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$314,122$229 / 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 78How 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 $150,000 on Jan 22, 2004

300 FORREST RD

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,370 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.
2.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$314K
$245K low$383K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jan 22, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,091 (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.$91,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$41,400

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.47 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 1.6 mi
H
Brandywine Heights High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

300 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Berks County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% 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.

This home
$153K$799K

This home is worth more than 40% 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$314,122
CheaperTypical $353,821Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,370 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,601 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size2.82 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 300 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$314,12240% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22963% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,370 ft²37% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.82 ac76% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197050% of homes55% of homes

About 300 Forrest Rd

How much is 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is $314,122 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $244,842 to $383,402. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sell?

300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sold on Jan 22, 2004 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,370 square feet of living space.

When was 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA built?

300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

300 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 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 40% of them ($314,122 against a typical $353,821), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($229 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,370 ft² against a typical 1,601 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (2.82 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1970 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 50% 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 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was $1,091. The county assessed it at $91,200.

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