NOT LISTED FOR SALE

128 N Congress St Newtown, PA 18940

Central Bucks County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $413,000 - $445,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
934 Sq Ft
$454/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 20, 2024

Last sale price $400,000 $428 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,475/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cedar Closet
  • Goodnoe Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of August 2024

End unit row home in Historic Newtown Borough waits for your finishing touches. This three story home has lots of charm - exposed beams, wood flooring, a third floor that has many possibilities - bedroom, office, playroom, and the only 4 seater outhouse in all of Bucks County. Sunny eat in kitchen with sliders to the deck and deep yard. Living room features exposed beams, sunny exposure and wood floors. Kitchen overlooks deep rear yard and views of outhouse - would make a lovely potting/storage shed. Ideally located across the street from the Chancellor Center playground and a quick walk to the center of Newtown Borough.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

MARY DINNEEN

BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown License #RS211425L Listed on: 05/24/2024

BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Fleischmann

Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville License #RS342460

Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,942

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Back Yard
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asbestos Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 934 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet

Schools

  • Goodnoe Elementary School
  • Cr-Newtown Middle School
  • Council Rock High School North

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 174
  • Assessor Parcel Number 28-002-174

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,942

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2024-05-24
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: End unit row home in Historic Newtown Borough waits for your finishing touches. This three story home has lots of charm - exposed beams, wood flooring, a third floor that has many possibilities - bedroom, office, playroom, and the only 4 seater outhouse in all of Bucks County. Sunny eat in kitchen with sliders to the deck and deep yard. Living room features exposed beams, sunny exposure and wood floors. Kitchen overlooks deep rear yard and views of outhouse - would make a lovely potting/storage shed. Ideally located across the street from the Chancellor Center playground and a quick walk to the center of Newtown Borough.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cedar Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 934
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 934
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 455.03
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 934
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 128

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: COUNCIL ROCK
  • Elementary School: GOODNOE
  • Middle School: CR-NEWTOWN
  • High School: COUNCIL ROCK HIGH SCHOOL NORTH
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397420
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: GOODNOE
  • High School: COUNCIL ROCK HIGH SCHOOL NORTH
  • Middle Or Junior School: CR-NEWTOWN

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1024
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3484.80
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: VR3

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1481.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1942.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 28-002-174
  • Tax Lot: 174
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 934
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 08/20/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COUNCIL ROCK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2024
Closed on
Aug 6, 2024
Sold by
Murray Ann Marie and Murray Thomas J
Bought by
Lim James and Lim Carolyn
Seller's Agent
MARY DINNEEN
BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Fleischmann
Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-12.09%
Views
134
Current Estimated Value
$424,062

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,062
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.02%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2005
Sold by
Macedonia Baptist Church
Bought by
Murray Ann Marie and Murray Thomas J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.68%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1988
Bought by
Macedonia Bapt Ch
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
Lim James $400,000 None Listed On Document
Murray Ann Marie $200,000 --
Macedonia Bapt Ch $41,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lim James $322,290
Closed Lim James $300,000
Previous Owner Murray Thomas J $147,000
Previous Owner Murray Ann Marie $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2024 08/20/24 Sold $400,000 -5.9% $428 / Sq Ft
07/14/2024 07/14/24 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2024 06/14/24 Price Changed $425,000 -6.6% $455 / Sq Ft
05/24/2024 05/24/24 For Sale $455,000 -- $487 / 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 $1,975 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2024 $1,975 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2023 $1,913 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2022 $1,895 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2021 $1,835 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2020 $1,793 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2019 $1,748 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2018 $1,716 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2017 $1,666 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2016 $1,666 $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2015 -- $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
2014 -- $10,800 $4,400 $6,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • MARY DINNEEN

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    MARY DINNEEN

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 882-3117

    27 in this area

    62 Total Sales

    MARY DINNEEN
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  • Kelly Fleischmann

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Kelly Fleischmann

    Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville

    (215) 593-6224

    2 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Kelly Fleischmann
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABU2070662

Bright MLS

APN: 28-002-174

Pennsylvania Bucks County Newtown 18940 Central Bucks County

128 N Congress St, Newtown, PA

This home is located at 128 N Congress St, Newtown, PA 18940 since 24 May 2024 and is currently estimated at $424,062, approximately $454 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 128 N Congress St is a home located in Bucks County with nearby schools including Goodnoe Elementary School, Newtown Middle School, and Council Rock High School North.

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