The unique property in a country setting includes 2 houses. Live in one and use the other as in-law quarters or a guest house. The main house is a (approx. 1275 sq. ft. ) white ranch style with an open floor plan, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with whirlpool tub, deck, and secluded yard with above ground pool and cabana. The basement of the home is a large workshop/garage area that could fit 4 - 6 cars. The second home is a (approx. 1300 sq ft. ) cedar 2 story with a kitchen, dining room, living room and a spiral stairway to the 2 bedrooms on the second floor; one of the bedrooms has sliders out to its own deck. There is a first floor bath with whirlpool tub and laundry area, and lovely patio/deck area off the kitchen for relaxing and entertaining outdoors. This property's setting is great for entertaining. Each home has its own septic system, well and utilities.
Invest in two unique 2 bedroom homes in the country yet close to everything. The white ranch style home with an open floor plan (approx. 1275 sq ft) has an open kitchen/dining room/living room area and 2 bedrooms and an over-sized basement garage with a workshop area and enough space for 4 - 6 cars. It also has a deck and private backyard with an above ground pool and cabana - great for outdoor entertaining. The other home is a contemporary cedar home(approx 1300 sq ft)with a kitchen, dining room, living room and bath/laundry room on the first floor and 2 bedrooms on the second floor, one of the bedrooms has sliding doors leading to its own deck. This home also has a patio and deck area off the kitchen leading to a private yard area. Both homes have separate utilities, septic systems and wells. All situated in a peaceful, country setting in Bern Township just a few minutes to the Road to Nowhere(222). All necessary municipal approvals and rental permits are responsibility of purchaser.
TREND #6424958
Jul 31, 2015
Sold
$179,900
$138/sq ft
Jul 14, 2015
Pending
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May 22, 2015
Price Changed
$179,900
$138/sq ft
Mar 27, 2015
Price Changed
$189,900
$146/sq ft
Jan 19, 2015
Relisted
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Jan 14, 2015
Delisted
—
Oct 11, 2014
Price Changed
$199,900
$154/sq ft
Jul 14, 2014
Listed
$224,900
$173/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003009452
Jul 31, 2015
Sold
$179,900
$138/sq ft
Jun 23, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jul 14, 2014
Listed
$179,900
$138/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002546784
Jun 23, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$179,900
$138/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007370504
Jan 13, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 4, 2014
Listed
$199,900
$154/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007370534
Jan 13, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 4, 2014
Listed
$199,900
$154/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,569 (+1.8%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2025
$3,506 (+3.6%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2024
$3,384 (+2.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2023
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2022
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2021
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2020
$3,296 (+2.6%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2019
$3,213
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2018
$3,213 (+0.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2017
$3,189 (+2.1%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2015
$3,124 (+0.8%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2014
$3,098 (+1.4%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2013
$3,055 (+2.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2012
$2,973 (+1.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2011
$2,924 (+2.0%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2010
$2,865
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
Tax history for 1196 Upper Van Reed Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,569 (+1.8%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2025
$3,506 (+3.6%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2024
$3,384 (+2.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2023
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2022
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2021
$3,296
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2020
$3,296 (+2.6%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2019
$3,213
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2018
$3,213 (+0.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2017
$3,189 (+2.1%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2015
$3,124 (+0.8%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2014
$3,098 (+1.4%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2013
$3,055 (+2.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2012
$2,973 (+1.7%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2011
$2,924 (+2.0%)
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
2010
$2,865
$38,600 + $44,500
$83,100
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
778
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
27438804746528
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 Attached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
Improvement Assessed Value: $44,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Above Ground
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $38,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $83,100
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $3,124
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
200+ Amp Service
Oil
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY
Location Information
Cross Street: HILL TOP
Directions: Rt 183N to left on Upper Van Reed Road.
Municipality: BERN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 778
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 27438804746528
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Schuylkill Valley El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
Schuylkill Valley Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
6/10
Schuylkill Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Leesport, PA • 19533
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$356,000 – $431,000
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