Fantastic property with two dwellings on 55.56 acres. The first dwelling is the converted barn with original plank flooring in living and dining rooms. new carpet in bedrooms, renovated bath in 2023, second bath with clawfoot tub. There is a storge room to the left of the main living area. The second dwelling is an original stucco and brick farmhouse with new metal roof, living/dining room, family room, 2 baths and two bedrooms. The well has a jet pump and booster tank which was installed in 2013, the well supplies water to both properties. Each dwelling has its own septic system. The farmhouse has a new propane boiler installed 12/2022, exterior was painted in 2023. First floor bathroom was installed 5/2025. Barn approx 1485 sf, farmhouse approx 1650 sf.
Single-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
54.38 acresLot Size
$749Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Irene Maurer• Stout Associates Realtors
•610-921-3141 (broker)
•stoutsold@aol.com (broker)
Bought with Carolyn Ilg• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Two fine homes setting well back from the road, cross the small stream to find (#1) the converted barn is well designed (good floorplan, usable & dramatic spaces, beautiful views) and well done (excellent craftsmanship & materials, inc. custom windows, efficient heating & cooling, newer well & septic). (#2) the early stone & brick farmhouse is in good condition and worthy of restoration. Good outbuildings inc. heated shop. Beautiful, private ground close to Blue Marsh, the new hospital, etc. Possible B & B, guest house, rental income, in-home business, etc.
BRIGHT MLS #PABK292354
May 4, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2006
Listed
$799,500
$546/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,823 (+1.8%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2025
$5,721 (+3.6%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2024
$5,522 (+2.7%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2023
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2022
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2021
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2020
$5,378 (+2.6%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2019
$5,243
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2018
$5,243 (+0.7%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2017
$5,204 (+2.0%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2015
$5,102 (+0.9%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2014
$5,059 (+1.4%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2013
$4,988 (+2.7%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2012
$4,855 (+1.7%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2011
$4,774 (+20.9%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2010
$3,949
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
Tax history for 679 Grange Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,823 (+1.8%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2025
$5,721 (+3.6%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2024
$5,522 (+2.7%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2023
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2022
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2021
$5,378
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2020
$5,378 (+2.6%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2019
$5,243
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2018
$5,243 (+0.7%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2017
$5,204 (+2.0%)
$48,800 + $86,800
$135,600
2015
$5,102 (+0.9%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2014
$5,059 (+1.4%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2013
$4,988 (+2.7%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2012
$4,855 (+1.7%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2011
$4,774 (+20.9%)
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
2010
$3,949
$48,900 + $86,800
$135,700
*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
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
54.38 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,984
Year built
1865
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
27448003318894
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
It is the purpose of this district to permit limited residential development at low density in an area predominantly characterized by farmland and woodland. Density of development will vary with the availability of public or community sewage disposal and water facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Unfinished, Daylight, Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $86,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Metal Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Slate
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: 2nd House, 2nd Garage, Barn/Farm Building, Storage Barn/Shed
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $48,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,465
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $727
County Tax: $1,222
School Tax: $3,772
Tax Assessed Value: $135,600
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $5,721
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Propane
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Seifert
Directions: Rt 183 N, turn right onto Plum Creek Rd, turn right onto Grange Rd, continue to just after Seifert Rd, property on the left.
Municipality: BERN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,984
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 54.38 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 27448003318894
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schuylkill Valley El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 3.7mi
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Schuylkill Valley Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
6/10
Schuylkill Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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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 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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$1.04M – $1.26M
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