131 E Oakland Ave Doylestown, PA 18901
Estimated Value: $998,229 - $1,041,000
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,938
Sq Ft
$522/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Colonial Architecture
- 3 Fireplaces
- Linden El School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 2-minute walk to Burpee Park
About This Home
As of June 2023These homeowners have enjoyed EVERY moment of re-designing the inside and outside of this historic home and property and it shows...picture yourself here! 131 E. Oakland Avenue is the oldest brick home in town and located in the Historic District of the Borough of Doylestown. Random width pine floors guide you from gorgeous room to gorgeous room! The formal Living Room offers 9' ceilings, crown molding, gas fireplace with stunning faux finished wood mantle and granite surround. Spacious Dining Room offers pine flooring, fireplace (chimney currently capped at top), custom cherry cabinetry and paneling and entry to charming side porch, one of the gateways to the stunning gardens. The side porch has 4 removable glass panels that are typically installed in the winter for cool weather enjoyment of this inviting space! Note the antique hand-dug, stone-lined well in the floor of the side porch (well not in use). The gourmet Kitchen offers Italian porcelain flooring with radiant heat, both granite and stainless steel countertops, Island, Miele steamer wall oven and Miele convection combination wall oven, Viking stove top with griddle and grill, Miele exhaust hood, under cabinet lighting and some other wonderful surprises! French doors from the Kitchen lead you to the stunning rear yard with antique grinding stone walkway, ornamental iron gate, brick Mercer-style garden wall, perennial gardens, tiered stone patio made from old stone from Doylestown sidewalks (yes, indeed that is true!) And be sure to take a close look at the koi pond as it was made from reclaimed curbing from antique window "eyebrows." Walkway leads you to the detached heated garage and parking space for 1 car. Back inside and off the Kitchen is a pantry area with wine fridge, storage and granite counter top and access to the charming Powder Room with radiant heat flooring, mounted Italian sink vessel on under-sea mined Brazilian granite! On the second floor you will find 2 en-suite Bedrooms and Laundry Room. Primary Bedroom offers vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet with custom storage system that will wow you and lovely primary bath with vaulted ceiling, French limestone flooring, granite topped vanity with raised Villeroy and Boch sink and over-sized tile shower! Through the pocket door you will find Bedroom 2, currently staged as a Den, with random width pine flooring, fireplace with granite surround, wainscoting. The full Bath has polished stone floor and shower and demilune-style vanity with marble countertop. Travel up the turned staircase to the fabulous and sunny Studio/Office space with built-in bookcases and cabinetry, hardwood floors. The sun floods this space from windows on three sides! In the Basement you will find built-in bookshelves, storage space AND a temperature-controlled Wine Cellar!
This home underwent a complete renovation in 2008-2009, carefully and creatively designed by Doylestown's, Ellen Happ! The addition included adding the Kitchen on main level and Primary Suite area on second floor, new baths, new plumbing, updated electric and gas service, gas fireplace, heating, new liners in 2 chimneys, etc. There is a sound system with built-in speakers in the Living Room, Dining Room and Bedroom 2.
Remember...YOU are buying MORE than a home, YOU are buying a LIFESTYLE...the Borough Lifestyle!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,223
Year Built
- Built in 1858 | Remodeled in 2008
Lot Details
- 4,692 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 34.00 x 138.00
- Downtown Location
- Stone Retaining Walls
- Extensive Hardscape
- Back Yard
- Historic Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned CR
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Studio
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Slate Roof
- Copper Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,938 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 3 Fireplaces
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Oven
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Wine Rack
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Terrace
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Schools
- Linden Elementary School
- Lenape Middle School
- Central Bucks High School West
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Doylestown Boro Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 067
- Assessor Parcel Number 08-009-067
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2007
Sold by
Rawes Jane Z
Bought by
Strouse Ronald L and Cresson Frederick
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 1976
Bought by
Rawes Arthur M and Rawes Jane Z
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strouse Ronald L | $565,000 | None Available | |
| Rawes Arthur M | $42,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Cresson Frederick L | $200,000 | |
| Closed | Strouse Ronald L | $250,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/28/2023 06/28/23 | Sold | $992,000 | +6.1% | $512 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2023 05/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2023 05/19/23 | For Sale | $935,000 | -- | $482 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,383 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2023 | $3,223 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2022 | $3,179 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2021 | $3,144 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2020 | $3,109 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2019 | $3,075 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2018 | $3,037 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2017 | $3,005 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2016 | $3,005 | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $18,780 | $3,080 | $15,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Heather Walton
Seller's Agent in 2023
Heather Walton
Class-Harlan Real Estate, LLC
(215) 348-8111
46 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Evans Clayton Group
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Evans Clayton Group
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
(267) 614-8406
3 in this area
68 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABU2049254
APN: 08-009-067
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