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284 Forrest Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539
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Tax history for 284 Forrest Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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- Zoning
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.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 Detached Garage Spaces: 4
- Garage Features: Other
- # of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
- Has Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 4
- # of Open Parking Spaces: 6
- Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
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- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 4
- # of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
- # of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 4
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 5
- Interior Information
- Appliances: Oven - Wall, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Entry Location: Foyer
- Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
- Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), CeilngFan(s), Exposed Beams, Breakfast Area
- Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
- Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
- Room Information
- # of Rooms: 11
- Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Office
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Stone
- Basement Information
- Basement: Yes
- Full, Unfinished
Exterior
- Property Information
- Not Federal Flood Zone
- Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
- Improvement Assessed Value: $326,100
- Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
- Property Condition: Good
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Building Information
- Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
- Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Other Structures: Above Grade
- Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Balcony
- Roof: Pitched, Shingle
- Structure Type: Detached
- Window Features: Bay/Bow
- Other Structures: Barn/Farm Building, Barn
- Exterior Information
- Exterior Lighting
- Pool Information
- Personal Pool
- Access To Pool
- In Ground
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Irregular, Level, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
- Tidal Water: No
- Land Information
- Land Assessed Value: $36,200
- Above Grade Information
- Finished Sq.Ft.: 5,804
- Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Assessed Value: $362,300
- Tax Year: 2018
- Tax Annual Amount: $16,160
Utilities
- Utilities Information
- Cooling Type: Geothermal
- Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
- 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Forced Air, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
- Hot Water: Electric
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
- Cable TV
- Water Source: Well
Location
- School Information
- School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
- Location Information
- Cross Street: FORREST RD
- Directions: Rt. 12 becomes Fleetwood-Lyons Rd, R on Forrest, house at end.
- Location Type: Creek
- Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
- Waterfrontage Information
- Water Access
- Water Oriented
- Water Body Type: Creek
Public facts
- Beds: 5
- Baths: 5.0
- Sq. Ft.: 7,486
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 11.78 acres
- Style: Vacant Land
- Year Built: 1904
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Berks County
- APN: 59546200748126
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 1.3mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5 days above 96° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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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