OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2020 for $217K

$342,928

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,620/mo

•

1,714

sq ft

87 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

This classic brick Cape cod is bigger than it looks and is in move in condition. First floor main bedroom and first floor laundry allow easy living without the need for stairs. Wood floors are present under carpets if you prefer. Recent upgrades include a new refrigerator and washer/dryer as well as a new bilco door to the basement and replacement windows on entire second floor. Great location just minutes from the Bowers Hotel and walking distance to a large public park. You'll also enjoy the quiet country setting including horse and buggies traveling past the front of this home as well as the privacy of the fenced rear yard. One car detached garage and a large partially finished basement.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$200Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Matt Wolf • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Bought with Kathy Cicala • RE/MAX Achievers-Collegeville

•610-489-5900 (broker)

•achieversoffice@achieverspa.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK366502

Redfin Estimate

$342,928

$125K since sold in December 2020$5,000 since October

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 8.8% higher than the average sale price ($315K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD NOV 21, 2025
$301,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,909 sq ft
350 College Blvd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$270,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,994 sq ft
219 N Whiteoak St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$263,000
C
4 beds1.5 baths1,440 sq ft
114 E Smith St, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$351,500
D
4 beds1.5 baths2,028 sq ft
140 Hoch Ave, Topton, PA 19562
SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$350,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,616 sq ft
40 S Laurel St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$355,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,744 sq ft
219 Bastian Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530

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$2,318/mo

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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 87 Old Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

GLVRMLS #654199

Dec 29, 2020

Sold

$217,500

$127/sq ft

Nov 20, 2020

Pending

—

Nov 3, 2020

Listed

$210,000

$123/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK366502

Dec 29, 2020

Sold

$217,500

$127/sq ft

Nov 23, 2020

Pending

—

Nov 10, 2020

Price Changed

$215,000

$125/sq ft

Nov 10, 2020

Relisted

—

Nov 9, 2020

Pending

—

Oct 30, 2020

Listed

$210,000

$123/sq ft

TREND #7223685

Aug 13, 2018

Sold

$145,000

$85/sq ft

Jul 30, 2018

Pending

—

Jul 26, 2018

Listed

$159,000

$93/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1002105142

Aug 13, 2018

Sold

$145,000

$85/sq ft

Jul 30, 2018

Pending

—

Jul 26, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Jul 26, 2018

Listed

$159,000

$93/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,576

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2025

$3,576 (+1.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2024

$3,515 (+3.3%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2023

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2022

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2021

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2020

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2019

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2018

$3,402 (+0.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2017

$3,377

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2015

$3,377 (−0.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2014

$3,402 (+1.2%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2013

$3,361 (+2.4%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2012

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2011

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2010

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

Tax history for 87 Old Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,576

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2025

$3,576 (+1.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2024

$3,515 (+3.3%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2023

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2022

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2021

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2020

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2019

$3,402

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2018

$3,402 (+0.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2017

$3,377

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2015

$3,377 (−0.7%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2014

$3,402 (+1.2%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2013

$3,361 (+2.4%)

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2012

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2011

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

2010

$3,282

$41,300 + $43,800

$85,100

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,476

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

63545212966808

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 Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Outside Entrance

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $43,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Play Area

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 116 X 71
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $41,300

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,714
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $201
County Tax: $652
School Tax: $2,549
Tax Assessed Value: $85,100
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $3,402

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Location

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

Location Information
Directions: For best results, please refer to GPS
Municipality: MAXATAWNY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,476
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545212966808

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 • 2.3mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

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

21% 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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44°

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52°

81°

62°

86°

67°

80°

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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.

9 hrs

3.9 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$326,000 – $395,000

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Home values near 87 Old Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2824 Sq. Ft.	$554,869
51 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3031 Sq. Ft.	$414,781
59 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2508 Sq. Ft.	$314,144
98 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1485 Sq. Ft.	$291,801
120 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1230 Sq. Ft.	$315,655
26 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$344,264
45 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1208 Sq. Ft.	$367,255

Address	Redfin Estimate
95 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1872 Sq. Ft.	$266,877
104 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$255,355
79 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 576 Sq. Ft.	$201,194
106 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$161,307
36 Old Bowers Rd, Maxatawny Township, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$310,887
40 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$359,324
14 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$321,462

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1220 Sq. Ft.	$213,139
101 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1468 Sq. Ft.	$355,267
90 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$307,455
100 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1617 Sq. Ft.	$334,701
45 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2952 Sq. Ft.	$283,956
34 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$309,177
21 Drosmo Dr, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1516 Sq. Ft.	$325,073

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