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$441,630$264 / 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 $229,900 on Aug 21, 2018

215 FORREST RD

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,676 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.
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$442K
$423K low$460K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$229,900 · Aug 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,451 (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.$121,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBERKS
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(2)

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 · 1.3 mi
M
Brandywine Heights Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Brandywine Heights High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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

215 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 79% of homes in Berks County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Berks County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Berks County

What homes are worth in Mertztown 19539

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

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$150K$799K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$441,630
CheaperTypical $355,162Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,676 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 215 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$441,63073% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26482% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,676 ft²53% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac72% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198060% of homes65% of homes

About 215 Forrest Rd

How much is 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is $441,630 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $423,110 to $460,150. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sell?

215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sold on Aug 21, 2018 for $229,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,676 square feet of living space.

When was 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA built?

215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

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

How does 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 73% of them ($441,630 against a typical $355,162), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($264 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,676 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1980 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 79% 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 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was $1,451. The county assessed it at $121,300.

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