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176 Old Spies Church Rd,READING, PA 19606
READING, PA 19606
Description
Welcome to your dream country escape! Nestled at the end of a private driveway flanked by serene woods and open grassy fields, this historic stone home offers over 6 acres of tranquil property tailored for animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking to raise chickens, keep goats, or board a horse, or just enjoy the wildlife, deer, turkey, and occasional peacocks show up from somewhere. This farmette is fully equipped with a Property & Home Highlights: Historic Character Meets Modern Comfort: Features wide-plank floorboards in the cozy family room, modern updates, and a newer primary suite addition, alongside two charming upper bedrooms with fresh flooring and a full bath in the original stone structure. Over $150,000 in Recent Upgrades (Past 2 Years): Enjoy peace of mind with a new metal roof (complete with new soffits and gutters), a brand-new septic tank, a newly installed UV water filtration system, and efficient propane heating. Oversized 2-Car Garage & Bonus Space: A newly redone garage features a finished upstairs bonus room with propane heat and beautiful bamboo floors-ideal for a home office, studio, or guest space. Historic Charm & Exploration: Take a walk along the scenic trail behind the garage to find a historic spring house just waiting for your restoration ideals. Showings start November 7 2026. Interior pictures coming soon.
Details
| MLS # | PABK2080164 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active-bright |
| Year | 1920 |
| Days On Site | 3 |
| Listing Provided By | Bold Realty | Daniel Minotto |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,917 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | RES - CHECK WITH TOWNSHIP |
| Acreage | 6.69 |
Interior
| Cooling | Central A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | 90% Forced Air |
Exterior
| Roof | Metal, Shingle |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Foundation Details | Stone, Crawl Space |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 8739 |
|---|
Area Information
| State | PA |
|---|---|
| County | BERKS PA |
| City | READING |
| Zip Code | 19606 |
| Area | Lower Alsace Twp (10223) |
| Community Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| School District | ANTIETAM |
| Listing VS Median (in NONE AVAILABLE) | |
Price: $585,000 low | high Med: $330,000 sqft: 2,917 low | high Med: 2,152 $ / sqft: $201 low | high Med: $190 On site: 3 low | high Med: 103.5 | |
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| State | PA |
|---|---|
| County | BERKS PA |
| City | READING |
| Zip Code | 19606 |
| Area | Lower Alsace Twp (10223) |
| Community Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| School District | ANTIETAM |
| Listing VS Median (in NONE AVAILABLE) | |
Price: $585,000 low | high Med: $330,000 sqft: 2,917 low | high Med: 2,152 $ / sqft: $201 low | high Med: $190 On site: 3 low | high Med: 103.5 | |