TAXES LOWERED!!! $3763/YEAR (estimated) Looking for an "old-time" Farmhouse, Farmette, w/ possible extended family quarters???? WELL, LOOK NO FURTHER! This 2600 ft, 1800's Farmhouse sits on a knob of 3.6, partially wooded acres w/ own mountain-fed stream and clear-water pond! Clad in low-maintenance vinyl siding, w/ some original Victorian woodwork, you enter from 1 of 3 entrances from the gracious, wrap-around porch. From the main entry, you will find a large Living Room, followed by a generous eat-in Kitchen w/ breakfast bar, newer appliances, separate entry and access to the 1st floor Laundry and back staircase. Completing the main level, is a large, private bedroom w/ TWO private entrances and TWO closets, PLUS a large, FULL BATHROOM w/ double sinks! Via the main staircase, you will find an "Owner's Bedroom" w/ Sitting Room & closet, 3 generously sized Bedrooms, ancillary 6th Bedroom/Office/Study (walk-through to bath), AND another generously-sized Full Bath w/ linen closet!!!! Additionally, this home features a FULL walk-up attic for storage, AND a FULL walk-out basement! Outside, find a lovely lawn area w/ existing chicken coops, whole house generator, play set, screened in gazebo and lovely plantings amidst stone walls and stairways, all overlooking the pond and stream, 1-car garage and plenty of driveway parking. Book your showings NOW!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1868Year Built
3.6 acresLot Size
$117Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Ritter• Weichert Realtors - Allentown
Bought with Rosalie Edraney• IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Est. $1,193 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1227 Valley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GLVRMLS #774202
Jul 8, 2026
Sold
$300,000
$117/sq ft
Jun 21, 2026
Pending
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May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$325,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Price Changed
$349,900
$137/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$359,900
$141/sq ft
LCAR #18-4063
Jul 1, 2019
Sold
$249,900
$98/sq ft
Aug 3, 2018
Listed
$249,900
$98/sq ft
Located in picturesque Lewistown Valley, this charming 2600 square foot farmhouse sits back on the hill and overlooks the mountains, farmland and your pond. Mature trees and a screened in gazebo/deck add to the privacy and make this setting special. You will own land on both sides of this home to keep it private. Very Large wraparound porch with original gingerbread trim and Victorian balustrades.
Description: newer tub surround, double sinks, freshly painted, vinyl floor
Level: First
Dimensions: 8.00 x 6.00
Length: 8.0
Width: 6.0
Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Description: carpet, 2 entries, 2 closets
Level: First
Dimensions: 19.00 x 15.00
Length: 19.0
Width: 15.0
Room 10 Information
Laundry
Description: laundry
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 5.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 5.0
Room 11 Information
Kitchen
Description: eat-in, breakfast bar, separate entrance, vinyl flooring, newer appliances
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.00 x 21.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 21.0
Room 12 Information
Living Room
Description: WTW carpet, front entrance
Level: First
Dimensions: 18.00 x 17.00
Length: 18.0
Width: 17.0
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Water Heater: Electric
Interior Features
Window Features: Drapes, Screen(s), Storm Windows
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Other Features: Attic, Cedar Closet(s), Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Storage, Traditional Floorplan, Window Treatments
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Details: Unknown
Roof Details: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch
Other Structures: Gazebo
Land Information
Vegetation: Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 156,816
Lot Size Acres: 3.6
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Stream/Creek, Sloped, Pond On Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: AG
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,560
Foundation Details: Basement
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $291,100
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,763.47
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Amps 100, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1939
County: Schuylkill County
APN: 32-04-0012.003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Tamaqua Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
Tamaqua Area Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Tamaqua Area Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
8% 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
Tamaqua, PA • 18252
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in Tamaqua. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$383,000 – $464,000
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