Just Listed In Pottstown: House On Former Sheep Farm For $380K

POTTSTOWN, PA -- Own a piece of history in Pottstown. A historic home originating back to the 1750s that was once part of a local sheep farm has just been listed for sale.

Here is the complete listing:

• Address: 891 Temple Rd, Pottstown, Pennsylvania
• Price: $379,900
• Square Feet: 3071
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 1 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1890
• Features: Own a piece of Chester County history! Built in 1758, this gorgeous farmhouse was once part of the local sheep herder's farm. This charming stone home has been expanded over the years, resulting in a very comfortable space that retains much of its original charm including exposed stone walls, beams, and hardwood floors. The main level includes a huge 25x25 family room and Kutz-built addition from the late 1960's, which is an amazing space for entertaining and was once the recital room for a local piano teacher! There is also a convenient powder room and coat closet. A large hallway of built-in cabinetry connects the addition to the original portion of the home, which could be used as a large formal dining room or multipurpose room. You can't help but fall in love with the deep windowsills and the exposed beams! Imagine all of the owners that have lived here... before the roads were cut in, before plumbing... even the current fireplace with wood stove insert used to be a walk-in fireplace. Just off the dining room is the kitchen, which is part of an addition from 1768. The kitchen has ceramic tile floors, butcher block island, and access to the huge private front porch! There is also a stairwell that leads to the 2nd floor where you will find two rooms that share a full bath. The 3rd floor has three additional rooms with original flooring. Outside you can enjoy almost 1.6 acres of wooded privacy, with plenty of room for outdoor activities and gardening. There is a large shed and plenty of parking for party-time! The home has a new roof (2019), newer heater and water heater (2018), replacement windows, replacement oil tank (2014), updated 200AMP electric, and public sewer. All you need is your creative vision to transform this house into your dream home! Come and write yourself into the next chapter of Chester County history!

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.