OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2015 for $235K

$447,593

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,811/mo

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1 ba

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2,251

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197 Congo Rd, Gilbertsville, PA 19525

About this home

This 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home sits on 1+ wooded acres in Gilbertsville. The kitchen features tile flooring, beautiful cherry cabinets, pantry and ample counter and cabinet space. The newly upgraded study/den has radiant floor heat. Hardwood flooring flows throughout the entire home. The large living room has vaulted ceilings with a stone fireplace that encases a new highly efficient pellet stove. The home has a brand new highly efficient furnace and hot water heater. Keep cool with central air conditioning. Relax and entertain on the large back trek deck that overlooks a large yard with shed. There is plenty of room for gardening. The large basement has plenty of storage and could be easily finished off for more living space. Home is located close to major routes rt. 73, rt. 100 and rt. 663 for an easy commute.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

1.19 acresLot Size

$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Kurt Davidheiser • Herb Real Estate, Inc.

•610-369-7004 (broker)

Bought with Andy Herb • Herb Real Estate, Inc.

•610-369-7004 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1002657062

Redfin Estimate

$447,593

$213K since sold in September 2015$4,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($453K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$445,000
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
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B
3 beds1 bath1,963 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$426,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,877 sq ft
3070 Middle Creek Rd, Gilbertsville, PA 19525
SOLD OCT 13, 2026
$365,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,795 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$495,555
E
3 beds3 baths2,181 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$561,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,908 sq ft
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Market trends in 19525, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

101.5%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$585K

$172 MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

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Sale history for 197 Congo Rd

Date

Event

Price

GLVRMLS #500379

Sep 18, 2015

Sold

$235,000

$104/sq ft

Jul 21, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 16, 2015

Listed

$235,000

$104/sq ft

+20

TREND #6610443

Sep 18, 2015

Sold

$235,000

$104/sq ft

Jul 21, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 15, 2015

Listed

$235,000

$104/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1002657062

Sep 18, 2015

Sold

$235,000

$104/sq ft

Jul 21, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Jul 15, 2015

Listed

$235,000

$104/sq ft

TREND #6182540

Aug 2, 2013

Sold

$215,000

$96/sq ft

May 14, 2013

Pending

—

May 7, 2013

Price Changed

$215,000

$96/sq ft

Mar 11, 2013

Listed

$224,900

$100/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003361980

Aug 2, 2013

Sold

$215,000

$96/sq ft

May 11, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Mar 11, 2013

Listed

$215,000

$96/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1006844392

Jan 6, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Jul 10, 2010

Listed

$269,900

$120/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 25, 2006

Sold

$275,000

$122/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PAMC133326

May 18, 2006

Listed

$275,000

$122/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 13, 2000

Sold

$152,000

$68/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PAMC281364

Apr 7, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Nov 23, 1999

Listed

$152,000

$68/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 28, 1985

Sold

$71,000

$32/sq ft

Tax history for 197 Congo Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

125 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.19 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,743

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Montgomery County

APN

320001020001

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2026.

R-1

Residential District

It is the intent of the R-1 Residential District to establish reasonable standards that control and promote the continuation of agricultural uses and limited single-family detached dwelling unit development in Douglass Township. The district will direct low-density residential uses into areas of Douglass Township that are not now served and are not intended to be served by future extension of public sewer and water facilities.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Attached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco, Stone
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Energy Efficient
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
Sidewalks

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 125
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,850
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $124,670
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $3,592

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
200+ Amp Service
Oil, Baseboard
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
High School: BOYERTOWN AREA JHS-EAST
School District Name: BOYERTOWN AREA

Location Information
Cross Street: SMITH
Directions: Rt. 73W to L on Congo Rd.
Municipality: DOUGLASS TWP

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,743
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 320001020001

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Gilbertsville Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Boyertown Area Junior High School-East

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

9/10

Boyertown Area Senior High School

Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

22% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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$426,000 – $515,000

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Home values near 197 Congo Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
202 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$373,903
194 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2466 Sq. Ft.	$610,520

Address	Redfin Estimate
200 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1684 Sq. Ft.	$429,896
180 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$402,915

Address	Redfin Estimate
198 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1770 Sq. Ft.	$408,091
172 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1272 Sq. Ft.	$328,657

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