Rare opportunity to acquire approximately 3.9 acres in Macungie with substantial road frontage and a versatile existing barn/farm building. Offered at $229,900, 44 Wetzel Road presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking acreage, privacy, outbuildings and the potential to create a residential property in a desirable Lehigh Valley location. The property offers approximately 800 feet of paved Wetzel Road frontage and is located in a Residential-Conservation zoning district. An existing barn/farm building provides valuable space for storage, workshop use, equipment, hobbies or other permitted uses. Prior percolation testing was successfully completed, providing additional insight into the property's residential potential. The property is not currently subject to Act 319 restrictions, and there are no known floodplain or wetland concerns. Buyer to independently verify all zoning, subdivision, building, septic, well and permitted-use requirements with the appropriate municipal authorities. A particularly compelling opportunity exists next door: 45 Wetzel Road is now also available for purchase. The adjoining 45 Wetzel Road property features a remarkable historic 1793 stone residence on approximately 6.7 acres, along with a 2021 detached garage/workshop with electric, water, three-zone mini-split HVAC, compressed air and central dust collection. The two properties may be purchased separately or potentially acquired together, creating an approximately 10.6-acre combined property assemblage with significant estate, residential, recreational and auxiliary-use potential. Whether purchased independently as an acreage opportunity or combined with 45 Wetzel Road, 44 Wetzel offers a rare chance to acquire a substantial piece of property in the Macungie area with existing improvements, extensive road frontage and meaningful future possibilities. Buyer is responsible for conducting all due diligence regarding zoning, permitted uses, subdivision potential, septic, well, utilities, building requirements and any intended future development. Owner is a licensed PA real estate agent; the owner is the Listing Agent. DO NOT walk the property without approval and accompanied by either the listing agent or another real estate professional.
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
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
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 98° expected this year, 11 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
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 44 Wetzel Rd
$217,595
$12K under list price of $230K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $139K to $425K.