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$434,392$243 / 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 95How 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

2579 FORREST AVE

BENSALEM, PA 19020
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,788 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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

$434K
$411K low$457K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,461 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$24,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBUCKS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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.Yes
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Cornwells Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Robert K. Shafer Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Bensalem High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Bensalem Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19020These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.57,478
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,901
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,716
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.56%

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How this home compares

2579 Forrest Ave 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 65% of homes in Bucks County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Bucks County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Eddington
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Eddington
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Eddington

What homes are worth in Bensalem 19020

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

This home
$266K$862K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Bensalem 19020.

How it measures up in Bensalem 19020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bensalem 19020.

Estimated value$434,392
CheaperTypical $425,580Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,663 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 2579 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEddingtonBensalem 19020Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$434,39264% of homes54% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24327% of homes37% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,788 ft²69% of homes57% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac91% of homes90% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than196271% of homes29% of homes37% of homes

About 2579 Forrest Ave

How much is 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA is $434,392 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $411,472 to $457,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA last sell?

2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA last sold on Jun 24, 1985, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA?

2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,788 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA built?

2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA?

2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA is assigned to Cornwells Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Robert K. Shafer Middle School (middle), rated B-; Bensalem High School (high), rated C. All sit in Bensalem Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA compare to other homes in Bensalem 19020?

Among the 13,891 homes in Bensalem 19020, it is worth more than 54% of them ($434,392 against a typical $425,580), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($243 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,788 ft² against a typical 1,663 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1962 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 35% 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 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2579 Forrest Ave, Bensalem, PA was $5,461. The county assessed it at $24,000.

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