OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2019 for $246K

$414,781

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,977/mo

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3,031

sq ft

51 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

Exceptionally well maintained and updated 4 unit in historic Bowers! 51 Old Bowers Rd is situated on a large, flat lot with plenty of off street parking, a detached 2 car garage (both currently rented). Each apartment has a private patio or porch. A detached former smokehouse offers the potential for additional storage rental income. Each apartment has been updated with modern kitchen and bathrooms. All 4 units have been converted to electric baseboard heat with the tenants paying their own heat/hot water. Unit 1 offers 2 beds with a possible 3rd bed or office space. Unit 2 is a spacious 2 bedroom apartment with Unit 3/4 both having 1 bedroom. Your tenants will enjoy private country living while still being close to shopping/dining and the major roadways. Additional Features include: Replacement windows, newer hot water heaters, Kutztown School District. Well cared for properties like this don't come along too often, this is one worthy of your inspection!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1910Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$137Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Chip Schmoyer • RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate

•610-266-4000 (broker)

•72026.511@compuserve.com (broker)

Bought with Cecilia Leone • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK349972

Redfin Estimate

$414,781

$168K since sold in December 2019$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 0.3% lower than the average sale price ($416K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$305,000
A
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537 Marshall Ave, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD NOV 2, 2026
$345,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,304 sq ft
238 Penn St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$785,000
C
5 beds4 baths3,240 sq ft
1196 Glassywing Pl, Breinigsville, PA 18031
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$230,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,304 sq ft
209 W Franklin St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$480,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,810 sq ft
720 Topton Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$350,000
F
4 beds3 baths1,686 sq ft
337 E Main St, Kutztown, PA 19530

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Market trends in 19511, PA

Last updated October 2026

Sale-to-list price

101.2%

Median sale price

$218K

Avg. days on market

21d

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Sale history for 51 Old Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

RENT. #1

Feb 3, 2022

Price Changed

$900

$0/sq ft

GLVRMLS #628132

Dec 12, 2019

Sold

$246,900

$81/sq ft

Nov 2, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 30, 2019

Listed

$239,900

$79/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK349972

Dec 12, 2019

Sold

$246,900

$81/sq ft

Nov 2, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 28, 2019

Listed

$239,900

$79/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 4, 2009

Sold

$195,000

$64/sq ft

Public Records

May 30, 2007

Sold

$160,132

$53/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 13, 2006

Sold

$142,500

$47/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,059

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2025

$5,059 (+1.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2024

$4,972 (+3.3%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2023

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2022

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2021

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2020

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2019

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2018

$4,813 (+0.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2017

$4,778

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2015

$4,778 (−0.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2014

$4,813 (+1.2%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2013

$4,755 (+2.4%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2012

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2011

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2010

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

Tax history for 51 Old Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,059

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2025

$5,059 (+1.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2024

$4,972 (+3.3%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2023

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2022

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2021

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2020

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2019

$4,813

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2018

$4,813 (+0.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2017

$4,778

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2015

$4,778 (−0.7%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2014

$4,813 (+1.2%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2013

$4,755 (+2.4%)

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2012

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2011

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

2010

$4,644

$42,600 + $77,800

$120,400

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,032

Year built

1910

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Berks County

APN

63545212869803

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Mar 23, 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 Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 12
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
# of Open Parking Spaces: 10
Detached Garage, Driveway, Parking Lot

Interior

Interior Information
Interior Features: Attic, CeilngFan(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full

Multi Unit Information
# of One Bedroom Units: 2
# of Two Bedroom Units: 2
# of Vacant Units: 1
# of Units Leased: 3
Units Furnished: None
Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 4,Unit 3
Gross Income: $30,317
Income Includes: Apartment Rentals, Other
Operating Expense Includes: Trash, Insurance

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $77,800
Insurance Expense: $1,209
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
# of Units (Total): 4
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle, Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)

Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s)

Lot Information
Lot Features: SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $42,600

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,031
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $284
County Tax: $922
School Tax: $3,606
Tax Assessed Value: $120,400
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $4,813

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019

Lease Information
Existing Lease Type: Yearly

Rental Information
Total Actual Rent: $30,317

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
Electric Previous 12 Months: $525.87
Electric Average / Month: $44
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Trash Expense: $1,020
Water Average / Month: $127
Water Previous 12 Months: $1,522.05
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No

Location

School Information
School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Cross Street: Bowers Road
Directions: Please Use GPS, property address may also show up as a "Bowers" address.
Municipality: MAXATAWNY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,032
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545212869803

Home facts updated by county records on Mar 23, 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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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

$395,000 – $477,000

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Home values near 51 Old Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2824 Sq. Ft.	$554,869
28 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1882 Sq. Ft.	$288,238
36 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$340,910
59 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2508 Sq. Ft.	$314,144
39 Old Bowers Road, Unknown, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$407,905
280 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1894 Sq. Ft.	$247,659
45 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2952 Sq. Ft.	$283,956

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2976 Sq. Ft.	$401,245
12 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1830 Sq. Ft.	$225,212
31 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 4700 Sq. Ft.	$443,960
79 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 576 Sq. Ft.	$201,194
284 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1860 Sq. Ft.	$223,526
274 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$293,721
320 Bowers Road, Kutztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1166 Sq. Ft.	$302,825

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2054 Sq. Ft.	$407,126
39 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3772 Sq. Ft.	$325,319
25 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1720 Sq. Ft.	$246,944
87 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1714 Sq. Ft.	$342,928
278 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2458 Sq. Ft.	$292,880
270 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$241,225
281 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2278 Sq. Ft.	$261,111

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