OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2014 for $117K

$247,659

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $972/mo

•

1,894

sq ft

280 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

What more can you ask for? Beauty, charm, character, modern improvements, spacious rooms, great location and much, much more! Tri-color painted front porch, exposed wood beams, built-in living room storage, new roof, repointed exterior, newer HVAX/central air, lovely brick patio, community park just a short stroll away, easy commuting distance to many metro areas. Simply too much to list, so why not see it for yourself.

TownhomeProperty Type

1900Year Built

3,049 sq ftLot Size

$131Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Mark Mohn • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Bought with Mark Mohn • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1003437078

Redfin Estimate

$247,659

$131K since sold in February 2014$8,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 14.4% lower than the average sale price ($289K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$292,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,723 sq ft
119 S Home Ave, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD OCT 26, 2026
$273,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,504 sq ft
131 S Haas St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD NOV 2, 2026
$345,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,304 sq ft
238 Penn St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$305,500
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,097 sq ft
329 W Walnut St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$240,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,592 sq ft
300 E Walnut St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$280,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
32 E Franklin St, Topton, PA 19562

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$2,120/mo

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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 280 Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

TREND #6213574

Jan 31, 2014

Sold

$117,000

$62/sq ft

Dec 26, 2013

Pending

—

Nov 26, 2013

Price Changed

$120,000

$63/sq ft

Sep 27, 2013

Price Changed

$125,000

$66/sq ft

Jul 18, 2013

Price Changed

$129,900

$69/sq ft

Jun 25, 2013

Price Changed

$135,000

$71/sq ft

May 23, 2013

Price Changed

$139,900

$74/sq ft

May 1, 2013

Listed

$145,000

$77/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1003437078

Feb 7, 2014

Sold

$117,000

$62/sq ft

Dec 21, 2013

Listing Removed

—

May 1, 2013

Listed

$120,000

$63/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 25, 2001

Sold

$55,500

$29/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,546

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2025

$3,546 (+1.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2024

$3,486 (+3.3%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2023

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2022

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2021

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2020

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2019

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2018

$3,374 (+0.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2017

$3,349

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2015

$3,349 (−0.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2014

$3,374 (+1.2%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2013

$3,333 (+2.4%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2012

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2011

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2010

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

Tax history for 280 Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,546

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2025

$3,546 (+1.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2024

$3,486 (+3.3%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2023

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2022

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2021

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2020

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2019

$3,374

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2018

$3,374 (+0.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2017

$3,349

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2015

$3,349 (−0.7%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2014

$3,374 (+1.2%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2013

$3,333 (+2.4%)

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2012

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2011

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

2010

$3,255

$40,800 + $43,600

$84,400

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,049 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,894

Year built

1900

Style

Other

County

Berks County

APN

63545212864481

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 Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Lot

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, CeilngFan(s), Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Non-Functioning

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Dirt Floor

Exterior

Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $43,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Semi-Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREGULAR
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $40,800

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,894
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $84,400
Tax Year: 2013
Tax Annual Amount: $3,374

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
100 Amp Service
Gas, Forced Air, Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA

Location Information
Cross Street: OLD BOWERS
Directions: Fleetwood Road to N. on Bowers Rd. , home on R.
Municipality: MAXATAWNY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,894
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545212864481

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 • 2.5mi

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

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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

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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Estimated sale price

$236,000 – $285,000

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Home values near 280 Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
284 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1860 Sq. Ft.	$223,526
250 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$312,877
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
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
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
274 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$293,721
45 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2952 Sq. Ft.	$283,956
279 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1168 Sq. Ft.	$170,505
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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