Tucked away on the sunny side of Blue Mountain is this 16+ acre paradise with hundreds of thousands of dollars in upgrades. Low taxes! Rustic yet elegant, the log cabin features an open floor plan, with 2 bedrooms and full bath on main floor, plus stairs leading to a loft. Basement is finished with a guest bed area and walk-out utility room and new bathroom installation. A climate controlled guest shed is right next to the house. In addition to the three-car garage up top, a massive pole barn was also added to store all the toys you can have for this property. Magazine style landscaping with new hardscaped patio in rear. Accessed by a private newly paved driveway which leads from the beginning of the property up to the garage and house. The grounds: absolutely unique and a paradise for hunting, ATV/dirt bikes, and more! Lots of adventurous ATV trails surrounding the house and all over the property, which wind thru woods and clearings. Click on the video icon for an aerial/drone, and virtual tour. Note: do not drive up the private driveway without an appointment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
16.98 acresLot Size
$478Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Crystal• Sands & Company Real Estate
•610-376-9999 (broker)
•sands@parealestate.com (broker)
Listed by Bill Sands• Sands & Company Real Estate
•610-376-9999 (broker)
•sands@parealestate.com (broker)
Bought with Matthew J Vernon• Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Lots of privacy with this gorgeous log home situated on 16.98 acres in Bethel Township. Beautiful views from this three bedroom, one bath home with detached over-sized two-car garage with electric. Features include stone wood fireplace in the living room with soaring cathedral ceilings, kitchen w/ island, dining area with french doors to rear deck, full bath with tub/shower, two 1st floor bedrooms, one 2nd floor loft bedroom, lower level finished family room with wood stove/tempering tank, finished workshop, and laundry room with outside entrance to rear yard. Central air conditioning and central vacuum add to the amenities. At the south end of the property, there are two concrete raceways to raise trout. If you wish to live in a tranquil setting, this home is just right for you!
BRIGHT MLS #1004788491
Aug 25, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2006
Listed
$999,900
$598/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,165
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2025
$4,165 (+1.7%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2024
$4,095 (+1.7%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2023
$4,029 (+9.5%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2022
$3,680 (−2.1%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2021
$3,757 (−0.3%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2020
$3,768 (−0.7%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2019
$3,793 (−1.3%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2018
$3,845 (+0.5%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2017
$3,825 (−0.1%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2015
$3,829
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2014
$3,830
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2013
$3,830 (+1.9%)
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2012
$3,759
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2011
$3,759 (+10.5%)
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2010
$3,401
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
Tax history for 561 Airport Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,165
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2025
$4,165 (+1.7%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2024
$4,095 (+1.7%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2023
$4,029 (+9.5%)
$31,300 + $82,000
$113,300
2022
$3,680 (−2.1%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2021
$3,757 (−0.3%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2020
$3,768 (−0.7%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2019
$3,793 (−1.3%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2018
$3,845 (+0.5%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2017
$3,825 (−0.1%)
$31,300 + $71,900
$103,200
2015
$3,829
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2014
$3,830
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2013
$3,830 (+1.9%)
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2012
$3,759
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2011
$3,759 (+10.5%)
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
2010
$3,401
$31,400 + $71,900
$103,300
*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
16.98 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,210
Year built
1990
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
30440200882141
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
EP
Environmental Protection District
The intent of the Environmental Protection District to encourage the preservation of the contiguous steep sloped, wooded, mountainous areas of the Township, which are primarily located along the Blue Mountain, and the Little Mountain area. These areas are characterized as having slopes in excess of 15 percent, are mostly wooded, and are primarily in the Edgemont-Dekalb and Laidig Soil Associations. According to the Soil Survey of Berks County, land within these Associations have moderate to mostly severe limitations for community development, primarily due to slope. These areas are also generally above an elevation of 600 feet. Since these areas form the headwaters of streams, and provide significant contiguous woodland and wildlife habitat, it is the intent of this district to limit development and alteration of the natural features of these ecologically important areas. By preserving these features, wildlife populations within the Township can be maintained, stream quality can be protected, the adverse effects of increased storm runoff, erosion and sedimentation minimized, and the recreation potential of the area maintained.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 8
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 12
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 8
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Asphalt Driveway
Detached Garage, Driveway, Parking Lot
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Stone, Flue for Stove, Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 512
Improvement Assessed Value: $71,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Log
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Composite
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $31,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,209
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 50
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 462
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $206
County Tax: $790
School Tax: $2,683
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $103,200
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,768
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Baseboard - Electric, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Propane, Electric Available
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School: TULPEHOCKEN JR - SR.
School District Name: TULPEHOCKEN AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From 78 Going West Exit 501, Right after Exit on 501 to Right on Airport Road, Home on Left, or use GPS
Location Type: Mountain
Municipality: BETHEL TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,210
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 16.98 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 30440200882141
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Bethel El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
Tulpehocken Junior-Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
7/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bethel, PA • 19507
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$760,000 – $919,000
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