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$1,729,205$501 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,440,000 on Jul 11, 2023

261 FORREST RD

MERION STATION, PA 19066
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,450 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.5M low$2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,440,000 · Jul 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,503 (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.$383,130 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$383,130

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.Colonial
CountyMONTGOMERY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 564 ft²Porch · 462 ft²

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
Merion Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Bala Cynwyd Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Lower Merion High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Lower Merion School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19066These 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.37
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.6,410
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,704 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$186,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$254,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

261 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 98% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Montgomery County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Merion Station 19066
  • Older than 93% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Merion Station 19066

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

This home
$324K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Merion Station 19066.

How it measures up in Merion Station 19066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merion Station 19066.

Estimated value$1,729,205
CheaperTypical $1,190,250Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $379Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area3,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,852 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1931Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 261 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerion Station 19066Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,729,20586% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50197% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,450 ft²67% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac69% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than19048% of homes7% of homes

About 261 Forrest Rd

How much is 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA is $1,729,205 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,495,359 to $1,963,051. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA last sell?

261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA last sold on Jul 11, 2023 for $1,440,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA?

261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,450 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA built?

261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA?

261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA is assigned to Merion Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Bala Cynwyd Middle School (middle), rated A; Lower Merion High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Lower Merion School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA compare to other homes in Merion Station 19066?

Among the 1,797 homes in Merion Station 19066, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,729,205 against a typical $1,190,250), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($501 against a typical $379), it is bigger than 67% of them (3,450 ft² against a typical 2,852 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1904 against a typical 1931). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 98% 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 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 Forrest Rd, Merion Station, PA was $17,503. The county assessed it at $383,130.

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