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Property Description
Welcome to this captivating c.1800 stone farmette, where timeless charm meets colorful garden splendor. Tucked away on 1.3 beautifully landscaped acres, this one-of-a-kind property offers a soul-soothing escape in a storybook setting. Inside, the home features a bright and airy layout with exposed beams, wide plank floors, and a dramatic stone fireplace anchoring the main living space. The original dining room and parlor retain their historic character, while a private in-law suite with a large bedroom and full bath on the first floor adds flexibility for extended family or guests. Two additional bedrooms grace the second floor, with a fully finished third floor offering charming sleeping quarters under the eaves. Garden lovers will fall head over heels, this property boasts the most vibrant, lovingly curated flower beds you'll see. A stone pathway winds alongside the home through blooming borders, leading to a sunny back patio surrounded by lush plantings and bursts of color in every direction. Out back, the c.1900 stone-and-frame bank barn retains classic architectural details, with original beams, footholds, and stalls intact. The lower level is well preserved and functional, while the main floor offers tremendous storage or creative space. A chicken coop, currently home to hens and a proud rooster, and a root cellar add to the property's rustic charm. Though no longer standing, the original blacksmith shop's stone foundation remains at the edge of the lot, echoing the rich past of this early homestead. Recent updates include a newer roof and modern heating system, blending comfort with history. This property offers peace, beauty, and a deep sense of place, perfect for anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the simple, meaningful pleasures of country life.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2571 Hill Rd
General
- Price: $425,000
- Taxes: $9,267 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2061090
- Updated: 12/17/2025
- Added to Site: 160 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, In-Law/auPair/Suite
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Stone
- Appliances: Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood
- Flooring: Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Type: Driveway
- Other Parking Total: 3
Location
- Area: Lower Alsace Twp (10223)
- Municipality: LOWER ALSACE TWP
- County: BERKS
- Cross Streets: -
- Driving Directions: Penn Ave to Perkiomen Ave, Left on Carsonia Ave, Left on Friedensburg to Left on Spook Ln, to Right on Spook Ln to Hill Rd
- Location Details: Rural
School Information
- School District: Antietam
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Wood Burn Stove
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric, Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Cable TV
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Interior Access, Outside Entrance
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Windows: Skylights
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,385
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,385 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,385 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1800
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Carriage House, Poultry House, Barn
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.36
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 59,241
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 10 x 10
- Zoning: R-2
- Lot Description: SideYard(s), Rear Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $178.2
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $6,761
- City/TownTax: $1,318
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $1,188
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $131,800
- Tax Amount: $9,267
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Mid-Century Lighting Fixtures, Chandeliers, Microwave
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Ceiling Fans, Track Lighting
- Lot Number: 319
Listed by Century 21 Gold, Mark D Lowe
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Schools
Schools serving 2571 Hill Rd
School District:Antietam School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mount Penn Elementary School 2310 Cumberland Ave, Mount Penn, PA 19606 | 2-6 | 1 mi |
Antietam Middle School/High School 100 Antietam Road, Reading, PA 19606 | 7-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2571 Hill Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/22/2025
Price Reduced
$425,000
-3.41%
MLS
8/08/2025
Listed
$439,999
63.57%
MLS
9/02/2005
Sold
$269,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2571 Hill Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,720
6%
$131,800
—
2024
$2,564
-69%
$131,800
—
2023
$8,279
3%
$131,800
—
2022
$8,017
2%
$131,800
—
2021
$7,848
3%
$131,800
—
2020
$7,631
3%
$131,800
—
2019
$7,391
1%
$131,800
—
2018
$7,313
3%
$131,800
—
2017
$7,096
3%
$131,800
—
2016
$6,868
3%
$131,800
—
2015
$6,644
4%
$131,800
—
2014
$6,407
—
$131,800
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2571 Hill Road, Reading, PA 19606 (MLS# PABK2061090) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2571 Hill Road is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on August 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 2571 Hill Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

