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$390,881$284 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $189,900 on Sep 16, 2011

51 E CHESTNUT ST

BECHTELSVILLE, PA 19505
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,374 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.
1.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$391K
$373K low$409K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$189,900 · Sep 16, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,707 (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.$148,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$148,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,900

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.62
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.106 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.1.26
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Washington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Boyertown Area Senior High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Boyertown Area Middle School-EastA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi

District: Boyertown Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19505These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
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.3,663
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.453 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,591
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,163
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

51 E 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 more than 70% of homes in Bechtelsville 19505
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Berks County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Berks County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Bechtelsville 19505

What homes are worth in Bechtelsville 19505

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

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$195K$683K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Bechtelsville 19505.

How it measures up in Bechtelsville 19505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bechtelsville 19505.

Estimated value$390,881
CheaperTypical $326,773Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,374 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 51 E Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBechtelsville 19505Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,88170% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28486% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,374 ft²37% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac64% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than195224% of homes41% of homes

About 51 E Chestnut St

How much is 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA is $390,881 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $373,140 to $408,622. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA last sell?

51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA last sold on Sep 16, 2011 for $189,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA?

51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,374 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA built?

51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA?

51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA is assigned to Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Boyertown Area Senior High School (high), rated A-; Boyertown Area Middle School-East (middle), rated A. All sit in Boyertown Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA compare to other homes in Bechtelsville 19505?

Among the 1,486 homes in Bechtelsville 19505, it is worth more than 70% of them ($390,881 against a typical $326,773), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($284 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,374 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1952 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 69% 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 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51 E Chestnut St, Bechtelsville, PA was $1,707. The county assessed it at $148,900.

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