297 Forgedale Road, Barto, PA 19504 - Photo 1

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$531,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
3,172 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

No more showings. Step into the charm of this 19th-century stone farmhouse set on nearly 7 picturesque acres in Barto, PA. Offering 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this property blends timeless character with serene country living. Exterior highlights include a wraparound porch overlooking the grounds, a wonderful 3-stall barn with a new metal roof, fruit trees, blueberry bushes, and both a small and large spring-fed pond stocked with trout. The property also features 5 natural springs, a historic spring house, and even a functioning outhouse for added rustic charm. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the home. The main level offers a welcoming living room with a large picture window, a fireplace, and a dining room accented with a wood-burning stove and built-in cabinetry. The spacious kitchen features a gas stove, wall oven, stone fireplace, freestanding propane stove, and a cozy alcove sitting area, plus a den for flexible living space. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms including a primary suite with its own full bathroom, as well as an additional hallway bath. This is a rare opportunity to own a true country retreat with historic character and endless potential.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 297 Forgedale Rd

General

Sold For: $531,000
Taxes: $8,086 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PABK2065880
Added to Site: 116 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stove - Wood, Exposed Beams, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Wall
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Upper: 5

Parking

Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Private
Parking Type: Driveway

Location

Area: District Twp (10240)
Municipality: DISTRICT TWP
County: BERKS
Cross Streets: Dale Rd
Driving Directions: Rt 100 S from Emmaus to R on Church St in Bally to L on Dale Rd to R on Forgedale, Property on L.

School Information

School District: Brandywine Heights Area

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: On Site Septic, Cess Pool
Water: Well

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Stone
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partial
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle, Metal
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 3,172
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 3,172 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 3,172 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1847
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 6.41
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 279,219
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $156.68
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $6,349
City/TownTax: $189
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $1,548
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $171,700
Tax Amount: $8,086
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3172

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 965

Listed by Real of Pennsylvania, Jonathan Campbell and Real of Pennsylvania, Cindy Lou Lapp
Sold by Moments Real Estate, Geoffrey C Horrocks

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Schools

Schools serving 297 Forgedale Rd

School District:Brandywine Heights Area School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Brandywine Heights Elementary School 445 West Barkley Street, Topton, PA 19562	K-3	6.5 mi
Brandywine Heights High School 103 Old Topton Road, Mertztown, PA 19539	9-12	6.9 mi

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Price & Sales History for 297 Forgedale Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/30/2026

Sold

$531,000

6.84%

MLS

11/25/2025

Listed

$497,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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