This special home can best be described through the words of the owner who graciously provided the following remarks: This spacious home at 261 Hartman Road must be seen to appreciate its breathtaking views of the Oley Valley. From the front porch, you will enter the living room with an open view through the dining room to the sunroom and spacious fenced rear yard. The spacious kitchen and adjoining dining room feature stainless steel appliances and a pass-through to the sunroom. From the kitchen, you will enjoy a view of the back yard and adjoining open field. The main floor has 3 bedrooms with upgraded neutral carpeting and a full bathroom which was totally remodeled 3 years ago. This bathroom features a custom tile and glass shower as well as a custom-built vanity with a quartz top. The main level sunroom is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the views from the 10 windows and glass french doors leading to the back yard. Custom crown molding adds a beautiful finishing touch to the main level. The home features a large second level master suite with vaulted ceilings, random oak hardwood floors, and remote control lighted ceiling fans. The master bathroom has an oversized corner jacuzzi tub, a double granite vanity, an electric fireplace, and a separate tile shower. French doors in the master bedroom lead to a separate sitting room with incredible views. The walkout basement features an in-law suite complete with a bedroom, full bath, kitchen, and family room with a wood-burning fireplace. Exit the basement onto a patio large enough for an outdoor dining set and chairs. For the DIY folks, the basement workshop includes a large workbench and sufficient electrical outlets for your power tools. The home features a new hot water heater and propane furnace with a 500-gallon propane tank. There is a separate heat pump providing heat and central air conditioning for the second level master suite. The water filtration system, including the water well pump, has recently been upgraded.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
0.75 acresLot Size
$142Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeffrey Hogue• Keller Williams Realty Group
Often you hear "you need to see this home" this is the real deal. Incredible craftsmanship and beautiful inside and out. 3600 sq ft plus finished lower level of 1000 sq ft. Lower level has separate kitchen, fireplace, BR, workshop, also walkout to patio. Kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters, tile, family room or sun room with tons of light leading to patio and gazebo. Master BR you have to see to believe. Vaulted ceiling master bath of 16x11 with granite and tile, walk in closet separate heating system. Exterior grounds are awesome with multiple patios sheds that are beautiful water fountains and gazebo with beautiful view. Wonderful in-law suite with full kit. , bath, & BR on walk-in level! Land immediately behind this home cannot be subdivided per Exeter township. See listor for details.
BRIGHT MLS #1009785122
Sep 27, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 13, 2013
Listed
$329,000
$84/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK188618
Jan 2, 2001
Sold
$132,500
$34/sq ft
Dec 16, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2000
Listed
$132,500
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,119 (+0.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2025
$7,082 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2024
$7,005 (+3.4%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2023
$6,776 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2022
$6,700 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2021
$6,598 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2020
$6,525 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2019
$6,453 (+0.3%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2018
$6,434 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2017
$6,341 (+3.6%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2015
$6,120 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2014
$6,053 (+1.7%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2013
$5,951 (+1.9%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2012
$5,843 (+0.9%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2011
$5,790 (+3.3%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2010
$5,603
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
Tax history for 261 Hartman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,119 (+0.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2025
$7,082 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2024
$7,005 (+3.4%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2023
$6,776 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2022
$6,700 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2021
$6,598 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2020
$6,525 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2019
$6,453 (+0.3%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2018
$6,434 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2017
$6,341 (+3.6%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2015
$6,120 (+1.1%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2014
$6,053 (+1.7%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2013
$5,951 (+1.9%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2012
$5,843 (+0.9%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2011
$5,790 (+3.3%)
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
2010
$5,603
$37,500 + $110,000
$147,500
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.75 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,591
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
43533701476004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
RC
Rural Conservation District
It is the purpose of this district to encourage the preservation of rural areas containing woodlands, watersheds, watercourses and wildlife habitats, which will serve to perpetuate the rural atmosphere, open spaces and scenic landscapes in these portions of the Township. Much of the district contains steep slopes, and is classified as having severe limitations to development. Because of this, intensive residential development will not be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Processing
Office
Public service
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 11
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Insert
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Heated, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Side Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 858
Improvement Assessed Value: $110,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Split Rail, Vinyl, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded, Sloping
Lot Size Dimensions: 140 x 270
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $37,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,060
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 858
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $512
County Tax: $1,129
School Tax: $4,957
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $147,500
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $6,598
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: EXETER TOWNSHIP JUNIOR
High School: EXETER TOWNSHIP SENIOR
School District Name: EXETER TOWNSHIP
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: GPS to 261 Hartman Rd, Reading, PA 19606
Municipality: EXETER TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,591
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 43533701476004
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Owatin Creek Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Exeter Twp Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
5/10
Exeter Twp Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 101° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19606
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$530,000 – $642,000
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