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$316,553$224 / 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 93How 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 $291,000 on May 30, 2024

509 WATER ST

TEMPLE, PA 19560
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,416 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$317K
$294K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$291,000 · May 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,332 (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.$88,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,700

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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.30
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.Radiant
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Muhlenberg Elementary CenterD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Muhlenberg High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Muhlenberg Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 1.0 mi

District: Muhlenberg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19560These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,801
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,063 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,953
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.53%

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How this home compares

509 Water 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 more than 73% of homes in Temple 19560
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Temple 19560
  • Older than 82% of homes in Temple 19560

What homes are worth in Temple 19560

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

This home
$161K$588K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Temple 19560.

How it measures up in Temple 19560

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Temple 19560.

Estimated value$316,553
CheaperTypical $276,074Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,416 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,326 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 509 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTemple 19560Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,55373% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22468% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,416 ft²56% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac68% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than193018% of homes32% of homes

About 509 Water St

How much is 509 Water St, Temple, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Water St, Temple, PA is $316,553 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $294,092 to $339,014. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Water St, Temple, PA last sell?

509 Water St, Temple, PA last sold on May 30, 2024 for $291,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 Water St, Temple, PA?

509 Water St, Temple, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,416 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 509 Water St, Temple, PA built?

509 Water St, Temple, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Water St, Temple, PA?

509 Water St, Temple, PA is assigned to Muhlenberg Elementary Center (elementary), rated D+; Muhlenberg High School (high), rated D; Muhlenberg Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Muhlenberg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Water St, Temple, PA compare to other homes in Temple 19560?

Among the 3,180 homes in Temple 19560, it is worth more than 73% of them ($316,553 against a typical $276,074), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($224 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,416 ft² against a typical 1,326 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1930 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 51% 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 509 Water St, Temple, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Water St, Temple, PA was $1,332. The county assessed it at $88,700.

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