Set within the peaceful countryside of East Penn School District, this charming rural homestead offers the kind of property buyers often hope to find but rarely do. Surrounded by open space and country scenery, the 3 bedroom, 1 bath farmhouse sits on approximately one acre with Rural zoning that allows for animals, creating the ideal setting for a hobby farm, mini farmette, or country retreat lifestyle. At the heart of the property stands the impressive 44x28 stately two-story barn, creating both a visual centerpiece and highly functional space for animals, hobbies, equipment, workshop use, or storage. The fenced pasture area adds to the property’s farmette appeal, offering room for small livestock, gardening, chickens, hobby farming, or simply enjoying the open outdoor space. Updated electric service in the barn, newer roofs on both the home and barn, and newer vinyl windows on the house provide valuable improvements while maintaining the property’s country character. Inside, the home offers warm and comfortable living space filled with charm and functionality. Wood floors carry throughout much of the first floor, where a spacious kitchen with dining area connects via steps to the mudroom, laundry area, and everyday drop zone entrance. The inviting family room features a fireplace, open staircase, and additional open dining, office, or flex space, creating a comfortable gathering area at the center of the home. A second rear staircase from the kitchen adds additional character and convenience leading to one of the second floor bedrooms. Upstairs, the layout includes a lofted bedroom area, full bath, and two additional bedrooms. Outdoors, a pergola and detached shed provide additional opportunities for storage, workshop space, recreation, or creative use. Despite the peaceful rural setting, the property remains conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, hospitals, and major routes, offering a balance of quiet country living with everyday convenience. Open House, Sunday, 5/17/26 from 1-3 PM
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
1.08 acresLot Size
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marissa Burkholder• BHHS Fox & Roach-Allentown
•610-398-9888 (broker)
•glen.paisley@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Amy Shea• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Est. $2,130 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8893 Longswamp Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PALH2015544
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$435,000
May 19, 2026
Pending
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$429,900
GLVRMLS #775355
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$435,000
May 19, 2026
Pending
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$429,900
+53
Set within the peaceful countryside of East Penn School District, this charming rural homestead offers the kind of property buyers often hope to find but rarely do. Surrounded by open space and country scenery, the 3 bedroom, 1 bath farmhouse sits on approximately one acre with Rural zoning that allows for animals, creating the ideal setting for a hobby farm, mini farmette, or country retreat lifestyle. At the heart of the property stands the impressive 44x28 stately two-story barn, creating both a visual centerpiece and highly functional space for animals, hobbies, equipment, workshop use, or storage. The fenced pasture area adds to the property’s farmette appeal, offering room for small livestock, gardening, chickens, hobby farming, or simply enjoying the open outdoor space. Updated electric service in the barn, newer roofs on both the home and barn, and newer vinyl windows on the house provide valuable improvements while maintaining the property’s country character. Inside, the home offers warm and comfortable living space filled with charm and functionality. Wood floors carry throughout much of the first floor, where a spacious kitchen with dining area connects via steps to the mudroom, laundry area, and everyday drop zone entrance. The inviting family room features a fireplace, open staircase, and additional open dining, office, or flex space, creating a comfortable gathering area at the center of the home. A second rear staircase from the kitchen adds additional character and convenience leading to one of the second floor bedrooms. Upstairs, the layout includes a lofted bedroom area, full bath, and two additional bedrooms. Outdoors, a pergola and detached shed provide additional opportunities for storage, workshop space, recreation, or creative use. Despite the peaceful rural setting, the property remains conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, hospitals, and major routes, offering a balance of quiet country living with everyday convenience. Open House, Sunday, 5/17/26 from 1-3 PM
BRIGHT MLS #PALH2008798
Jul 9, 2024
Sold
$380,000
Jun 15, 2024
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2024
Listed
$399,000
GLVRMLS #738632
Jul 9, 2024
Sold
$380,000
Jun 15, 2024
Pending
—
May 27, 2024
Listed
$399,000
+24
Your Country Living Home awaits where wildlife and nature abound! Recently updated home located on a spacious farmette style property. The interior of the home has been recently updated with re-finished hardwood flooring, fresh paint, new kitchen countertops, backsplash, and sinks. Central AC for the warm summer days and a brick fireplace for the winter days. There is plenty of country living charm with this property from the cozy wood fireplace in the living room to the historic red barn and 18'x30' chicken shed bordered by lush meadows. This property has had the main HOUSE and BARN ROOFS REPLACED within the past 5 years and NEW vinyl windows installed in the main house within this past year. The 44'x28' stately 2 story barn is very well maintained with the quality roof preserving the beauty of the barn's post and beam structure. The barn also had an electric service panel installed and the exterior painted. Most of the property is fenced in with top grade, black coated, box wire fencing allowing a safe space for your pets and possible gardening and orchard ventures. The septic had a full, hydraulic load, septic test performed by a reputable septic inspection company and passed the test. Located close to town for convenience but with peaceful surroundings to relax and enjoy.
GLVRMLS #719927
Sep 15, 2023
Sold
$275,000
Aug 11, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2023
Price Changed
$325,000
Jul 4, 2023
Price Changed
$335,000
Jul 3, 2023
Listed
$325,000
GLVRMLS #720197
Aug 11, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2023
Price Changed
*
Jul 7, 2023
Listed
*
Public Records
Mar 1, 1995
Sold
$133,000
Public Records
Mar 1, 1990
Sold
$119,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,820 (+3.3%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2025
$4,667 (+3.4%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2024
$4,515 (+2.0%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2023
$4,425 (+2.4%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2022
$4,320 (+2.2%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2021
$4,228 (+1.0%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2020
$4,188 (+1.7%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2019
$4,117 (+1.3%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2018
$4,063 (+1.8%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2017
$3,991 (+5.2%)
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
2015
$3,792
$73,500 + $109,300
$182,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,652
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lehigh County
APN
546324282531 1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R
Rural District
The purpose of this district is to encourage the continuation of farming, maintain the existing low residential density, and to encourage the preservation of open space, wooded areas, steep slopes and stream valleys. Farming should be encouraged to continue and there should be no undue restrictions on agricultural operations. Single-family homes on scattered lots and small subdivisions are permitted, but large subdivisions are discouraged.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 7
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Poured Concrete
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Stable(s), Arena
Improvement Assessed Value: $109,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Barn/Stable, Garage(s), Shed
Exterior Information
Chimney Cap(s), Outbuilding(s)
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Rear Yard, Rural, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $73,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $137
County Tax: $690
School Tax: $3,992
Tax Assessed Value: $182,800
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $4,820
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water, Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: EAST PENN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From Route 100, turn onto Longswamp Road and continue to 8893 Longswamp Road, Alburtis. Property will be on the left.
Municipality: LOWER MACUNGIE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,652
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 1.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 546324282531 1
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Alburtis El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Lower Macungie Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Emmaus High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
20% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alburtis, PA • 18011
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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25
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$371,000 – $449,000
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