A Stunningly Updated Private Retreat on 17.65 Acres! Welcome to this meticulously kept, beautifully renovated 1900s-era home, nestled on over 17 acres of private, wooded land. Every room will wow you! From the new roof to the new siding, all-new 200-amp electrical service, high-efficiency mini-splits, and new windows and doors, this home has been completely revitalized while preserving its timeless character. Step inside to find a gorgeous new kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, sleek granite countertops, a modern tile backsplash, and new appliances — a chef’s dream. The home offers five spacious bedrooms and three updated bathrooms, including a charming clawfoot tub that adds a nostalgic touch. The original lodge space, dating back to 1896, serves as a cozy den or fifth bedroom and features both wood and propane stoves for added warmth and character. Additional highlights include beadboard walls and ceilings, slate-flagstone entry flooring, and two inviting screened porches — perfect spots to relax and watch wildlife stroll by. The property also boasts a fruit orchard, picturesque boulder field, and a serene creek. Outdoors, you’ll find a two-car garage with a spacious storage room above, a greenhouse, a garden shed, and a backup generator for peace of mind. Currently enrolled in the Clean & Green program for tax savings - only $5,800 a year! This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated historic home on an expansive, private parcel that blends rustic charm with modern comfort.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
17.65 acresLot Size
$327Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jill Saunders• Saunders Real Estate
•570-516-1177 (broker)
•jillsells91@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Nancy Casey• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Here you will find a Diamond. As you drive up a secluded driveway you will find a 1 and ~ Story Cape that sits on 17.65 acres +/-. The home was built at the turn of the 20th Century. It has freshly painted German clapboard siding. Outside you will find 3 porches two of which are screened in, along with an oversized garage for storage. After walking through the foyer you will find an eat in kitchen. Also a large living room, Dining room and large family room all with their own fireplace. You will also have the potential for 4 bedrooms, 2 of which would be first floor bedrooms with baths. The second floor consists of a loft 2 large bedrooms and full bath. If you are looking for a vintage turn of the Century home that you do not have to restore, Here it is. There is also a generator for those power emergencies that will stay with the home. The home has a New Roof along with a New Roof on the garage. There is also the potential to have the timber harvested on the property. This home is located very near the Route 176 and 422 for easy access to Philadelphia or Harrisburg. You will also find very close access to the Thun trail.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,019 (+2.5%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2025
$5,872 (−0.2%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2024
$5,885 (+2.9%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2023
$5,720 (+2.6%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2022
$5,577 (+2.0%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2021
$5,466
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2020
$5,466 (+1.2%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2019
$5,400 (+1.8%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2018
$5,302 (+2.0%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2017
$5,199 (+2.7%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2015
$5,062 (+4.2%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2014
$4,858 (+2.2%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2013
$4,755 (+4.9%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2012
$4,533 (+1.4%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2011
$4,469 (+1.7%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2010
$4,392
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
Tax history for 265 Ridgeway Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,019 (+2.5%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2025
$5,872 (−0.2%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2024
$5,885 (+2.9%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2023
$5,720 (+2.6%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2022
$5,577 (+2.0%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2021
$5,466
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2020
$5,466 (+1.2%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2019
$5,400 (+1.8%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2018
$5,302 (+2.0%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2017
$5,199 (+2.7%)
$46,700 + $81,200
$127,900
2015
$5,062 (+4.2%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2014
$4,858 (+2.2%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2013
$4,755 (+4.9%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2012
$4,533 (+1.4%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2011
$4,469 (+1.7%)
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
2010
$4,392
$46,800 + $81,200
$128,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,362
Year built
1900
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
39531504545087
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized