293 Kauffman Rd

Oley, PA 19547

$1,695,000
Last Sold Price
5,445,000 / 125
Lot Size / Acres
Closed 11/30/21
Closed 11/30/21

Description

The Kauffman Farm, Perhaps one of the most authentic Pennsylvania historic sites that exists in today's modern world, The Kauffman Farm is located in incredibly scenic Oley Township, Berks County. Abundant in open space, rolling farmland, and history, the entire township is in the historic district. The Kauffman Farm, which settled in 1763, is noted by scholars as one of the most important, complete German farmsteads of architectural and cultural significance in Pennsylvania. Situated on 125 preserved...The Kauffman Farm, Perhaps one of the most authentic Pennsylvania historic sites that exists in today's modern world, The Kauffman Farm is located in incredibly scenic Oley Township, Berks County. Abundant in open space, rolling farmland, and history, the entire township is in the historic district. The Kauffman Farm, which settled in 1763, is noted by scholars as one of the most important, complete German farmsteads of architectural and cultural significance in Pennsylvania. Situated on 125 preserved acres surrounded by large working farms, there is no sign of the 21st century in sight. In fact, Kauffman Road is named after the Kauffman family that settled there and owned the two adjacent farms. A setting lost in time, it showcases two main domestic buildings which are supported by many historic, ancillary stone and frame structures, remains/ family plot and historic Locust groves used to supply wood for fence posts. The main dwelling is constructed from handsome, carefully cut limestone quarried from the farm. At 3900 sq ft, it takes on stellar significance from its remarkably intact state of preserved, original, interior detailed elements, playing an important role in the study and interpretation of the evolution of the vernacular architecture of the region. A nearby three-story stone cabin with cedar roof, (1700 sq ft) erected from an earlier log cabin, has been restored to perfection. With a few minor items in place, one could live here while restoring the main house, or it lends itself to a perfect caretaker cottage or rental. Notable features include partially open floor exposing the spring that flows beneath the dwelling into the structure and out to a trout pond, exposed stone walls, Chestnut beams, brick floors and original 35-foot-wide walk-in fireplace. An 18th-century stone barn displays distinctive Germanic elements. A larger 19th century stone bank barn, a restored wooden shed with lapped wood shingled roof, other notable buildings, a piggery, corn crib, wagon shed, bakehouse, partial wood and stone stable, enclosed family graveyard, and remains of a limekiln. It is protected by an agricultural conservation easement and proposed deed-restricted Covenant to be finalized with the next steward. This one-of-a-kind piece of history is for someone that shares a passionate interest in historic architecture, as well as an interest and willingness to preserve and protect this very important farmstead. A remarkable piece of history, and landscape, to be coveted by a true preservationist.
  1. Listed by Lisa A Frushone • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (215)-794-3227 lfrushone@kurfiss.com

Property Details for 293 Kauffman Road

Tax ID Number
67-5358-00-73-6318
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/30/2021 03:17 PM

Property Details for 293 Kauffman Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PABK373048
Days on Market285
Taxes$5,736 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeFarm / Fee Simple
Year Built1760
Lot Size125.00 AC
CountyBerks County

Location

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Building Information for 293 Kauffman Road

Lot Size125.00 AC

Payment Calculator

$8,739 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,261

Property Taxes

$478

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 293 Kauffman Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: OLEY VALLEY
  • School District County ID: 300200397314
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Oley Twp (10267)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $140,300
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $1,074
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $72,400
  • City Town Tax: $588
  • Land Assessed Value: $67,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 801
  • Historic: Yes
  • Zoning: RES
  • Zoning Dscrp: Agricultural Preservation District (AP)
  • Tax Lot: 6318
  • School Tax: $4,074
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,900.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,900.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,900.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3044/6193/1436/304461931436_512_384_WM_s5tkVtWNQBU_g0Qp.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, High, Plaster Walls, Unfinished Walls
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Other
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Other Structure: Bank Barn, Barn/Farm Building, Barn/Stable, Cattle/Dairy Barn, Corn Barn, Feed Barn, Hay Barn, Machine Shed, Poultry House, Shed, Spring House, Storage Barn/Shed, Swine Parlor, Tenant House, Utility Building
Lot / Land Information
Farm Information
  • Crops Included: No
  • Irrigation Source: Pond, Spring, Well
  • Farm Land Preservation Y/N: Yes
  • Farm Operation: Beef, Clean and Green, Dairy, Hay, Hog, Horse, Livestock, Nursery, Orchard, Pasture, Poultry, Preserved, Rural Estate, Vineyard
  • Farm Features: Feed Barn, Poultry Amenities, Swine Parlor
  • Poultry Farm Features: Other
  • Farm Land Area Source: Estimated
  • Farm Land Area Units: Acres
  • Cultivated Acres: 125.00
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Open, Pond, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, Stream/Creek
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Location Type: Rural
  • Parcel ID: 1549854
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Exposed Beams, Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Window Features: Wood Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Bump-outs, Other
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: Yes
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed, Stable(s)
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: None
  • Heating Fuel: None
  • Hot Water: Other
  • Water Source: Spring, Well
  • Sewer Septic: Mound System
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers

Property History for 293 Kauffman Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1478250311

$1,695,000—
Nov 30, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1478250311

$1,695,000

+142.2% / yr

Nov 30, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK373048

$1,695,000—
Nov 30, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK372970

$1,695,000—
Nov 6, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK373048

—
Nov 6, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK372970

—
Jan 29, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK373048

$1,950,000—
Jan 29, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK372970

$1,950,000—
Aug 21, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #651518989

$225,883—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1478250311

$1,695,000
11/30/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1478250311

$1,695,000

+142.2% / yr

11/30/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK373048

$1,695,000
11/30/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK372970

$1,695,000
11/06/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK373048

—
11/06/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK372970

—
01/29/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK373048

$1,950,000
01/29/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK372970

$1,950,000
08/21/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #651518989

$225,883

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Public Records for 293 Kauffman Road

Taxable ValueLand$67,900Additions$72,400Total$140,300
Tax Record2025$2,006 ($167 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,900 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,900 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,264,662 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1760CountyBERKSAPN67535800736318Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 293 Kauffman Road

This home is within Oley Valley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oley Valley El School
Public - K to 5
Oley Valley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Oley Valley Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oley Valley El School
PublicK to 5

Oley Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oley Valley Senior High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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