel: X Flood Code Desc: Zone X-An Area That Is Determined To Be Outside The 100- And 500-Year Floodplains.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1850
Living Area: 1,892 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: CENTURY 21 Keim Realtors
Office Phone: (610) 395-0393
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Laminate, Resilient
Interior: Attic, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, In-Law Floorplan, Family Room Main Level, Second Kitchen
Fireplace: Family Room, Wood Burning
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Waterfront: Creek/Stream
View: Creek/Stream
Exterior: Porch, Shed
Parking Information:
Parking: Driveway
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Corner Lot, Stream/Creek, Wooded
Lot Size: 1.48 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Baseboard, Ductless, Electric, Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Route 78 to Lenhartsville exit, Left onto route 143 to corner of Sousley and route 143 to home on the left.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $298,500
Price Per SqFt: $158/SqFt
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6
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Greenwich-Lenhartsville Elementary School
1457 Krumsville Rd # SR737
Distance between this listing and this school4.70 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
4
/10
Tilden Elementary Center
524 W State St
Distance between this listing and this school6.50 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
4
/10
Perry Elementary School
201 4th St
Distance between this listing and this school7.52 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Hamburg Area Middle School
Windsor Street
Distance between this listing and this school5.02 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
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Kutztown Area Middle School
10 Deisher Ln
Distance between this listing and this school8.38 miles
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Fleetwood Area Middle School
407 N Richmond St
Distance between this listing and this school9.76 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
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Hamburg Area High School
701 Windsor St
Distance between this listing and this school5.25 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
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Kutztown Area Sr High School
50 Trexler Ave
Distance between this listing and this school8.29 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
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Fleetwood Area High School
803 N Richmond St
Distance between this listing and this school9.61 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,767. Typical income of Berks County, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1685 Rte 143
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1685 Rte 143 property is $298,500.
What type of property is this?
The property 1685 Rte 143 is a house located in Greenwich Township, Pennsylvania, 19534.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1685 Rte 143 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1685 Rte 143 has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1685 Rte 143 is 1,892 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1685 Rte 143 is 1850.
This home is located at 1685 Rte 143 in Greenwich Township, PA and zip code 19534. This 1,892 square foot home, which was built in 1850, sits on a 1.48 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 09, 2024 and is currently priced at $298,500.
Over 142 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Berks County, PA. In the same period over 76 listings were sold below the listed price and 84 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Berks County, PA decreased by 13.7% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $275,785 and the average listing age was 23 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.