OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2016 for $174K

$331,752

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,185/mo

•

1,554

sq ft

153 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

Updated Cape Cod style home with an open main level floor plan. Many recent upgrades to the home. This home is in move-in condition just waiting for new owners. Two bedrooms on the main level makes one floor living possible with the laundry on this level. The upper level could be used as a master suite with a living area, bedroom and a full bath. Front porch overlooks an open field and the rear deck provides a quiet outdoor living area. Fenced in back yard is perfect for your pets.

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

10,019 sq ftLot Size

$213Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Karen Kean • Pagoda Realty ERA Powered

•610-985-7700 (broker)

•crstringer@msn.com (broker)

Bought with Loren Keim • Century 21 Keim Realtors

•610-395-0393 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1002757324

Redfin Estimate

$331,752

$157K since sold in March 2016$2,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 2.6% lower than the average sale price ($341K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$350,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,616 sq ft
40 S Laurel St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$302,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,496 sq ft
24 E High St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$321,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,352 sq ft
155 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$405,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,512 sq ft
417 Sharadin Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$355,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,744 sq ft
219 Bastian Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$311,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,088 sq ft
318 Penn St, Topton, PA 19562

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Market trends in 19539, PA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.6%

+0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$457K

$28K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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Sale history for 153 Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 2, 2016

Sold

$174,900

$113/sq ft

TREND #6689275

Apr 2, 2016

Delisted

—

Mar 30, 2016

Sold

$174,900

$113/sq ft

Feb 10, 2016

Pending

—

Jan 18, 2016

Price Changed

$169,900

$109/sq ft

Dec 31, 2015

Listed

$179,900

$116/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1002757324

Mar 30, 2016

Sold

$174,900

$113/sq ft

Feb 4, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Dec 29, 2015

Listed

$169,900

$109/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 17, 1996

Sold

$80,000

$51/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,681

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2025

$3,681 (+1.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2024

$3,618 (+3.3%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2023

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2022

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2021

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2020

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2019

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2018

$3,501 (+0.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2017

$3,476

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2015

$3,476 (−0.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2014

$3,502 (+1.2%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2013

$3,459 (+2.4%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2012

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2011

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2010

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

Tax history for 153 Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,681

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2025

$3,681 (+1.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2024

$3,618 (+3.3%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2023

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2022

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2021

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2020

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2019

$3,501

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2018

$3,501 (+0.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2017

$3,476

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2015

$3,476 (−0.7%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2014

$3,502 (+1.2%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2013

$3,459 (+2.4%)

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2012

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2011

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

2010

$3,379

$41,500 + $46,100

$87,600

*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

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,554

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

63545204844162

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

HISTORIC OVERLAY

Neighborhood Commercial District

To provide for a carefully controlled selection of light commercial uses in locations that have a mixed commercial-residential character. To provide for commercial uses that are primarily designed to serve nearby neighborhoods. To make sure that these uses are compatible with nearby residences. To encourage the redevelopment of existing commercial uses that are not appropriate near residences

Zone overlays

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Religious facility
Bank
Laundromat
General retail
Housing-Single unit
Medical office
Cemetery

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway, Attached Garage, Other

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $46,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Block
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Main Entrance Orientation: East
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
Street Lights, Satellite Dish

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

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $41,500

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,554
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $87,600
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Annual Amount: $3,477

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Oil, Heat Pump - Oil BackUp, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
High School: KUTZTOWN AREA SENIOR
School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA

Location Information
Cross Street: .
Municipality: MAXATAWNY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,554
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545204844162

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Kutztown El School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Mertztown, PA • 19539

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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3.9 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$316,000 – $382,000

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Home values near 153 Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
159 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1494 Sq. Ft.	$234,711
136 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$373,808
157 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1250 Sq. Ft.	$261,786
131 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1211 Sq. Ft.	$301,258
145 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1408 Sq. Ft.	$286,722
149 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1024 Sq. Ft.	$191,320
6 Clover Strip Ln, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1438 Sq. Ft.	$349,556

Address	Redfin Estimate
163 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1678 Sq. Ft.	$306,307
94 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1772 Sq. Ft.	$419,711
147 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1024 Sq. Ft.	$237,837
111 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 6 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2640 Sq. Ft.	$344,515
141 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1715 Sq. Ft.	$295,514
Bowers Rd, Bowers, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1438 Sq. Ft.	$332,868
25 Clover Strip Ln, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1712 Sq. Ft.	$332,518

Address	Redfin Estimate
191 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 4683 Sq. Ft.	$459,741
155 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1352 Sq. Ft.	$326,749
137 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1490 Sq. Ft.	$356,406
130 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1986 Sq. Ft.	$324,679
116 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1301 Sq. Ft.	$292,525
14 Clover Strip Ln, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2184 Sq. Ft.	$359,356
485 Fleetwood Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$239,283

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