1551 Old Ridge Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465

Pottstown
Local realty services provided by:ERA Valley Realty
1551 Old Ridge Rd,Pottstown, PA 19465
$1,200,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,848 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: karen boyd
Office: long & foster real estate, inc.
MLS#:PACT2123178
Source:BRIGHTMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$311.85

About this home

Welcome home to 1551 Old Ridge Road (“The Samuel Shafer Mansion House”), nestled in the historic village of Coventryville! A historic village that crossed paths with Ben Franklin, General Washington, the Lincolns, and the Potts family of Coventry Forge. This is a rare opportunity to own a storybook estate with multiple buildings, including the 1800’s Main Residence; Cottage for guest/in-law suite; and refurbished Barn with dedicated workspaces --- all set on 5.6 picturesque acres of sweeping lawns, vibrant gardens, and tree-lined meadows. Plus an in-ground pool complex with cascading hot tub and oversized pool house! As soon as you arrive you will experience how the property superbly blends history with modernity (including central air!). The exterior accents on the main house were just painted, and the covered front Porch offers shaded comfort. Inside are antique pine and original wide wood flooring plus original trim work, built-ins, stonework, doors, cabinetry and hardware. The...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1807
  • Listing ID #:PACT2123178
  • Added:21 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 13, 2026 at 01:41 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Dining Description:Dining Area, Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cooktop, Crown Moldings, Dishwasher, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Pantry, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Upgraded Countertops
  • Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom, Walk In Closet(s)
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Full, Interior Access
  • Living area:3,848 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central A/C
  • Heating:Electric, Hot Water, Oil, Propane - Leased

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1807
  • Building area:3,848 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:5.6 Acres
  • Lot Features:Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Architectural Style:Converted Barn, Cottage, Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Construction Materials:Stone
  • Exterior Features:Brick, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Terrace
  • Foundation Description:Permanent
  • Levels:2 Stories

Schools

  • High school:OWEN J ROBERTS
  • Middle school:OWEN J ROBERTS
  • Elementary school:FRENCH CREEK

Utilities

  • Water:Well
  • Sewer:On Site Septic

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$311.85
  • Tax amount:$13,824 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Dryer In Unit, Laundry, Washer, Washer In Unit
  • Amenities:Attic, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Water Treat System, Window Treatments
  • Pool features:Concrete, Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo

Parking

  • Parking description:Asphalt Driveway, Crushed Stone, Detached Carport, Paved Driveway

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