NOT LISTED FOR SALE

71 Forest View Dr Mertztown, PA 19539

Maxatawny Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $320,408 - $344,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,836 Sq Ft
$182/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2019

Last sale price $203,500 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,914/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Central Air
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2019

Fantastic Bi-Level located in Maxatawny Twp, Kutztown School District! This 4 bedroom, 1.5 Bath offers a large amount of living/entertaining space nestled within a country setting. Situated on a corner lot, featuring a large front yard, vinyl fenced side yard, covered patio and hot tub area! The open floor plan flows well through the home from the living room into the dining area and beautiful kitchen offering custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and tile flooring throughout will make you feel at home. With 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath finishing off the main floor, you can head to the lower level that features the family room, another bedroom and half bath that flows out on to the covered patio and hot tub area. Spend the warmer months on the large Trex Deck entertaining friends and family. Home also offers a durable metal shingled roof, 2 car attached garage, and a large driveway able to fit 4+ vehicles!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Howard Schaeffer

RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown Listed on: 09/05/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Larry Ginsburg

BHHS Regency Real Estate

BHHS Regency Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,105

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7478
  • Assessor Parcel Number 63-5452-12-95-7478

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,105

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Remarks Public: Fantastic Bi-Level located in Maxatawny Twp, Kutztown School District! This 4 bedroom, 1.5 Bath offers a large amount of living/entertaining space nestled within a country setting. Situated on a corner lot, featuring a large front yard, vinyl fenced side yard, covered patio and hot tub area! The open floor plan flows well through the home from the living room into the dining area and beautiful kitchen offering custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and tile flooring throughout will make you feel at home. With 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath finishing off the main floor, you can head to the lower level that features the family room, another bedroom and half bath that flows out on to the covered patio and hot tub area. Spend the warmer months on the large Trex Deck entertaining friends and family. Home also offers a durable metal shingled roof, 2 car attached garage, and a large driveway able to fit 4+ vehicles!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 1836
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1836
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 138.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1440
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 396
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 396
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 71

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 4
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: KUTZTOWN AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397316
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 60400.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 42300.00
  • Land Use Code: 105A
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 16988.00
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1537564
  • School Tax: 3076.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4105.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 63-5452-12-95-7478
  • Tax Lot: 7478
  • Tax Page Number: 61
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1836
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 10/18/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2006
Sold by
Thompson Thomas M and Thompson Linda K
Bought by
Prange John F and Gappa Lori Ann
Current Estimated Value
$330,246

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Prange John F $218,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Denora Michael J $195,406
Closed Prange John F $201,812
Closed Prange John F $210,000
Closed Prange John F $205,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Sold $203,500 +2.3% $111 / Sq Ft
09/08/2019 09/08/19 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2019 09/05/19 For Sale $199,000 -- $108 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,254 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2024 $4,241 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2023 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2022 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2021 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2020 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2019 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2018 $4,105 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2017 $4,076 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2016 $979 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2015 $979 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
2014 $979 $102,700 $42,300 $60,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Howard Schaeffer

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Howard Schaeffer

    RE/MAX

    (610) 770-9000

    292 Total Sales

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  • Larry Ginsburg

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Larry Ginsburg

    BHHS Regency Real Estate

    (610) 393-0892

    327 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK347472

Bright MLS

APN: 63-5452-12-95-7478

Pennsylvania Berks County Mertztown 19539 Maxatawny

71 Forest View Dr, Mertztown, PA

This home is located at 71 Forest View Dr, Mertztown, PA 19539 since 05 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $334,352, approximately $182 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 71 Forest View Dr is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Kutztown Area Senior High School, Pleasant Hills Mennonite School, and LIGHTHOUSE ISLAND ACADEMY.

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