Pending
$497,000
5beds
3,172sqft
297 Forgedale Rd, Barto, PA 19504
5beds
3,172sqft
Farm, single family residence
Built in 1847
6.41 Acres
Open parking
$157 price/sqft
What's special
Historic spring houseBlueberry bushesFruit trees
No more showings. Step into the charm of this 19th-century stone farmhouse set on nearly 7 picturesque acres in Barto, PA. Offering 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this property blends timeless character with serene country living. Exterior highlights include a wraparound porch overlooking the grounds, a wonderful 3-stall barn with ...
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Source: GLVR,MLS#: 768547
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 01, 2025 at 10:01am
Listed by:
Jon Campbell 610-624-2566,
Real of Pennsylvania 833-983-1954,
Cindy Lapp 717-725-4223,
Real of Pennsylvania
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 768547Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.20 x 14.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 13.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.90 x 11.30
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 10.11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.60 x 11.11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.10 x 5.11
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 2.30 x 11.60
Den
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.50 x 7.30
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.80 x 11.11
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.11 x 12.60
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.70 x 7.20
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.80 x 6.70
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.10 x 14.12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22.80 x 14.70
Other
- Description: Loft
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 22.90 x 12.50
Sunroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20.30 x 17.10
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Family Room Main Level
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,172 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,172
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, No Garage, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Propane Tank - Leased
Lot
- Size: 6.41 Acres
- Features: Flat, Not In Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 40548004930965001
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1847
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Barto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $171,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,085
- Date on market: 11/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Pending sale | $497,000$157/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #768547 | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $497,000+5.8%$157/sqft |
Source: GLVR #768547 | ||
| 10/22/2007 | Sold | $469,900+113.6%$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 8/18/1997 | Sold | $220,000$69/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,086 +2.9% | $171,700 |
| 2024 | $7,860 +3.6% | $171,700 |
| 2023 | $7,591 +2.4% | $171,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,174/mo
Principal & interest
$2370
Property taxes
$630
Home insurance
$174
Estimated market value
$506,000 - $559,000
$532,800
$2,937/mo
Climate risks
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 6.6 mi
- 7/10Brandywine Heights Intrmd/MsGrades: 4-8Distance: 6.3 mi
- 5/10Brandywine Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Brandywine Heights
Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.