Here is where you find your new home! Perched perfectly for a spectacular view of the countryside and beautiful stream across the road! Not to mention the lovely sunsets ! Picture yourself on 1 1/2 acres of nicely mixed trees and open space. The driveway entry leads you up to a spacious, open back yard, perfect for this summers entertaining! Oak kitchen with island workspace or snackbar, open to dining area and living room. 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus lower level family room. 2 car garage. This property is within minutes of many major routes!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rob Myers• American Foursquare Realty LLC
A rare find is this almost new home with panoramic veiw. 9 years young 3 BR, 1.5 bath home with oak cabinets, eat-in kitchen, large bathroom, Large living and dining rooms. The lower level has a new powder room and a large 27' x 15' unfinished room just waiting to make this a great recreation room. Large 2 car garage, insulated windows, The home sits on a 1 1/2 acre lot with a private setting that has a spectacular view of a stream and surrounding countryside. Washer, Dryer, Water softner and Refrigerator and 2 window A/C units included. This home qualifies for USDA Financing which means 0 down payment. Call broker for details
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,554 (+3.1%)
2025
$5,388 (+3.5%)
2024
$5,205 (+3.8%)
2023
$5,014 (+4.6%)
2022
$4,792 (+3.2%)
2021
$4,642 (+5.2%)
2020
$4,413 (+3.0%)
2019
$4,286 (+6.0%)
2018
$4,042 (+2.5%)
2017
$3,943 (+6.0%)
2015
$3,719 (+3.2%)
2014
$3,604
2013
$3,604 (+5.6%)
2011
$3,413 (+4.6%)
2010
$3,263 (−9.9%)
2009
$3,620
Tax history for 257 Papermill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,554 (+3.1%)
2025
$5,388 (+3.5%)
2024
$5,205 (+3.8%)
2023
$5,014 (+4.6%)
2022
$4,792 (+3.2%)
2021
$4,642 (+5.2%)
2020
$4,413 (+3.0%)
2019
$4,286 (+6.0%)
2018
$4,042 (+2.5%)
2017
$3,943 (+6.0%)
2015
$3,719 (+3.2%)
2014
$3,604
2013
$3,604 (+5.6%)
2011
$3,413 (+4.6%)
2010
$3,263 (−9.9%)
2009
$3,620
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
131 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,225
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Montgomery County
APN
320005080018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
It is the intent of the R-1 Residential District to establish reasonable standards that control and promote the continuation of agricultural uses and limited single-family detached dwelling unit development in Douglass Township. The district will direct low-density residential uses into areas of Douglass Township that are not now served and are not intended to be served by future extension of public sewer and water facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Parking
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Rural, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 131.00 x IRR
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,225
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $303
County Tax: $456
School Tax: $3,527
Tax Assessed Value: $131,800
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $4,286
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Septic Exists
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School: BOYERTOWN AREA SENIOR
School District Name: BOYERTOWN AREA
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Municipality: DOUGLASS TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,225
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 320005080018
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Boyertown Area Junior High School-East
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
9/10
Boyertown Area Senior High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
22% 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
$413,000 – $500,000
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