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$496,985$171 / 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 89How 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 $380,000 on Dec 5, 2023

89 FORREST RD

MERTZTOWN, PA 19539
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
2,912 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.
41.98 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.
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$497K
$440K low$553K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Dec 5, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,369 (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.$136,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,900

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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
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
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.Yes
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.DeckShed · 144 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
Brandywine Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.2 mi
M
Brandywine Heights Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 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

89 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 86% of homes in Berks County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Mertztown 19539
  • Among the largest lots in Berks County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Mertztown 19539

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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$150K$799K

This home is worth more than 82% 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$496,985
CheaperTypical $355,162Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,912 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size41.98 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 89 Forrest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMertztown 19539Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$496,98582% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17120% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,912 ft²91% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than41.98 ac96% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than193027% of homes32% of homes

About 89 Forrest Rd

How much is 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA is $496,985 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $440,494 to $553,476. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sell?

89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA last sold on Dec 5, 2023 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,912 square feet of living space.

When was 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA built?

89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

89 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 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA compare to other homes in Mertztown 19539?

Among the 1,950 homes in Mertztown 19539, it is worth more than 82% of them ($496,985 against a typical $355,162), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($171 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,912 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (41.98 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1930 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 86% 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 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 89 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA was $1,369. The county assessed it at $136,700.

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