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176 OLD SPIES CHURCH RD
READING, PA 19606

$585,000

Beds: 4
Baths: 2 | 1
Sq. Ft.: 2,917
Type: House
Listing #PABK2080164
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.
Listing Courtesy of: Bold Realty (610) 373-8701
Property Features
Location Information
County: BERKS-PA
Municipality: LOWER ALSACE TWP
Latitude: 40.36382
Longitude: -75.85176
MLS Area: Lower Alsace Twp (10223)
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
Directions: Old Spies Church Rd. best to use GPS
Interior Features
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Has Fireplace: No
Heating: 90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased, Electric
Cooling: Central A/C, Electric
Floors: Wood, Other
Water Heater: Electric
Basement Description: Partial
Has Basement: Yes
Accessibility: None
Exterior Features
Style: Cottage, Farmhouse/National Folk
Is New Construction: No
Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Stone, Crawl Space
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Septic or Sewer: On Site Septic
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 32
Lot Size in Acres: 6.69
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 291,416
Zoning: RES - CHECK WITH TOWNSHIP
Garage Description: Oversized, Additional Storage Area
Has Waterfront: No
Has Water Access: No
School
School District: ANTIETAM
Additional Information
ListDate: 2026-10-31 00:00:00.0
Possession: Settlement
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Detached
Levels: 2
Year Built: 1920
Status: Active
Active Adult Community: No
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Amount: $8,739
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Exclusions: refrigerator.
Square Feet Source: Assessor
Is A Condo: No
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