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Seller's Agent in 2012
Cheri Savini
Iron Valley Real Estate Legacy
1553 Salem Rd Quakertown, PA 18951
Estimated Value: $461,358 - $533,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,072
Sq Ft
$240/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Parking available for a boat
- 45.57 Acre Lot
- Barn or Farm Building
- Springfield Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
As of December 2012HUGE $45,000 Price Reduction ...bring offer! Are you looking for a farm with just over 45 acres? This 4-bedroom farmhouse in Upper Bucks County is set on 45+/- mostly wooded acreage and a trail leads to a piece of cleared land. On the property is a 46'x62' 2-story solid block barn with water, 110 & 220 electric service, concrete floor and 3+ car capacity with 10' garage door plus large workshop or stall area. Gingerbread millwork adorns the front porch and the exterior was updated with vinyl siding and easy to clean insulated windows throughout. The spacious 17x26 living room features exposed oak beams and the six windows bring in the sun's natural light. A coat closet and wash sink can be found in the laundry room that is located on the main floor. Bring your horses, 4-wheelers, snowmobiles and ride the trail. Shared driveway. Subdivision is not possible. RP Zoning-Resource Protected. Act 319 Forrest Reserve. Minutes to I-78 makes this an easy commute to Allentown, Philadelphia, New Jersey or New York!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cheri Savini
(610) 217-6420 savinisellshomes@gmail.com Iron Valley Real Estate Legacy License #RS286330 Listed on: 09/11/2012
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,594
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 45.57 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned RP
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking available for a boat
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,072 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Beamed Ceilings
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drainage System
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Palisades High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
- Well
- Oil Water Heater
- On Site Septic
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Barn or Farm Building
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 003
- Assessor Parcel Number 42-008-003
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2012
Closed on
Dec 18, 2012
Sold by
The Edward J Ruppert & Margaret Ruppert
Bought by
Mcelhaney Andrew S and Mcelhaney Jessica L
Seller's Agent
Cheri Savini
Iron Valley Real Estate Legacy
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Smeland
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$242,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,400
-19.14%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$254,679
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Outstanding Balance
$142,047
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$355,132
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2005
Sold by
Ruppert Edward J
Bought by
Ruppert Edward J and Ruppert Margaret
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcelhaney Andrew S | $242,500 | None Available | |
| Ruppert Edward J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mcelhaney Andrew S | $194,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/21/2012 12/21/12 | Sold | $242,500 | -4.9% | $117 / Sq Ft |
| 11/07/2012 11/07/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2012 10/19/12 | Price Changed | $255,000 | -7.3% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2012 10/06/12 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -8.3% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2012 09/11/12 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $145 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,398 | $33,280 | $7,720 | $25,560 |
| 2024 | $5,398 | $33,280 | $7,720 | $25,560 |
| 2023 | $5,331 | $33,280 | $7,720 | $25,560 |
| 2022 | $5,173 | $33,280 | $7,720 | $25,560 |
| 2021 | $5,074 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2020 | $5,074 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2019 | $2,456 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2018 | $4,984 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2017 | $4,907 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2016 | $4,907 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2015 | $3,475 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
| 2014 | $3,475 | $48,640 | $23,080 | $25,560 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Thomas Smeland
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Thomas Smeland
EXP Realty, LLC
(215) 262-2497
1 in this area
192 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004093846
APN: 42-008-003
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