Historic 1836 schoolhouse converted to a residence, situated on 2.25 acres in Alsace Township! This unique property offers plenty of potential for restoration, renovation, or customization. The first floor features a living room, dining area with hardwood flooring, kitchen with breakfast counter, double sink and dishwasher hookup, laundry room, full bath, and wood-burning stove. The second floor includes one oversized bedroom with crawl-space storage. Originally designed as a two-bedroom home, the layout can be converted back to two bedrooms. Exterior features include a stream, garden shed, large detached 3-car garage with potential for additional living or finished space, and a driveway with parking for 5+ vehicles. New roof installed in 2025 with transferable warranty. Conveniently located within walking distance of Antietam Lake Park and Antietam Trails, offering year-round stocked fishing, hiking, and outdoor recreation. Great opportunity for an outdoor enthusiast, investor, or buyer looking for a property with character and potential. Bring your vision and make this historic property your own! Settlement contingent upon seller finding suitable housing; seller is actively searching.
In addition to the general goals listed in Section 101, it is the purpose of this district to encourage woodland conservation, rural conservation, and farming by preserving natural features such as forests, watersheds and watercourses, and farm land while perpetuating the rural atmosphere, open space and scenic landscapes. Residential use is allowed provided that sufficient space is available for on-lot sewage disposal which will not create any menace to public health, and natural features are not unduly disturbed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% 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
50/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 397 Angora Rd
$220,497
$4,403 under list price of $225K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $220K to $305K.