Enjoy quiet country living in this unique custom designed and built home which has been well improved and maintained. The home is sited back from the road allowing space and safety for pets, kidz, and recreation. You are welcomed to the property by a rocking chair covered porch which leads into the vaulted ceiling foyer with the inviting sun filled living room on the left. Also accessed from the foyer is the master bedroom suite with 2 walk-in closets, and built-in cedar-lined window seat. Adjoining is the master/hall bath, with a stall shower and large soaking tub. The 35 handle oak cabinets provide ample storage in the country kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beam, and skylight. The refrigerator and gas stove were replaced in 2012. Open to the kitchen is a cozy room with a stone floor- to- ceiling wood burning fireplace for informal dining or the perfect place to relax while chatting with the cook. Adjacent to this is the formal dining room with a lovely brass chandelier, interesting architectural details such as arched open cutouts in two walls and exposed beam ceiling. From the attached 2 car garage you enter into the mudroom/ laundry with built-in cabinets and sink. This level of the house could be one-floor living. Entertain family and friends on the expansive covered deck (22.3 x 13.3) with new maintenance free vinyl railing and flooring. Treat yourself to spectacular seasonal views, spotting the bald eagle soaring or watching colorful hot air balloons float by. Life is good! On to the lower level, you will find 3 bedrooms with good sized closets, a full bath with new tile (2013), an open office space with storage closet, a large family room with French doors opening to a fantastic brick patio (21 x 26) providing even more outside entertaining space. This level offers versatile use as ideal in-law quarters (by adding a kitchen), multi-generational, or private space for your guests. Superior Walls further attests to the excellent construction. With attention to energy conservation, the home was built with passive solar heat, as well as the present owner's installation of efficient and cost-effective Geo-Thermal Heating System. Turn the key and enjoy your neutrally decorated, pristine home, where all the carpets and tile have been replaced ?all the dirty work has been done!!! See Documents for List of Improvements
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
2.08 acresLot Size
$184Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeanie Pecknoe• BHHS Fox & Roach-Exton
•484-875-2600 (broker)
Listed by Joan Franklin• BHHS Fox & Roach-Exton
•484-875-2600 (broker)
Bought with Caleb Knecht• Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
Enjoy picturesque seasonal views from the expansive deck and patio of this unique, custom designed, custom built, south-facing, passive solar home. LR. , DR, 35 Oak handle Kit. w/ breakfast bar, FR w/ stone f/p, 1st Flr. Main BR w/ 2 WI Closets, window seat w/ cedar lined storage, full bath w/ soaking tub, laundry room on the main level and 3 BR, office, 2nd Family room and full bath on the lower level with walk-out to 21'x26' brick patio. FR, DR, Entry foyer and kitchen enjoy vaulted ceilings + 2 skylights. Attached 2C garage, 2 sheds, parking for 10+ cars, a 16'x21' covered deck and a front porch. Views of the mature landscaping complete this special property. Superior Walls further attest to the super construction and maintenance of this property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,045
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2025
$6,045 (+2.3%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2024
$5,908
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2023
$5,914 (+2.5%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2022
$5,772 (+3.1%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2021
$5,599 (−1.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2020
$5,697 (+0.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2019
$5,658 (+0.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2018
$5,621 (+2.9%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2017
$5,463 (+6.4%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2015
$5,133 (+2.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2014
$4,999 (+3.9%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2013
$4,809 (+4.1%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2012
$4,619 (+1.0%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2011
$4,574 (+1.0%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2010
$4,530
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
Tax history for 491 Furnace Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,045
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2025
$6,045 (+2.3%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2024
$5,908
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2023
$5,914 (+2.5%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2022
$5,772 (+3.1%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2021
$5,599 (−1.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2020
$5,697 (+0.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2019
$5,658 (+0.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2018
$5,621 (+2.9%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2017
$5,463 (+6.4%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2015
$5,133 (+2.7%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2014
$4,999 (+3.9%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2013
$4,809 (+4.1%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2012
$4,619 (+1.0%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2011
$4,574 (+1.0%)
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
2010
$4,530
$49,900 + $98,200
$148,100
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.02 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,816
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
73532200639593
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-1
Rural Residential District
The R-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with existing agricultural, woodlands, stream valleys, steep slopes, and residential uses, as well as other natural and scenic features associated with the rural areas of Robeson Township. The purpose of the R-1 Zoning District is to preserve and maintain large contiguous tracts of land for woodland, ecological, environmental and conservation uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be limited as originally prescribed as part of the Robeson Township Comprehensive Plan of 1991 and further recommended as part of the Southern Berks Regional Comprehensive Plan of 2004. Conservation and best management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources.