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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 271 Wetzel Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,227,000
- Taxes: $4,998
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Lehigh_Valley
- MLS ID: 781674
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior 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)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood Burning, Outside
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, ElectricDryer Hookup, Main Level
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Breezeway, Covered Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Propane Tank - Owned
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Enclosed, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
Location
- Area: Hereford
- County: Berks
- Subdivision: Not in Development
- Cross Streets: St. Peters Road
- Driving Directions: From Route 78: to 222, South on Route 100, right on St. Peters Rd, right on Wetzel Rd, driveway and property on the right.
School Information
- Elem School District: Upper Perkiomen
- Midd School District: Upper Perkiomen
- High School District: Upper Perkiomen
- Elementary School: Hereford Elemtary
- Middle School: Upper Perkiomen Middle school
- High School: Upper Perkiomen High School
Community
- Home Owners Assn.: Lehigh Valley MLS
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Zoned
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Construction: Stone, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass, Metal, Slate
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 3,034
- Living Area: 3,034 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1815
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s), Guest House
Lot Features
- Property View: Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
- Lot Size (Acres): 20.49
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 892,544
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: Not In Subdivision, Views, Wooded, Waterfront, Pond on Lot
- Zoning: Rural/Agricultural Reside
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,998.31
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 52-6402-00-14-4761
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley
Sold by House & Land Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 271 Wetzel Rd
School District:Upper Perkiomen School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hereford El School 1043 Gravel Pike, Hereford, PA 18056 | K-5 | 3.5 mi |
Upper Perkiomen Middle School 901 Montgomery Avenue, Pennsburg, PA 18073 | 6-8 | 8 mi |
Upper Perkiomen High School 2 Walt Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073 | 9-12 | 8.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 271 Wetzel Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/07/2026
Sold
$1,227,000
2.25%
MLS
8/13/2026
Listed
$1,200,000
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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.
271 Wetzel Road, Hereford Twp, PA 18062 (MLS# 781674) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,227,000 on October 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 271 Wetzel Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hereford Twp? You can browse all Hereford Twp real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
