The character of the 18th Century with the modern Conveniences of the 21st! This unique Circa 1790 Stone home overlooks a pond, stream and 3.23 beautifully partially wooded acres. The historic character includes the gorgeous stone work, random width and wide plank hardwood floors, deep window sills and spacious rooms. The modern convenience includes over $140,000 in upgrades over the past 3 years including new Central Air, new Oil HW heat, new insulated windows, fresh paint and refinished flooring. On the first level, you'll find a large living room, dining area, updated kitchen and a family room with built-ins. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms including a master suite and 2 full baths. The lower level is a walk-out and ready to finish into additional space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
3.23 acresLot Size
$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Loren Keim• Century 21 Keim Realtors
•610-395-0393 (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
The character of the 18th Century with the modern Conveniences of the 21st! Located close to Bear Creek Resort and historic Macungie, this unique Circa 1790 Stone home overlooks a pond, stream and 3.23 beautifully partially wooded acres. The historic character includes the gorgeous stone work, random width and wide plank hardwood floors, deep window sills and spacious rooms. The modern convenience includes over $140,000 in upgrades over the past 3 years including new Central Air, new Oil HW heat, new insulated windows, fresh paint and refinished flooring. On the first level you'll find a large living room, dining area, updated kitchen and a family room with built-ins. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms including a master suite and 2 full baths. The lower level is a walk-out. The great daylight space is usable or can be further finished into a recreation room.
BRIGHT MLS #1000428730
Jul 15, 2019
Sold
$334,900
$184/sq ft
Apr 24, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 8, 2019
Price Changed
$329,900
$181/sq ft
Nov 20, 2018
Price Changed
$339,000
$186/sq ft
Sep 12, 2018
Price Changed
$349,900
$192/sq ft
May 26, 2018
Price Changed
$359,900
$198/sq ft
May 9, 2018
Relisted
—
May 4, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2018
Listed
$369,900
$203/sq ft
GLVRMLS #489533
Apr 29, 2015
Sold
$215,000
$118/sq ft
Feb 24, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 14, 2015
Listed
$219,900
$121/sq ft
TREND #6521410
Apr 29, 2015
Sold
$215,000
$118/sq ft
Feb 24, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 14, 2015
Listed
$219,900
$121/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002536648
Apr 29, 2015
Sold
$215,000
$118/sq ft
Feb 24, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Feb 14, 2015
Listed
$219,900
$121/sq ft
+11
Public Records
Nov 13, 1995
Sold
$185,000
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,603
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2025
$5,603 (−0.7%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2024
$5,640 (+2.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2023
$5,525 (+2.3%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2022
$5,402 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2021
$5,362 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2020
$5,321 (+1.5%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2019
$5,243 (+1.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2018
$5,189 (+1.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2017
$5,096 (+0.6%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2015
$5,066
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2014
$5,067 (+2.5%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2013
$4,942 (+4.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2012
$4,748 (+1.4%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2011
$4,683 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2010
$4,647
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
Tax history for 37 Wetzel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,603
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2025
$5,603 (−0.7%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2024
$5,640 (+2.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2023
$5,525 (+2.3%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2022
$5,402 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2021
$5,362 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2020
$5,321 (+1.5%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2019
$5,243 (+1.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2018
$5,189 (+1.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2017
$5,096 (+0.6%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2015
$5,066
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2014
$5,067 (+2.5%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2013
$4,942 (+4.1%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2012
$4,748 (+1.4%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2011
$4,683 (+0.8%)
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
2010
$4,647
$55,000 + $64,300
$119,300
*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
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.23 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,560
Year built
1790
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
59549202876578
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
CONS
Conservation District
It is the purpose of this District implement the provisions of Section 604. 1 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, which encourages the protection of the natural, scenic and historic values in the environment of the Township and the preservation the forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains from fragmentation or the encroachment of development, which would degrade the unique rural character, the quality of natural wildlife habitats, or the unique scenic beauty of Longswamp Township. Because of this, intensive residential development will not be permitted. Limited nonresidential uses, with their accessory uses, that are compatible with the physical characteristics of the land within the District will also be permitted. Development activities in this District will be encouraged to utilize the Conservation Subdivision Growing Greener design options to further implement the protection and preservation goals of the District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Warehouse
Infrastructure
Public service
Fire house
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Interior Features: Master Bath(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 900
Improvement Assessed Value: $64,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2015
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 3.23 ACRES
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $55,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,820
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 900
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $119,300
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $5,243
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Other
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil, S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: SAINT PETERS R
Location Type: Pond
Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
Waterfrontage Information
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Pond
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,560
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1790
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59549202876578
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brandywine Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 5.8mi
5/10
Brandywine Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
6/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 98° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% 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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Historical weather
Macungie, PA • 18062
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$498,000 – $603,000
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