* * Lovely. .. .serene setting. .. .This home was lovingly built by its owner in 1962.. .Large rooms. .. Large HEATED 17x25 attic. .3 car detached garage w/ sink, toilet and woodburning heater, lots of work space and 2nd floor storage. .. .This Brick Cape is set on 2+ ACRES. .. 2 septic systems on property. .. A Must See property!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
2.01 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mr. Woody R Howell• Real Estate of America
•610-351-7900 (broker)
•woody@reoarealty.com (broker)
Bought with Jessica Vooz• Keller Williams Real Estate - Allentown
Enjoy peaceful, relaxing, lazy afternoons on the front porch just watching the wildlife and occasional traffic go by. Count the deer that playfully wander through the back yard as you peer out from the kitchen windows. Plenty of room to plant that garden you have always dreamed of. This house is located in a lovely, serene setting. The home was lovingly built by its owner in 1962 and is being offered for sale for the first time ever. The 16 acre lot that wraps around the left side and rear of the 2 acres that accomodate the residence is also available for $125,000. This home is expandable and is waiting for your personal decorating touches - be sure to view it today!. .. Home qualifies for USDA FINANCING! Taxes come up incorrectly. They are: County, $789; Municipal, $324; School, $3475: TOTAL $4589
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,345
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2025
$5,345 (−0.7%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2024
$5,380 (+2.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2023
$5,271 (+2.3%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2022
$5,153 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2021
$5,114 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2020
$5,076 (+1.5%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2019
$5,002 (+1.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2018
$4,949 (+1.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2017
$4,861 (+0.6%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2015
$4,833
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2014
$4,833 (+2.5%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2013
$4,714 (+4.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2012
$4,529 (+1.4%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2011
$4,467 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2010
$4,433
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
Tax history for 440 Centennial Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,345
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2025
$5,345 (−0.7%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2024
$5,380 (+2.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2023
$5,271 (+2.3%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2022
$5,153 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2021
$5,114 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2020
$5,076 (+1.5%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2019
$5,002 (+1.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2018
$4,949 (+1.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2017
$4,861 (+0.6%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2015
$4,833
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2014
$4,833 (+2.5%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2013
$4,714 (+4.1%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2012
$4,529 (+1.4%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2011
$4,467 (+0.8%)
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
2010
$4,433
$38,500 + $75,300
$113,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,416
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
59547204931651
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
CONS
Conservation District
It is the purpose of this District implement the provisions of Section 604. 1 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, which encourages the protection of the natural, scenic and historic values in the environment of the Township and the preservation the forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains from fragmentation or the encroachment of development, which would degrade the unique rural character, the quality of natural wildlife habitats, or the unique scenic beauty of Longswamp Township. Because of this, intensive residential development will not be permitted. Limited nonresidential uses, with their accessory uses, that are compatible with the physical characteristics of the land within the District will also be permitted. Development activities in this District will be encouraged to utilize the Conservation Subdivision Growing Greener design options to further implement the protection and preservation goals of the District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Warehouse
Infrastructure
Public service
Fire house
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $75,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0 X 0
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $38,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,416
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $113,800
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $4,589
Utilities
Utilities Information
100 Amp Service
Oil, Hot Water, Steam
Heating Fuel: Oil, Other
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: STATE ST.
Directions: From State St. in Mertztown, turn right onto Centennial Rd. , up hill to property on right.
Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,416
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59547204931651
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Brandywine Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 2.6mi
5/10
Brandywine Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 98° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Alburtis, PA • 18011
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$339,000 – $410,000
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