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$523,711$155 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $331,660 on Jul 17, 2008

21 FORREST RD

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,373 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$524K
$501K low$546K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$331,660 · Jul 17, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,609 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$218,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBERKS
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.0 mi
H
Brandywine Heights High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Brandywine Heights Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Brandywine Heights Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19539These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,760
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,795
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,779
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

21 Forrest Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 88% of homes in Berks County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Berks County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Mertztown 19539

What homes are worth in Mertztown 19539

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$153K$815K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Mertztown 19539.

How it measures up in Mertztown 19539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mertztown 19539.

Estimated value$523,711
CheaperTypical $353,821Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area3,373 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2.01 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 21 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$523,71185% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15513% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than3,373 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.01 ac70% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than200895% of homes95% of homes

About 21 Forrest Rd

How much is 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is $523,711 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $501,032 to $546,390. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sell?

21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sold on Jul 17, 2008 for $331,660, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 3,373 square feet of living space.

When was 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA built?

21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is assigned to Brandywine Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Brandywine Heights High School (high), rated C+; Brandywine Heights Middle School (middle). All sit in Brandywine Heights Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 85% of them ($523,711 against a typical $353,821), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($155 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,373 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.01 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2008 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 88% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 21 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was $2,609. The county assessed it at $218,100.

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