* * * INSANE PRICE * * * * * * UNDER 400K * * * * * * ESTATE WITH OVER 10 ACRES * * * You will fall in love with this magnificent TRULY ONE-OF-A-KIND custom built home high on a hill * * * OVERLOOKING ACRES OF PICTURESQUE ROLLING COUNTRYSIDE * * * with tranqulity & serenity abounding. This home is just perfect for anyone!! Great for horses! Build your barn. .. Cost savings & Energy efficent Geothermal Heating! Space is top order here as you are surrounded by woods with plenty of usable land. This park-like setting is captured out of every window! Inside is no different. .. many built-ins, bookshelves, hardwood flooring, etc. Superb layout with oversized rooms. Striking * * * WOOD BURNING STONE FIREPLACE * * * as you step down into your family room surrounded with windows. Kitchen is set apart with custom made cabinets. Master Suite has two walk in closets, full bath with Jacuzzi tub & much more. * * 44 x 11 COVERED BACK PORCH * * Circle driveway. Very Clean & Orderly. I would not wait at this price!
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
10.53 acresLot Size
$229Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brian S. Curry• RE/MAX 440 - Quakertown
•215-538-4400 (broker)
Bought with Judy Kuhns• Century 21 Longacre Realty
* * * INSANE PRICE * * * * * * UNDER 400K * * * * * * ESTATE WITH OVER 10 ACRES * * * You will fall in love with this magnificent TRULY ONE-OF-A-KIND custom built home high on a hill * * * OVERLOOKING ACRES OF PICTURESQUE ROLLING COUNTRYSIDE * * * with tranqulity & serenity abounding. This home is just perfect for anyone!! Great for horses! Build your barn. .. Cost savings & Energy efficent Geothermal Heating! Space is top order here as you are surrounded by woods with plenty of usable land. This park-like setting is captured out of every window! Inside is no different. .. many built-ins, bookshelves, hardwood flooring, etc. Superb layout with oversized rooms. Striking * * * WOOD BURNING STONE FIREPLACE * * * as you step down into your family room surrounded with windows. Kitchen is set apart with custom made cabinets. Master Suite has two walk in closets, full bath with Jacuzzi tub & much more. * * 44 x 11 COVERED BACK PORCH * * Circle driveway. Very Clean & Orderly. I would not wait at this price!
TREND #6139078
Apr 18, 2013
Sold
$389,000
$126/sq ft
Feb 15, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 10, 2012
Listed
$399,900
$129/sq ft
+20
BRIGHT MLS #1004171854
Apr 18, 2013
Sold
$389,000
$126/sq ft
Jan 24, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Nov 10, 2012
Listed
$399,900
$129/sq ft
GLVRMLS #418782
Sep 17, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2011
Listed
*
BRIGHT MLS #1009369134
Sep 17, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2011
Listed
$419,900
$136/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009264136
Sep 12, 2011
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2011
Listed
$425,000
$137/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 2002
Sold
$237,500
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,904
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2025
$12,904 (+1.3%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2024
$12,740 (+3.6%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2023
$12,304 (+2.4%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2022
$12,016 (+0.8%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2021
$11,921 (+2.0%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2020
$11,688 (+4.0%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2019
$11,241 (+1.4%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2018
$11,090 (+2.2%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2017
$10,853
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2015
$10,853
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2014
$10,854 (+23.2%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2013
$8,808 (−17.9%)
$3,700 + $222,300
$226,000
2012
$10,723 (+1.4%)
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
2011
$10,570 (+0.8%)
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
2010
$10,485
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
Tax history for 178 Forgedale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,904
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2025
$12,904 (+1.3%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2024
$12,740 (+3.6%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2023
$12,304 (+2.4%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2022
$12,016 (+0.8%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2021
$11,921 (+2.0%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2020
$11,688 (+4.0%)
$48,900 + $229,400
$278,300
2019
$11,241 (+1.4%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2018
$11,090 (+2.2%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2017
$10,853
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2015
$10,853
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2014
$10,854 (+23.2%)
$48,900 + $222,300
$271,200
2013
$8,808 (−17.9%)
$3,700 + $222,300
$226,000
2012
$10,723 (+1.4%)
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
2011
$10,570 (+0.8%)
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
2010
$10,485
$4,500 + $279,000
$283,500
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10.53 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,709
Year built
2000
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
40548004546006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
C
Conservation District
The Conservation District is intended to protect natural, scenic, and historic values in the environment and preserve forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains pursuant to Section 604.(1) of the Municipalities Planning Code. In accordance with the Eastern Berks Joint Comprehensive Plan, only a very low density of development is permitted in this zoning district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $279,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Property Green Features
Remarks: In Clean & Green. Geothermal Heating System.
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular, Level, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: IRR
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $4,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,092
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $226,000
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $8,529
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Geothermal, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
High School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: BULL RD
Directions: Heading North On Rt. 100 from Boyertown, mk L on Barto Rd (Old PA 100), mk R on Forgedale Rd, go several miles - pass Bull Rd to house on Right.
Municipality: DISTRICT TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,709
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10.53 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 40548004546006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Brandywine Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 6.1mi
5/10
Brandywine Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Barto, PA • 19504
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$672,000 – $813,000
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