OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2013 for $154K

$291,801

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,244/mo

•

1,485

sq ft

98 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

About this home

Adorable story and a half single in the quaint village of Bowers, Kutztown School District. Exposed wood flooring add warmth and charm. Large Master bedroom on the upper floor has a cedar closet for all those special things. The hall bath has a tile floor with tub/shower, the lower level has a spacious family room & a wet bar for entertaining. The eat in kitchen is very inviting and the den/office/bedroom gives you added space. 2 first floor bedrooms to accommodate your needs. 1 car detached garage, fenced yard, beautiful, professionally landscaped back yard with pergola, patio, privacy and peacefulness. Walk to village restaurant, post office and park.

Single-familyProperty Type

1945Year Built

8,276 sq ftLot Size

$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Joann Schmura • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Bought with Iris Klein • RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown

•610-770-9000 (broker)

•betsy@lehighvalleyhomes.com (broker)

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1004189604

Redfin Estimate

$291,801

$137K since sold in April 2013$3,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 9.2% lower than the average sale price ($321K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 27, 2026
$350,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,616 sq ft
40 S Laurel St, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$355,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,744 sq ft
219 Bastian Rd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$321,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,352 sq ft
155 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$350,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,536 sq ft
511 Freehall St, Mertztown, PA 19539
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$250,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,105 sq ft
233 Constitution Blvd, Kutztown, PA 19530
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$302,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,496 sq ft
24 E High St, Topton, PA 19562

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$1,810/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 98 Old Bowers Rd

Date

Event

Price

TREND #6146153

Apr 26, 2013

Sold

$154,900

$104/sq ft

Mar 12, 2013

Price Changed

$154,900

$104/sq ft

Mar 12, 2013

Pending

—

Mar 7, 2013

Delisted

—

Mar 4, 2013

Price Changed

$149,900

$101/sq ft

Feb 22, 2013

Price Changed

$154,900

$104/sq ft

Dec 19, 2012

Listed

$159,900

$108/sq ft

+10

BRIGHT MLS #1004189604

Apr 26, 2013

Sold

$154,900

$104/sq ft

Mar 11, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Dec 19, 2012

Listed

$154,900

$104/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 11, 2006

Sold

$131,000

$88/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,916

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2025

$2,916 (+1.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2024

$2,866 (+3.3%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2023

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2022

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2021

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2020

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2019

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2018

$2,774 (+0.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2017

$2,754

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2015

$2,754 (−0.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2014

$2,775 (+1.2%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2013

$2,741 (+2.4%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2012

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2011

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2010

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

Tax history for 98 Old Bowers Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,916

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2025

$2,916 (+1.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2024

$2,866 (+3.3%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2023

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2022

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2021

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2020

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2019

$2,774

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2018

$2,774 (+0.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2017

$2,754

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2015

$2,754 (−0.7%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2014

$2,775 (+1.2%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2013

$2,741 (+2.4%)

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2012

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2011

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

2010

$2,677

$41,400 + $28,000

$69,400

*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

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

960

Year built

1945

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

63545212967773

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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,485
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $69,400
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $2,710

Utilities

Utilities Information
100 Amp Service
Oil, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA

Location Information
Cross Street: KOHLER
Directions: FleetwoodLyons Road - Left on Kohler left on Old Bowers
Municipality: MAXATAWNY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 63545212967773

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 • 2.6mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi

7/10

Kutztown Area Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

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

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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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

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Estimated sale price

$278,000 – $336,000

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Home values near 98 Old Bowers Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
95 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1872 Sq. Ft.	$266,877
101 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1468 Sq. Ft.	$355,267
87 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1714 Sq. Ft.	$342,928
120 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1230 Sq. Ft.	$315,655
26 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$344,264
45 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1208 Sq. Ft.	$367,255
21 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1516 Sq. Ft.	$325,073

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1220 Sq. Ft.	$213,139
79 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 576 Sq. Ft.	$201,194
106 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$161,307
128 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$299,621
40 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$359,324
49 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1190 Sq. Ft.	$317,299
977 Kohler Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2423 Sq. Ft.	$353,339

Address	Redfin Estimate
104 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$255,355
90 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$307,455
100 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1617 Sq. Ft.	$334,701
36 Old Bowers Road, Maxatawny Township, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$310,887
34 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$309,177
14 Drosmo Drive, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$321,462
957 Kohler Road, Mertztown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1729 Sq. Ft.	$356,187

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