Google street view image for 205 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

Off Market Sep 2024 for $495K

$478,547

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,479/mo

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1,952

sq ft

205 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

Wow! Is the word that describes this beautifully designed home full of character and charm at every turn. Set on just under two private and peaceful acres, you will enjoy the sights and sounds of nature all year long. As you wind your way home through the countryside, your cares will slip away as you step inside this unique home filled with elements of stone, wood, and brick throughout. Stone walkway leading to your covered brick patio welcomes you and your guests. Enjoy any morning or evening from here as you peer into the forest of tall trees and ferns. As you enter, you will be greeted by beautiful wood timbers and brick wall, which centers this home offering passive warmth on those chilly nights from your woodstove. Southern exposure compliments everything, while the bank style construction helps cool things down in the summer. Family and dining rooms offer large glass doors giving you beautiful views all year long. Kitchen and dining area is filled with brick and wood accents along with exposed wood beam ceiling. Plenty of counterspace and built in wooden desk add to functionality and charm. Living room features beautiful hardwood floors and exposed brick wall. First floor powder room and laundry complete the main level. Ascend to the upper level on the floating wooden staircase. Here you will find beautiful hardwood floors throughout, along with exposed wood beam ceilings. Four spacious bedrooms, including one with an outside exit for your personal needs. Primary suite offers like new walk in glass shower and walk in closet. Take the stairs to the attic giving you plenty of storage space along with walk up attic over the garage too. Attached side entry garage keeps you out of the elements all year long. Plenty of outdoor parking space for your trailer too. Enjoy the outdoors including all the birds and four-legged friends who will visit every day. This beautiful home and property is the private oasis you have been dreaming of. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

Single-familyProperty Type

1981Year Built

1.88 acresLot Size

$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jeff Martin • Century 21 Gold

•610-779-2500 (broker)

•office@c21gold.com (broker)

Bought with Mike Dragotta • Coldwell Banker Hearthside-Allentown

•610-465-5600 (broker)

•info@cbhearthside.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK2044702

Redfin Estimate

$478,547

$16K since sold in September 2024$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.8% lower than the average sale price ($482K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$493,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,704 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$585,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,652 sq ft
13 Timothy Dr, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$427,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,840 sq ft
536 Celia Ave, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$400,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,659 sq ft
436 Linden Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$573,800
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,224 sq ft
87 Ivy League Dr, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$415,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,284 sq ft
147 Smoketown Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

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Market trends in 19539, PA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$405K

$92 MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

1 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 205 Forrest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,439

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2025

$6,439 (−0.7%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2024

$6,482 (+2.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2023

$6,350 (+2.3%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2022

$6,208 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2021

$6,161 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2020

$6,115 (+1.5%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2019

$6,026 (+1.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2018

$5,963 (+1.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2017

$5,857 (+0.6%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2015

$5,822

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2014

$5,823 (+2.5%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2013

$5,679 (+4.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2012

$5,456 (+1.4%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2011

$5,382 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2010

$5,341

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

Tax history for 205 Forrest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,439

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2025

$6,439 (−0.7%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2024

$6,482 (+2.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2023

$6,350 (+2.3%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2022

$6,208 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2021

$6,161 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2020

$6,115 (+1.5%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2019

$6,026 (+1.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2018

$5,963 (+1.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2017

$5,857 (+0.6%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2015

$5,822

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2014

$5,823 (+2.5%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2013

$5,679 (+4.1%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2012

$5,456 (+1.4%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2011

$5,382 (+0.8%)

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

2010

$5,341

$38,100 + $99,000

$137,100

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

81,892

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,952

Year built

1981

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

59546200644862

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2024.

CONS

Conservation District

It is the purpose of this District implement the provisions of Section 604. 1 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, which encourages the protection of the natural, scenic and historic values in the environment of the Township and the preservation the forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains from fragmentation or the encroachment of development, which would degrade the unique rural character, the quality of natural wildlife habitats, or the unique scenic beauty of Longswamp Township. Because of this, intensive residential development will not be permitted. Limited nonresidential uses, with their accessory uses, that are compatible with the physical characteristics of the land within the District will also be permitted. Development activities in this District will be encouraged to utilize the Conservation Subdivision Growing Greener design options to further implement the protection and preservation goals of the District.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Warehouse
Infrastructure
Public service
Fire house
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Heavy Duty, Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, Built-Ins, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Brick, Dry Wall, Masonry, Wood Ceilings, Wood Walls

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Corner, Wood

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $99,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Batts Insulation, Block, Blown-In Insulation, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Masonry, Stick Built, Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting

Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Rural, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $38,100

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,592
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $439
County Tax: $1,050
School Tax: $4,933
Tax Assessed Value: $137,100
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $6,423

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Baseboard - Electric, Solar - Passive, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Electric, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV Available, Phone Available
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Directions: Rt 12 E/Warren St Bypass, continue onto Pricetown Rd, Left onto Forgedale, Forgedale becomes Lyons Rd, slight Right onto Bowers Rd, Right onto Fleetwood Rd, Continue on Main St, Right onto Forrest Rd, turn Left to stay on Forrest Rd, property is on the Left
Location Type: Rural
Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
Road Surface Type: Paved

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,952
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.88 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59546200644862
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Oct 23, 2024

Around this home

Schools

Brandywine Heights Elementary School

Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 1.3mi

5/10

Brandywine Heights High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

6/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 96° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

12% 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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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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Estimated sale price

$455,000 – $551,000

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Home values near 205 Forrest Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
284 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5804 Sq. Ft.	$849,839
215 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$405,708

Address	Redfin Estimate
300 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1370 Sq. Ft.	$350,577
90 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2680 Sq. Ft.	$595,804

Address	Redfin Estimate
235 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2448 Sq. Ft.	$477,771
77 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 800 Sq. Ft.	$223,244

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