Off market feb 2008 for $111K

$170,505

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $899/mo

•

1,168

sq ft

279 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

This old house is ready for a handyman! This lovely little home is looking for a buyer with fix-up experience. The home is on a quaint village street with a long backyard that borders Bowers Park. Plenty of off-street parking is available via the back alley. Enjoy Bowers, PA and all of its charms. Get out your bicycles and head to the Chile Pepper festival, parks, farmers' markets, antiquing at Renninger's and Kutztown University. Great investment opportunity--- fix it up and rent to local professionals, Kutztown professors or invest, live and enjoy in the property yourself. This property is being sold in as is condition.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

5,227 sq ftLot Size

$146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Sarah Stauffer • Kurfiss Sotheby's Int. Realty

Bought with Donna Gasper • Prudential Patt White Real Est

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•Source:GLVRMLS #288458

Redfin Estimate

$170,505

$60K since sold in February 2008$3,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 35.5% lower than the average sale price ($264K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$225,000
A
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11 W Hunter St, Lyon Station, PA 19536
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$321,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,352 sq ft
155 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$250,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,105 sq ft
233 Constitution Blvd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$320,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,096 sq ft
18 S Callowhill St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$115,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,548 sq ft
15845 Kutztown Rd, Maxatawny, PA 19538
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$355,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,744 sq ft
219 Bastian Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530

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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 279 Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

GLVRMLS #288458

Feb 29, 2008

Sold

$111,000

$95/sq ft

Oct 1, 2007

Listed

$105,000

$90/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK103534

Dec 4, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Oct 1, 2007

Listed

$111,000

$95/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 27, 2005

Sold

$98,000

$84/sq ft

GLVRMLS #217073

Jun 17, 2005

Sold

$98,000

$84/sq ft

Apr 13, 2005

Listed

$99,900

$86/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK139990

May 7, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Apr 12, 2005

Listed

$98,000

$84/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 14, 1997

Sold

$31,500

$27/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,811

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2025

$2,811 (+1.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2024

$2,763 (+3.3%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2023

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2022

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2021

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2020

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2019

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2018

$2,674 (+0.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2017

$2,655

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2015

$2,655 (−0.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2014

$2,675 (+1.2%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2013

$2,642 (+2.4%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2012

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2011

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2010

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

Tax history for 279 Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,811

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2025

$2,811 (+1.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2024

$2,763 (+3.3%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2023

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2022

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2021

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2020

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2019

$2,674

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2018

$2,674 (+0.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2017

$2,655

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2015

$2,655 (−0.7%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2014

$2,675 (+1.2%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2013

$2,642 (+2.4%)

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2012

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2011

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

2010

$2,580

$41,000 + $25,900

$66,900

*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

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,168

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

63545212863339

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
Features: Off Street, On Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Has Basement
Basement Information: Exterior Entry, Full

Room 1 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 19.00 x 11.00
Length: 19.0
Width: 11.0

Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.0

Room 3 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 16.00 x 11.00
Length: 16.0
Width: 11.0

Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.0

Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0

Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0

Laundry Information
Features: Lower Level

Equipment
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater
Water Heater: Electric

Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Other Features: Attic, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Storage

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Details: Aluminum Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Shed
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 5,227
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Source: Other
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Res

Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,168

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $66,900

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,363.44

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Community/Coop Sewer
Water Source: Community/Coop

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Space Heater

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Curbs

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,168
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545212863339

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Kutztown El School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

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 98° 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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Estimated sale price

$162,000 – $197,000

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Home values near 279 Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
284 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1860 Sq. Ft.	$223,526
274 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$293,721
269 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2160 Sq. Ft.	$225,414
277 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1482 Sq. Ft.	$276,302
301 Bowers Rd, Bowers, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$534,916
2 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2976 Sq. Ft.	$401,245
12 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1830 Sq. Ft.	$225,212

Address	Redfin Estimate
278 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2458 Sq. Ft.	$292,880
250 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$312,877
240 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1351 Sq. Ft.	$414,209
273 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 966 Sq. Ft.	$241,228
260 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$363,363
22 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2054 Sq. Ft.	$407,126
39 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3772 Sq. Ft.	$325,319

Address	Redfin Estimate
280 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1894 Sq. Ft.	$247,659
270 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$241,225
281 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2278 Sq. Ft.	$261,111
301 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2570 Sq. Ft.	$529,737
248 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$326,703
28 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1882 Sq. Ft.	$288,238
36 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$340,910

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