This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath custom built cedar home sits on a mostly wooded 3/4 acre lot, yet only 1 minute from all major amenities? The flexible living space offers 2 bedrooms and a full bath with spa tub, on the second floor, 1 full bath, kitchen, flex room that could be used as a dining room or office and family room with sliders to the deck on the main floor and 1 bedroom and a half bath in the partially finished walkout lower level. Features include floor to ceiling stone fireplace in the living room, overlook, upgraded kitchen, sky lights, large wrap around deck, some newer flooring, partially fenced yard and your own small stream. If you are looking for privacy and peace and quiet and a chance to interact with every variety of mother natures critters you might want to take a look at this one.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$198Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Teri Lutz Freeman• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
•610-372-3200 (broker)
•leadcenter@homesale.com (broker)
Listed by Ed Freeman• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
•610-372-3200 (broker)
•leadcenter@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Ed Freeman• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Are you looking for a beautiful, unique home with peaceful nature views but still be close to everything? Well then look no further because 528 Friedensburg Road is the home for you! Situated down a private drive on almost an acre of land is this gorgeous, contemporary home in the Antietam School District. Make your way down the stone paver pathway from the private drive to the stunning wrap around wooden deck where you can enjoy everything that nature has to offer. Enter through the French doors onto gleaming hardwood floors in the dining room. Proceed to the 29 handle eat-in kitchen boasting new laminate flooring, quartz counter-tops, all newer stainless appliances, stainless sink with adjustable faucet, recessed lighting, island with electricity and breakfast bar seating for two. Just off the kitchen is the grand 2 story living room complete with skylights, ceiling fan, floor-to-ceiling two-story stone fireplace and mantle, built-in book shelving, and large contemporary windows allowing for ample natural sunlight. Glass sliding doors from either kitchen or living room take you to the incredible wrap around deck. Completing the first floor is the centrally located full bathroom with quartz counter-top, newer vanity, and modern fixtures. Make your way to the second floor to find two spacious bedrooms, both complete with plush carpeting, large contemporary windows, and ample closet space. The second floor bathroom is a real treat with its stone tile backed and wood frame enclosed whirlpool tub. The full unfinished basement could easily be finished adding a large walkout family room with two large glass sliders to the covered back patio. Radon system installed in 2017, GAF lifetime architectural roof was installed in 2017. This home is a nature lover's dream! Call today for your private showing of this gorgeous contemporary gem!
Public Records
Apr 17, 2014
Sold
$146,500
$88/sq ft
TREND #6249955
Feb 20, 2014
Sold
$146,500
$88/sq ft
Feb 14, 2014
Pending
—
Feb 13, 2014
Sold
$146,500
$88/sq ft
Dec 16, 2013
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2013
Price Changed
$142,900
$86/sq ft
Oct 16, 2013
Price Changed
$146,890
$88/sq ft
Aug 26, 2013
Price Changed
$146,900
$88/sq ft
Jul 16, 2013
Listed
$149,900
$90/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003520490
Feb 20, 2014
Sold
$146,500
$88/sq ft
Dec 6, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2013
Listed
$142,900
$86/sq ft
+7
LOWERED TAXES!!!!!!!! Custom built Cedar home on a beautifully wooded 3/4 acre lot. This house offers privacy without sacrificing conveniences. The great room has new carpet and a beautiful stone fireplace that extends all the way up to the vaulted ceilings. Skylights and windows allow natural light to shine in this one of a kind room. The full kitchen features an island and plenty of cabinets, it opens up to a large wrap around deck where you can relax and take in the scenery. The room off the kitchen could be used for a dining area, or a den/office. There are 2 full baths one with a spa tub and 2 nice size bedrooms. The lower level area has a lot of potential. The walk out basement already has the rough in for plumbing and offers many options for adding sq footage. A radon system and upgraded insulation are just a few of the extras in this home. Owner is very motivated bring all reasonable offers. Taxes have been lowered to 4744.54.
BRIGHT MLS #1003801247
Jan 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 7, 2013
Listed
$146,900
$88/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003803113
May 8, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 2012
Listed
$139,900
$84/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007213152
May 7, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 7, 2012
Listed
$139,900
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,712 (+1.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2025
$6,615 (+4.3%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2024
$6,344 (+3.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2023
$6,131 (+3.3%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2022
$5,937 (+2.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2021
$5,812 (+2.8%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2020
$5,651 (+3.2%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2019
$5,473 (+1.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2018
$5,416 (+3.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2017
$5,254 (+6.8%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2015
$4,920 (+3.7%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2014
$4,745 (−24.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2013
$6,281 (+2.6%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2012
$6,120 (+1.3%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2011
$6,040 (+1.7%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2010
$5,941
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
Tax history for 528 Friedensburg Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,712 (+1.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2025
$6,615 (+4.3%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2024
$6,344 (+3.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2023
$6,131 (+3.3%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2022
$5,937 (+2.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2021
$5,812 (+2.8%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2020
$5,651 (+3.2%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2019
$5,473 (+1.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2018
$5,416 (+3.1%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2017
$5,254 (+6.8%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2015
$4,920 (+3.7%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2014
$4,745 (−24.5%)
$33,300 + $64,300
$97,600
2013
$6,281 (+2.6%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2012
$6,120 (+1.3%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2011
$6,040 (+1.7%)
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
2010
$5,941
$42,900 + $88,500
$131,400
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.74 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,426
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
23531720913061
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-1
Rural Residential District
The R-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with existing woodlands, steep slopes, open space and rural residential uses. The purpose of the R-1 Zoning District is as follows: To preserve and enhance ecologically fragile, environmentally sensitive and aesthetically valuable areas of Lower Alsace Township and Mount Penn Borough. Specific features to be preserved and enhanced include, but are not necessarily limited to groundwater, steep slopes, woodlands, scenic vistas and scenic corridors.; To permit development of a type and density, which have minimal stormwater management impacts upon the natural features and the surrounding properties.; To provide a clearly defined limits between residential uses, densities and developments within Lower Alsace Township and Mount Penn Borough.; To provide, preserve and enhance park, recreation and open space opportunities on a local and regional scale in order to implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Gravel Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Skylight(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $64,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular, Partly Wooded, Secluded
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $33,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,662
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $961
County Tax: $747
School Tax: $4,422
Tax Assessed Value: $97,600
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $6,131
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: ANTIETAM
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From Carsonia Ave turn onto Cherrydale Ave L on Friedensburg Rd past Cornell St the R into shared driveway. Home on R
Municipality: LOWER ALSACE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,426
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.74 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 23531720913061
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Kerry C. Hoffman Intermediate School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Antietam Middle School/High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 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 9.1 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$312,000 – $378,000
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