One story living in Longswamp Township surrounded by gorgeous views. Watch the sunrise from the front and the sunset from the back! This ranch home features hardwood floors throughout and a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The quaint kitchen is adjacent to the dining room which could also be used as a home office. The home also features three generously-sized bedrooms and one full bath. There is attic space for storage and a full basement with a lot of possibilities. Check out the detached oversized two car garage and the shed in the backyard for additional storage. Put your decorating talent to work and make this home yours!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,448
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2025
$4,448 (−0.7%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2024
$4,477 (+2.1%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2023
$4,386 (+2.3%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2022
$4,288 (+3.0%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2021
$4,162 (+0.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2020
$4,130 (+1.5%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2019
$4,070 (+1.1%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2018
$4,027 (+1.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2017
$3,956 (+0.6%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2015
$3,932
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2014
$3,933 (+2.5%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2013
$3,836 (+4.1%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2012
$3,685 (+1.4%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2011
$3,635 (+0.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2010
$3,607
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
Tax history for 1042 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,448
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2025
$4,448 (−0.7%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2024
$4,477 (+2.1%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2023
$4,386 (+2.3%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2022
$4,288 (+3.0%)
$43,200 + $51,500
$94,700
2021
$4,162 (+0.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2020
$4,130 (+1.5%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2019
$4,070 (+1.1%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2018
$4,027 (+1.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2017
$3,956 (+0.6%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2015
$3,932
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2014
$3,933 (+2.5%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2013
$3,836 (+4.1%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2012
$3,685 (+1.4%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2011
$3,635 (+0.8%)
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
2010
$3,607
$43,200 + $49,400
$92,600
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,328
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
59547302877965
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
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Rural District
It is the purpose of this District to provide for the orderly expansion of residential, and related nonresidential, development in areas which can feasibly be supplied with public facilities; to provide development options to allow the continued existence of existing agricultural operations; to provide standards which will encourage the installation of public facilities and the preservation of permanent open space; to exclude activities of an intensive commercial or industrial nature and any activities not compatible with residential and development and existing agricultural operations; and to otherwise create conditions conducive to carrying out the purposes of this Ordinance. 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.
Zone overlays
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 Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: No Stairs
Improvement Assessed Value: $49,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $43,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,328
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $297
County Tax: $709
School Tax: $3,156
Tax Assessed Value: $92,600
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $4,162
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Other
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Other
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Rt 222. Turn South on Farmington Rd. Farmington becomes Valley Road. House is on the right.
Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,328
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59547302877965
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brandywine Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
Brandywine Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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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 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Mertztown, PA • 19539
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$304,000 – $368,000
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