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About this home
Exceptional Stone Farmhouse, Circa 1740, beautifully situated on just under 23 acres along a quiet country road in Oley. Surrounded by preserved farmland, this remarkable property offers privacy, sweeping pastoral views, and a wonderfully intact Historic Farmstead complete with a Stone-end Bank Barn, Corn Crib, Springhouse with pond, Piggery, and beautiful walled garden. The 6 Bedroom and 5.2 Bathroom residence evolved over several centuries, with its two earliest sections dating to the 1700s. A newer custom addition has been masterfully integrated with the original home, incorporating repurposed period flooring, mantels, and corner cabinets while introducing gracious living spaces and modern amenities. Throughout the home, extraordinary architectural details speak to its history. Original chestnut floors remain in the front portion of the house, complemented by repurposed oak flooring in the newer addition. Exposed beams, period woodwork and doors with grain-painted surfaces, ornate fireplace mantels, crown molding, and wainscoting add character throughout. 7 Fireplaces are found within the home, including 4 wood-burning and 3 gas Fireplaces. Three of the early Fireplaces are impressive "Walk-In" size, and the Fireplace in the oldest section retains a functional bake oven. Designed equally well for everyday living and entertaining, the Main Level includes a large formal Dining Room and an expansive gourmet Kitchen with both a generous Pantry and separate Butler's Pantry. Bright and inviting, the Kitchen offers space for both a dining table and sitting area, with pristine views across the property. Its Fireplace is accented by a reclaimed mantel and custom hand-painted tiles from Wales. The beautifully appointed workspace features custom cherry and tiger maple cabinetry, soapstone countertops, a farmhouse sink, and custom built-in Sub-Zero refrigeration along with gourmet appliances. Upstairs are 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms. The Primary Suite includes a walk-in closet, private bath, and balcony overlooking the backyard. Historic details continue on this level with exposed-beam ceilings, period flooring, original woodwork, and early doors retaining their grain-painted surfaces. The finished Lower Level provides exceptional additional living space, including a sixth Bedroom with an adjacent full Bathroom and a spacious Family room. Bright and beautifully finished, the Family Room features a gas Fireplace with reclaimed mantel and hand-painted tiles, a coffered ceiling, built-in bookcase, and radiant floor heat. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, the property reflects a remarkable commitment to preserving the character and craftsmanship of this early Pennsylvania Farmhouse while creating a home suited to modern living. From its historic interiors and collection of period outbuildings to its peaceful setting amid preserved countryside, this is a truly special Oley property. Schedule your private showing and experience this extraordinary country estate firsthand!
Single-familyProperty Type
1740Year Built
22.79 acresLot Size
$131Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Megan Hansen• Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Please schedule all showings, both in-person or virtual, through Showingtime. Gorgeous Early Stone Farmhouse, circa 1740, features 6 Bedrooms and 5.2 Bathrooms set on just under 23 acres on a quiet county road in Oley. The intact period Farmstead also includes a Stone-End Bank Barn, Corn-crib, Spring-house with Pond, Piggery and a beautiful walled Garden. The property enjoys a quiet, private setting surrounded by preserved farmland. The house itself was built in stages, with the earliest two sections both dating from the 1700s. The newer custom addition has been masterfully blended with the original using re-purposed period floors, mantles and corner cabinets to create gracious spaces complete with every modern convenience. The house features a total of 7 Fireplaces, including 4 Wood-Burning Fireplaces and 3 Gas Fireplaces. Three of the early fireplaces are "Walk-In" size and the one in the earliest section of the home also includes a functional bake oven. The original Chestnut floors are found in the front of the home with re-purposed Oak in the newer addition. Architectural details abound throughout with ornate fireplace mantles, crown molding and wainscoting. The house is perfect for entertaining with a large formal Dining Room, and spacious Gourmet Kitchen featuring a generous Pantry and Butler's Pantry. The Kitchen is a beautiful bright space with a Fireplace and room for a sitting area, as well as a dining table. The Fireplace features a reclaimed mantle and custom hand-painted tiles from Wales. The work space itself features Gourmet appliances, including Custom built in Sub-Zero Refrigeration, with Custom Cherry and Tiger Maple Cabinets and a Soapstone Counter-top and Farmhouse Sink. The entire space enjoys pristine views of the property. Upstairs includes 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms. The Master Bedroom Suite features a walk-in closet, private Bath and a balcony overlooking the backyard. Early details on this level include exposed beam ceilings, period flooring, and original woodwork and doors with grain painted surface. The finished Lower Level includes a sixth Bedroom, as well as an adjacent full Bath and a large Family Room. The Family Room is a bright, formal space with many wonderful details. It includes a Gas Fireplace with reclaimed mantle and hand-painted tiles, coffered ceiling, bookcase and radiant heat in the floor. The entire property has been meticulously maintained with a keen eye towards preserving its historic features. Schedule your private showing today and come experience first-hand country living at its finest.
BRIGHT MLS #PABK325318
Aug 10, 2020
Listing Removed
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Aug 8, 2020
Price Changed
$1,195,000
$113/sq ft
Aug 16, 2019
Price Changed
$1,250,000
$118/sq ft
Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$1,290,000
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$23,217
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2025
$23,217 (+3.4%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2024
$22,454 (+3.6%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2023
$21,681 (+1.9%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2022
$21,268 (+1.2%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2021
$21,009 (+1.5%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2020
$20,697 (−16.0%)
$12,700 + $507,500
$520,200
2019
$24,641 (+1.3%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2018
$24,325 (+4.8%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2017
$23,202 (+3.8%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2015
$22,363 (+1.3%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2014
$22,073 (+1.1%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2013
$21,839 (+3.4%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2012
$21,121 (+1.0%)
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2011
$20,911
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
2010
$20,911
$121,300 + $507,500
$628,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
22.79 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
9,618
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
9,618
Year built
1870
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
67535700115559
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
AP
Agricultural Preservation District
The AP Agricultural Preservation District is designed to protect and promote agriculture as a major component of the economy of the Township and of Berks County. The district is designed to achieve compliance with 604 3 of the Municipalities Planning Code which directs that zoning ordinances contain provisions designed to preserve prime agriculture and farmland considering topography, soil type and classification and present use. The zoning district is intended to preserve for agricultural use the best farmlands of the township as well as existing associated buildings, structures, etc.; The Comprehensive Plan recognizes the unique quality of the farmland of Oley Township and establishes the preservation of that high quality farmland as a major goal of the plan.; In planning for agricultural land, it is the Township’s policy not to consider agricultural land as undeveloped farmland awaiting another use. Farmland must be considered as developed land. It is being used to produce a product. Farming is a land intensive manufacturing process which converts raw materials into a product, comparable to other industrial operations, with occasional accompanying nuisances of noise odor and dust. The agricultural zone should not be considered as a holding zone but as a zone having a positive purpose of utilizing the Township’s natural resources for the benefit of the entire community and the Township should protect the agricultural zone from interference by incompatible uses which break down the integrity of the zone and also interfere with normal and customary operations within the zone.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Dairy
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Processing
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Timberland
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Oley, PA • 19547
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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
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 198 Blacksmith Rd
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