Well maintained ranch home in The Brandywine Heights school district. Newer roof, whole house generator and nice flat lot. There is heated enclosed breeze way for added space and lots of outdoor space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
1.23 acresLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Toby Bower• John Monaghan Group Of Kutztown
Well maintained ranch home in The Brandywine Heights school district. Newer roof, whole house generator and nice flat lot. There is heated enclosed breeze way for added space and lots of outdoor space.
TREND #7214744
Aug 31, 2018
Sold
$189,900
$149/sq ft
Jul 20, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 18, 2018
Price Changed
$189,900
$149/sq ft
Jul 11, 2018
Listed
$195,900
$154/sq ft
+8
BRIGHT MLS #1002021060
Sep 4, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2018
Sold
$189,900
$149/sq ft
Jul 20, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 18, 2018
Price Changed
$189,900
$149/sq ft
Jul 11, 2018
Listed
$195,900
$154/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,429
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2025
$5,429 (−0.7%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2024
$5,466 (+2.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2023
$5,354 (+2.3%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2022
$5,235 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2021
$5,195 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2020
$5,156 (+1.5%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2019
$5,081 (+1.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2018
$5,028 (+1.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2017
$4,938 (+0.6%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2015
$4,909
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2014
$4,910 (+2.5%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2013
$4,788 (+4.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2012
$4,600 (+1.4%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2011
$4,538 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2010
$4,503
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
Tax history for 520 Old Topton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,429
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2025
$5,429 (−0.7%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2024
$5,466 (+2.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2023
$5,354 (+2.3%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2022
$5,235 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2021
$5,195 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2020
$5,156 (+1.5%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2019
$5,081 (+1.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2018
$5,028 (+1.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2017
$4,938 (+0.6%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2015
$4,909
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2014
$4,910 (+2.5%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2013
$4,788 (+4.1%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2012
$4,600 (+1.4%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2011
$4,538 (+0.8%)
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
2010
$4,503
$46,000 + $69,600
$115,600
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.23 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,275
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
59547301285828
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
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 Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $69,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 382 X 150
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $46,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,275
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $115,600
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $5,081
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
200+ Amp Service
Oil
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
High School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: KURT DR
Municipality: LONGSWAMP TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,275
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59547301285828
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brandywine Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Brandywine Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% 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 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$327,000 – $396,000
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