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$219,816$167 / 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 85How 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 $189,000 on Sep 5, 2024

23 CHESTNUT ST

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,320 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$220K
$187K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$189,000 · Sep 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$867 (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.$72,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,900

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.32 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.minimal

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

H
Brandywine Heights High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.4 mi
M
Brandywine Heights Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 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

23 Chestnut St 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 less than 89% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Older than 70% 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 11% 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$219,816
CheaperTypical $353,821Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 23 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$219,81611% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16718% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²34% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac3% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than194430% of homes36% of homes

About 23 Chestnut St

How much is 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA is $219,816 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $186,598 to $253,034. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA last sell?

23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA last sold on Sep 5, 2024 for $189,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA?

23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA built?

23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA?

23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA is assigned to Brandywine Heights High School (high), rated C+; Brandywine Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 11% of them ($219,816 against a typical $353,821), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($167 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1944 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 21% 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 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 23 Chestnut St, Mertztown, PA was $867. The county assessed it at $72,500.

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