$500,000
SOLD NOV 26, 2018

107 S Shady Retreat Rd Doylestown, PA 18901

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,086 Sq Ft
2.08 Acres

Recently Sold

$240 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Water Oriented
  • 2.08 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Kutz Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of June 2023

Have you always wanted to live in in a beautifully crafted mountain home full of textures and timbers nestled by a bubbling creek and waterfall? Now you can live your dream? and only a five minute drive to Doylestown Boro! This is one floor living done right in a tastefully remodeled home with a fantastic custom addition creating a flexible floorplan overlooking a truly spectacular outdoor landscape. A circular driveway leads to an automatic gate opening to a fully fenced property with terrific three car detached garage. This property is a slice of heaven backing to the vast fields of Del Val University. Trails through the woods and fields to enjoy along with the serenity of being connected to preserved land. The bones of the original ranch home remain but most everything else has been remodeled with the great room addition as the heart of it all. Muscular timber frame, cathedral ceilings of tongue and groove pine, stone floors with radiant heat, walls of windows, a stone wood burning fireplace, French doors to the spectacular multi-level patio all combine to create a mountain home ambiance. The fireplace is two sided so the fire can be enjoyed in the living room as well as the great room. Wood floors are found throughout the main part of the home with the exception of the gorgeous custom granite floors in the freshly painted kitchen with dining area. Decorative lighting above the expansive cabinets is a finishing touch. Three generously sized bedrooms with good closet space share a full bath on the main floor. There is even central vac! The basement has been partially transformed into a rec room with the second full bath, carpeting and a soapstone wood stove. Sliders lead you to the lower level patio. And what an outdoor space! Extensive landscape lighting, stone sitting walls, paver patios, stamped concrete with a fossil effect created with plants from the property, two waterfalls and two spectacular koi ponds. Surrounded by specimen plants these low maintenance water features create an amazing mountain stream ambiance. A terrific upscale five seat hot tub is tucked beside the waterfalls and plantings. Close by the detached garage is outstanding. 3 bays with 9 foot oversized garage doors, one bay has a two story vaulted ceiling just right for a lift. The second floor is great for storage and a half bath completes the space. The garage is fully insulated and has separate 200amp electric service. Fabulous location and Central Bucks Schools!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jay Ginsberg

(610) 428-8269 ginsberg@addisonwolfe.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #AB046037A Listed on: 06/13/2018

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Faber

(267) 252-8076 mike.faber@kw.com KW Empower

KW Empower

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 2.08 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,086 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Water Oriented
  • Property is near a pond
  • Pond
  • Patio
  • Play Equipment

Schools

  • Kutz Elementary School
  • Lenape Middle School
  • Central Bucks High School West

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 020
  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-008-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,803

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Please See Attached
  • Inclusions: Please See Attached
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Remarks Public: Have you always wanted to live in in a beautifully crafted mountain home full of textures and timbers nestled by a bubbling creek and waterfall? Now you can live your dream? and only a five minute drive to Doylestown Boro! This is one floor living done right in a tastefully remodeled home with a fantastic custom addition creating a flexible floorplan overlooking a truly spectacular outdoor landscape. A circular driveway leads to an automatic gate opening to a fully fenced property with terrific three car detached garage. This property is a slice of heaven backing to the vast fields of Del Val University. Trails through the woods and fields to enjoy along with the serenity of being connected to preserved land. The bones of the original ranch home remain but most everything else has been remodeled with the great room addition as the heart of it all. Muscular timber frame, cathedral ceilings of tongue and groove pine, stone floors with radiant heat, walls of windows, a stone wood burning fireplace, French doors to the spectacular multi-level patio all combine to create a mountain home ambiance. The fireplace is two sided so the fire can be enjoyed in the living room as well as the great room. Wood floors are found throughout the main part of the home with the exception of the gorgeous custom granite floors in the freshly painted kitchen with dining area. Decorative lighting above the expansive cabinets is a finishing touch. Three generously sized bedrooms with good closet space share a full bath on the main floor. There is even central vac! The basement has been partially transformed into a rec room with the second full bath, carpeting and a soapstone wood stove. Sliders lead you to the lower level patio. And what an outdoor space! Extensive landscape lighting, stone sitting walls, paver patios, stamped concrete with a fossil effect created with plants from the property, two waterfalls and two spectacular koi ponds. Surrounded by specimen plants these low maintenance water features create an amazing mountain stream ambiance. A terrific upscale five seat hot tub is tucked beside the waterfalls and plantings. Close by the detached garage is outstanding. 3 bays with 9 foot oversized garage doors, one bay has a two story vaulted ceiling just right for a lift. The second floor is great for storage and a half bath completes the space. The garage is fully insulated and has separate 200amp electric service. Fabulous location and Central Bucks Schools!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick, Stone
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Stove - Wood, Central Vacuum, Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Dining Area
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2086
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2086
  • Net Sq Ft: 2086.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 251.63
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2086
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 107

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Body Type: Pond
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
  • Heating Type: Oil, Electric, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CENTRAL BUCKS
  • Elementary School: KUTZ
  • Middle School: LENAPE
  • High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
  • School District Key: 300200397327
  • Elementary School: KUTZ
  • High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
  • Middle Or Junior School: LENAPE

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 26690.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 9480.00
  • Land Use Code: 1002
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.08
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREGULAR
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 90605.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54299
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5803.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-008-020
  • Tax Lot: 020
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 11/26/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2023
Closed on
Jun 8, 2023
Sold by
Williams Anthony
Bought by
Thomas Melvin and Thomas Donna Melvin
Seller's Agent
Matthew Williams
KW Empower
Buyer's Agent
Evan Walton
Addison Wolfe Real Estate
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$755,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
8.63%
Views
148
Current Estimated Value
$751,129

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,871
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.22%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2018
Closed on
Nov 7, 2018
Sold by
Schiefer Theodore and Schiefer Patricia
Bought by
Williams Anthony
Seller's Agent
Jay Ginsberg
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Faber
KW Empower
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-9.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.52%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2010
Sold by
Schiefer Theodore and Schiefer Patricia
Bought by
Schiefer Theodore and Schiefer Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2002
Sold by
Schiefer Ted
Bought by
Schiefer Theodore and Schiefer Patricia L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1999
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Schiefer Ted

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1998
Sold by
Bloom William A and Bloom Kathy J
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $755,000 Cross Keys Abstract & Assuranc
Deed $500,000 Great American Abstract Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $112,000 Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Sheriffs Deed $1,083 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,000 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/08/2023 06/08/23 Sold $755,000 +8.6% $362 / Sq Ft
05/04/2023 05/04/23 For Sale $695,000 +39.0% $333 / Sq Ft
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Sold $500,000 -4.7% $240 / Sq Ft
11/12/2018 11/12/18 Price Changed $524,900 0.0% $252 / Sq Ft
08/18/2018 08/18/18 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2018 07/05/18 Price Changed $524,900 -4.5% $252 / Sq Ft
06/13/2018 06/13/18 For Sale $549,900 -- $264 / 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 $7,084 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2024 $7,084 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2023 $6,755 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2022 $6,679 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2021 $6,542 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2020 $6,512 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2019 $6,442 $40,030 $9,480 $30,550
2018 $5,803 $36,170 $9,480 $26,690
2017 $5,757 $36,170 $9,480 $26,690
2016 $5,721 $36,170 $9,480 $26,690
2015 -- $36,170 $9,480 $26,690
2014 -- $36,170 $9,480 $26,690
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001848244

Bright MLS

APN: 09-008-020