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$585,000

176 Spies Church Rd

Reading, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,917
Square Feet
6.69
Lot Size (acres)
1920
Year Built
7
Days On Market

Welcome to your dream country escape! Nestled at the end of a private driveway flanked by serene woods and open grassy fields, this historic stone home offers over 6 acres of tranquil property tailored for animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking to raise chickens, keep goats, or board a horse, or just enjoy the wildlife, deer, turkey, and occasional peacocks show up from somewhere. This farmette is fully equipped with a Property & Home Highlights: Historic Character Meets Modern Comfort: Features wide-plank floorboards in the cozy family room, modern updates, and a newer primary suite addition, alongside two charming upper bedrooms with fresh flooring and a full bath in the original stone structure. Over $150,000 in Recent Upgrades (Past 2 Years): Enjoy peace of mind with a new metal roof (complete with new soffits and gutters), a brand-new septic tank, a newly installed UV water filtration system, and efficient propane heating. Oversized 2-Car Garage & Bonus Space: A newly redone garage features a finished upstairs bonus room with propane heat and beautiful bamboo floors—ideal for a home office, studio, or guest space. Historic Charm & Exploration: Take a walk along the scenic trail behind the garage to find a historic spring house just waiting for your restoration ideals. Showings start November 7 2026. Interior pictures coming soon.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
11 hours ago
Listed By
Daniel Minotto, 6107633585 · Bold Realty, 6103738701
MLS#
PABK2080164
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
176 Spies Church Rd, Reading, PA 19606
City
Reading
County
Berks
Neighborhood
NONE AVAILABLE
Zip Code
19606

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1920
Style
Cottage, Farmhouse/National Folk
Construction Materials
Stucco
Building Area
2,917 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Metal, Shingle
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Oversized, Garage, Detached, Off Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Other, Wood
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Electric, Propane

Property Features

Lot Size
6.69 Acres
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,917 sq. ft.
Total
2,917 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$585,000
Annual Taxes
$8,739

Schools

77/100
Thirteenth & Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 3.1 mi
City
Reading
Students
912
Student body
82% Hispanic / Latino · 9% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5795
72/100
Mt Penn Primary Center
Grades M–M · 2.8 mi
City
Reading
Students
153
Student–teacher
11.7
Student body
48% White · 41% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
52%
Phone
(610) 370-2898
57/100
Exeter Township Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3 mi
City
Reading
Students
1,292
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
73% White · 16% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
25%
Phone
(610) 779-3060
56/100
Northeast Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 3.2 mi
City
Reading
Students
1,082
Student body
85% Hispanic / Latino · 7% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5774
55/100
Reading Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.3 mi
City
Reading
Students
3,352
Parent reviews
3.3★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
83% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(610) 371-5705
54/100
Stony Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 1.2 mi
City
Reading
Students
265
Student body
59% Hispanic / Latino · 33% White · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
63%
Phone
(610) 370-2898
54/100
Kerry C. Hoffman Intermediate School
Middle · Grades 04–08 · 3 mi
City
Mount Penn
Students
434
Student body
59% Hispanic / Latino · 28% White · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
60%
Phone
(610) 779-3547
54/100
Oley Valley Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.1 mi
City
Oley
Students
396
Student body
94% White · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(610) 987-4100

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/31/2026Listed for sale$585,000

Listed by Daniel Minotto · Bold Realty · 6103738701

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 6, 2026 at 9:08 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PABK2080164

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