$695,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2014

239 Decatur St Doylestown, PA 18901

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,747 Sq Ft
4,675 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$253 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Doyle El School Rated A
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to William Neis Park

About This Home

As of November 2020

Chance of a lifetime to own a completely renovated and historic home in the center of all Doylestown borough has to offer. Located on a corner lot just blocks to town this 5 bedroom 3 bath home has it all. The owners have taken great care to maintain it's original character while updating it throughout with amazing finishes. Enter through the home's massive wrap around porch with recessed lighting. Once inside the open floor plan and custom built in features will amaze you. Custom kitchen cabinets and granite welcome you into the kitchen. Each room has it's own character and story. As you ascend to the second floor 3 bedrooms await and a large master suite with a amazing closet that has to be seen to appreciate, and a master en-suite complete with whirlpool tub and separate shower. The last two bedrooms complete this home on the third floor. Owner is a PA licensed real estate salesperson.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

ASHLEY MASSARO

Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown Listed on: 03/30/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Bukta

Corcoran Sawyer Smith License #RS216707L

Corcoran Sawyer Smith

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,600

Year Built

  • Built in 1898

Lot Details

  • 4,675 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x85
  • Corner Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned CR

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,747 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 070
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-004-070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,600

Year Built

Built in 1898

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Light Fixture In Dining Room
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Remarks Public: Chance of a lifetime to own a completely renovated and historic home in the center of all Doylestown borough has to offer. Located on a corner lot just blocks to town this 5 bedroom 3 bath home has it all. The owners have taken great care to maintain it's original character while updating it throughout with amazing finishes. Enter through the home's massive wrap around porch with recessed lighting. Once inside the open floor plan and custom built in features will amaze you. Custom kitchen cabinets and granite welcome you into the kitchen. Each room has it's own character and story. As you ascend to the second floor 3 bedrooms await and a large master suite with a amazing closet that has to be seen to appreciate, and a master en-suite complete with whirlpool tub and separate shower. The last two bedrooms complete this home on the third floor. Owner is a PA licensed real estate salesperson.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Stall Shower, Dining Area
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2747
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2747
  • Net Sq Ft: 2747.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 267.56
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2747
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 239

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Slate
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CENTRAL BUCKS
  • School District Key: 300200397327

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 24940.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 4040.00
  • Land Use Code: 1001
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 55X85
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4675.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: CR

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 50343
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4600.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-004-070
  • Tax Lot: 070
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 05/30/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2020
Closed on
Nov 12, 2020
Sold by
Alvarez Carlos and Skotzko Christine
Bought by
Padbury Jeremy and Padbury Amy
Seller's Agent
Diane Bukta
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
Buyer's Agent
Laurie Dau
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$865,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$133,000
-13.33%
Current Estimated Value
$1,218,557

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$353,557
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.40%
Original Mortgage
$692,000
Outstanding Balance
$617,185
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$601,372

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2014
Closed on
May 30, 2014
Sold by
Massaro Edward L and Massaro Ashley W
Bought by
Alvarez Carlos and Skotzko Christine
Seller's Agent
ASHLEY MASSARO
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
Buyer's Agent
Diane Bukta
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
List Price
$735,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-5.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.44%
Original Mortgage
$395,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2013
Closed on
Nov 22, 2013
Sold by
Fierce Steven W and Fierce Elizabeth G
Bought by
Massaro Edward L and Massaro Ashley W
Seller's Agent
John Meulstee
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
Buyer's Agent
Sue Jones
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.74%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2010
Sold by
Fierce Steven W and Fierce Elizabeth G
Bought by
Fierce Steven W and Fierce Elizabeth G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2004
Sold by
Kilroy William and Kilroy Linda
Bought by
Fierce Steven W and Fetzer Elizabeth G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2003
Sold by
Lott Marvin H and Joan Lott E
Bought by
Kilroy William and Kilroy Linda

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2002
Sold by
Lott Marvin H and Joan Lott E
Bought by
Kilroy William and Kilroy Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2001
Sold by
Chittick Mary Lee and Weidman Carolyn
Bought by
Lott Marvin H and Joan Lott E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$295,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $865,000 Mercer Abstract & Settlement
Deed $695,000 None Available
Deed $650,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $330,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $369,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $48,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $692,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $395,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $520,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $464,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $58,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $264,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $296,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $295,000 No Value Available
Closed $49,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Sold $865,000 -1.1% $283 / Sq Ft
10/14/2020 10/14/20 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2020 10/12/20 Price Changed $875,000 -7.9% $287 / Sq Ft
08/02/2020 08/02/20 Price Changed $950,000 -4.8% $311 / Sq Ft
06/12/2020 06/12/20 For Sale $998,000 +43.6% $327 / Sq Ft
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Sold $695,000 -5.4% $253 / Sq Ft
04/10/2014 04/10/14 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2014 03/30/14 For Sale $735,000 +13.1% $268 / Sq Ft
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Sold $650,000 -6.5% $213 / Sq Ft
10/28/2013 10/28/13 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2013 09/04/13 Price Changed $695,000 -2.8% $228 / Sq Ft
08/16/2013 08/16/13 For Sale $715,000 0.0% $234 / Sq Ft
08/12/2013 08/12/13 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2013 05/22/13 Price Changed $715,000 -4.7% $234 / Sq Ft
02/25/2013 02/25/13 For Sale $750,000 -- $246 / 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 $7,053 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2024 $7,053 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2023 $6,719 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2022 $6,626 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2021 $6,553 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2020 $6,481 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2019 $6,410 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2018 $6,332 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2017 $5,321 $39,150 $4,130 $35,020
2016 $5,321 $33,250 $4,130 $29,120
2015 -- $33,250 $4,130 $29,120
2014 -- $28,980 $4,040 $24,940
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002863562

Bright MLS

APN: 08-004-070