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$439,862$199 / 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 99How 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 $220,000 on Oct 14, 2014

88 FORREST RD

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,208 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.
3.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$440K
$435K low$445K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Oct 14, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,196 (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.$119,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$42,800

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.Yes
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.Garage, Detached
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.Shed · 144 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.5 mi
M
Brandywine Heights Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Brandywine Heights High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

88 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 78% of homes in Berks County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Berks County
  • Older than 97% 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.

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$158K$799K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$439,862
CheaperTypical $355,177Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,619 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size3.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 88 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$439,86273% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19939% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,208 ft²75% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.24 ac77% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than18607% of homes3% of homes

About 88 Forrest Rd

How much is 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is $439,862 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $434,851 to $444,873. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sell?

88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sold on Oct 14, 2014 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,208 square feet of living space.

When was 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA built?

88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

88 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 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 73% of them ($439,862 against a typical $355,177), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($199 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,208 ft² against a typical 1,619 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (3.24 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1860 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 78% 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 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 88 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was $1,196. The county assessed it at $119,400.

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