BEAUTIFUL single-family home in the Valley Forge Mountain subdivision! Your future home offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms, and sits on a secluded landscaped lot! The home features Brand New Flooring, Windows, and Recessed Lighting throughout. The main level has a Living Room with cozy stone fireplace, Dining Room, and large Kitchen with double ovens, center island with cooktop and additional seating x4, and deck walkout—perfect to combine your indoor/outdoor living experience! Retreat to the 3 Bedrooms, including the Primary, on the top floor, with hardwood flooring and a brand new full walk-in bathroom! The lower level features exposed brick and a full wet bar, Laundry Room, and workshop for your hobbies! Convenient to Valley Forge National Historical Park, Freedom Foundation and Trails, King of Prussia Mall and Town Center, Downtown Main St. in Phoenixville, and numerous restaurants! All new Bathrooms, Windows, Recessed Lighting, Water Heater, AC, Heater, Paved Driveway, Patio Decks, Fire Pit, Cellular Shades, Septic System, and Fence Line! Expansive driveway can hold up to 8 cars! Evening entertaining is easy with the exterior lighting! Gather with friends and loved ones around the built-in fire pit! Great home! Great Location! Call now to schedule your personal showing!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Howard Smith• Houwzer, LLC
•267-765-2080 (broker)
•mike@houwzer.com (broker)
Bought with Ted Clair• BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Unique opportunity in Schuylkill Township, located at the gateway to Valley forge where you can live and commute right downstairs to work. Perfect location for your home based business! This 19th Century 2 story colonial farmhouse is zoned R-1 which allows for a home Occupation (CLASS B-370-141) and has exceptional visibly along Route Valley Forge Road (Route 23) and Valley Park Road. The Lower level of this property has been used by the current owner as an accountants office. Separate entrance for office and plenty of off-street parking. Open office layout includes office space, wet bar area, metal stairs to upper level and full bath with stall shower. First floor office space has the potential to be converted into an additional first floor bedroom, in-law suite or large family room. This level also includes a separate workshop area and large Landry room with a set of back stairs. Back stairs lead up to the large bright, open eat-in kitchen with Corian counter tops, and island/ breakfast bar. Farmhouse barn door opens onto the partially covered oversized deck with views of the meticulously landscaped yard which is approx. .75 acres. From the kitchen walk into this farmhouse's formal living room with stone wood burning fireplace and stairs leading to the third floor. Hardwood flooring throughout 3 bedrooms and large full hall bath. Third bedroom is on the smaller side which make it perfect for upstairs office, nursery or yoga room. New Central Air 2019.The property has a charming concrete walk way leading to the front door thorough beautiful landscaped flower beds. Re pointed front and back stone walls, driveway with entrances on both Valley Forge Road and Valley Park Rd. Just minutes away from major routes, shopping, restaurants, outlets, trails and Valley Forge park. Please view aerial photos of the property or do a drive by before making a showing request.
BRIGHT MLS #PACT102068
Sep 26, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 13, 2019
Price Changed
$269,000
$149/sq ft
Jul 9, 2019
Price Changed
$279,000
$155/sq ft
May 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2019
Price Changed
$289,000
$161/sq ft
Nov 9, 2018
Listed
$295,000
$164/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000295533
Oct 3, 2018
Price Changed
$279,900
$156/sq ft
Jun 5, 2017
Listed
$284,500
$158/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001586236
Aug 5, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jul 16, 2018
Contingent
—
Jul 10, 2018
Price Changed
$282,000
$157/sq ft
May 25, 2018
Listed
$289,900
$161/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007492608
Jan 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jun 18, 2016
Listed
$297,500
$165/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009309198
Nov 17, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 29, 2011
Listed
$299,000
$166/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009117672
Aug 24, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2010
Listed
$349,900
$194/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT347250
Oct 18, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2005
Listed
$299,000
$166/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,689 (+4.4%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2025
$5,448 (+3.5%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2024
$5,263 (+1.0%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2023
$5,212 (+0.8%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2022
$5,171 (+1.3%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2021
$5,106 (+2.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2020
$5,002 (+2.6%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2019
$4,875 (+2.6%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2018
$4,753 (+1.2%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2017
$4,698 (+1.3%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2015
$4,636 (+0.7%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2014
$4,604 (+1.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2013
$4,553 (+1.9%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2012
$4,467 (+2.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2011
$4,374 (+2.0%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2010
$4,287
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
Tax history for 1638 Valley Forge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,689 (+4.4%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2025
$5,448 (+3.5%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2024
$5,263 (+1.0%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2023
$5,212 (+0.8%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2022
$5,171 (+1.3%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2021
$5,106 (+2.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2020
$5,002 (+2.6%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2019
$4,875 (+2.6%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2018
$4,753 (+1.2%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2017
$4,698 (+1.3%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2015
$4,636 (+0.7%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2014
$4,604 (+1.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2013
$4,553 (+1.9%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2012
$4,467 (+2.1%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2011
$4,374 (+2.0%)
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
2010
$4,287
$50,810 + $78,880
$129,690
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,304
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
2706M00010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-1
Low-Density Residential District
In addition to the general purposes of 370-2 and the community development objectives of 370-5 of this chapter, it is the purpose of this district to allow low-density residential development. This district constitutes an area of transition between the FR District, which is a rural area, and the R-2 District, which generally adjoins nonresidential areas and higher-density, suburban-type developments. The R-1 District is intended to encourage the preservation of conservation land and rural characteristics, pursuant to the environmental limitations listed in the Comprehensive Plan and in the Open Space, Recreation and Environmental Resources Plan. This district is also intended to permit single-family detached dwellings in conservation subdivisions, in accordance with Article XXIX, Conservation Overlay District.
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Hookup, Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $78,880
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Brick, Deck(s), Patio(s), Roof
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape, Flood Lights, Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights, Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Secluded, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $50,810
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,800
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $389
County Tax: $590
School Tax: $4,233
Tax Assessed Value: $129,690
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $5,212
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: PHOENIXVILLE AREA
School District Name: PHOENIXVILLE AREA
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: Turn left onto U. S. Rte 202 Alt Truck/N Wales Rd/W Walnut St Turn right onto Morris Rd Continue straight to stay on Morris Rd Turn left onto PA-363 S
Municipality: SCHUYLKILL TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,304
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Chester County
APN: 2706M00010000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
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Schools
Schuylkill El School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Phoenixville Area Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
Phoenixville Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Phoenixville, PA • 19460
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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$442,000 – $535,000
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