For sale
$1,200,000
5beds
3,034sqft
271 Wetzel Rd, Macungie, PA 18062
5beds
3,034sqft
Farm, single family residence
Built in 1815
20.49 Acres
4 Garage spaces
$396 price/sqft
What's special
Impressively restored farmhouseRolling acreageModern amenitiesAnimal barn with stallsMature treesOriginal bank barnPie pantry
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 ...
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Source: GLVR,MLS#: 781674
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSTravel times
Outdoor 1
Outdoor 2
Outdoor 3
Screened Patio
Foyer
Laundry Room
Family Room
Kitchen & Dining Area
Pantry
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bathroom
Bedroom
Bedroom/Sitting Room
Bathroom
Bedroom
Third Foor Bonus Room (Finished)
Guest House
Guest House Living Room
Guest House Kitchen
Guest House Bedroom
Guest House Bathroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rebecca L. Francis 484-280-6212,
BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley 610-282-4444,
Meredith Will 480-329-2082,
BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 781674Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, ElectricDryer Hookup, Main Level
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)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning, Outside
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,034 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,034
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Breezeway, Covered Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Propane Tank - Owned
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 20.49 Acres
- Features: Not In Subdivision, Views, Wooded, Waterfront, Pond on Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House
- Parcel number: 52640200144761
- Zoning: Rural/Agricultural Reside
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass,Metal,Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1815
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Macungie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $396/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,998
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+70.2%$396/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #781674 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2017 | Sold | $705,000-4.7%$232/sqft |
Source: GLVR #552372 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2017 | Listed for sale | $740,000$244/sqft |
Source: Carol C Dorey Real Estate #7015726 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2017 | Pending sale | $740,000$244/sqft |
Source: Carol C Dorey Real Estate #7015726 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2017 | Listed for sale | $740,000$244/sqft |
Source: Dorey, Carol C Real Estate #552372 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,092 +299.4% | $129,500 |
| 2024 | $1,275 +7.5% | $129,500 |
| 2023 | $1,186 | $129,500 |
| 2022 | $1,186 +3.4% | $129,500 |
| 2021 | $1,147 | $129,500 |
| 2020 | $1,147 | $129,500 |
| 2019 | $1,147 | $129,500 |
| 2018 | $1,147 +3.3% | $129,500 |
| 2017 | $1,110 +2% | $129,500 -0.1% |
| 2016 | $1,089 +2.9% | $129,600 |
| 2015 | $1,058 +5.6% | $129,600 |
| 2014 | $1,002 | $129,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $129,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $129,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $129,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $129,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $129,600 -0.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $130,800 +19.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $109,400 +0.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $109,200 +0.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $108,700 -49.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $216,300 +2.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $211,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $211,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $211,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$7,698/mo
Principal & interest
$6188
Property taxes
$1510
Estimated market value
$1,145,900
$1.09M - $1.20M
$3,651/mo
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Neighborhood: 18062
Nearby schools
Hereford El School
Grades K-3 • 3.5 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10Upper Perkiomen Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 8.1 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
9/10Upper Perkiomen High School
Grades 9-12 • 8.5 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10College Readiness Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
3/10