NOT LISTED FOR SALE

259 Cherry Ln Doylestown, PA 18901

Estimated Value: $1,167,404 - $1,425,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
4,035 Sq Ft
$307/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2019

Last sale price $850,000 $211 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,573/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 24-Hour Security
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Kutz Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.28 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of August 2019

This one of a kind property sits on a quiet, tree lined street just 1 mile from the center of Doylestown. Quality, warmth, and charm characterize this, 4 bedroom, 3 bath (plus 2 half baths), 2+ acre Luther Nash expanded cape. Beautifully landscaped gardens with many specimen plants border on a neighboring arboretum.The ground floor includes a master bedroom suite that can also easily function as guest accommodations, an in-law suite, or home office. The spacious kitchen has Mercer tile flooring and backsplash, a large center island, Subzero refrigerator, Bertazzoni cooktop/oven and a wet bar. The kitchen flows easily to a breakfast nook with a working fireplace or further to the formal dining room. Overlooking the gardens is a light filled living/great room with wood burning fireplace, built-in custom cabinetry and wide plank hardwood floors. A cozy sunroom also provides easy access to both a recently renovated 3 season porch and an outdoor patio.The second floor features a master bedroom suite, 2 additional bedrooms as well as 2 full baths. There s plenty of storage space throughout the house including 3 cedar closets, an attic and basement. An oversized attached garage coupled with a circular driveway provides plenty of parking space. With many upgrades including a whole house generator, this one-of-a-kind property must be seen; welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Ducca

BHHS Fox & Roach-New Hope License #RS342037 Listed on: 04/23/2019

BHHS Fox & Roach-New Hope

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Ellen Walton

Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown

Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,898

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 2.28 Acre Lot
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asbestos Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,035 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Casement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Propane
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Gravity Septic Field
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 080
  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-022-080

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Cherry Lane Acres Subdivision

Security

  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,898

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Energy Star Refrigerator, Energy Star Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater, Water Conditioner - Owned, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Six Burner Stove, Oven/Range - Gas, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Kitchen - Table Space, Stall Shower, Water Treat System
  • Window Features: Energy Star Qualified, Casement
  • Other Equipment: Negotiable
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 11
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Office
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4035
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4035
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 215.49
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4035
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 259

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Mixed
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Garage Features: Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Gravity Sept Fld
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Propane, Water Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CENTRAL BUCKS
  • School District Key: 300200397327
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: 1001
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.28
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 99273.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2018
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 7657.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9898.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-022-080
  • Tax Lot: 080
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 4035
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 08/30/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2019
Closed on
Aug 30, 2019
Sold by
Molatto Ronald H and Molatto Anne
Bought by
Lukens Robert E and Lukens Patricia Clarke
Seller's Agent
Thomas Ducca
BHHS Fox & Roach-New Hope
Buyer's Agent
Mary Ellen Walton
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
List Price
$879,500
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,500
-3.35%
Current Estimated Value
$1,209,804

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$359,804
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2016
Sold by
Molatto Ronald H and Molatto Anne B
Bought by
Molatto Ronald H and Molatto Anne B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2010
Sold by
Harrington Carl Thomas and Levie Eleanor Ida
Bought by
Molatto Ronald H and Molatto Anne B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2010
Sold by
Wood Roger F and Saurman Dudley W
Bought by
Wood Roger F and Saurman Dudley W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 1996
Sold by
Wood Franklin C and Wood Kitty B
Bought by
Harrington Carl Thomas and Levie Eleanor Ida

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
7.13%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lukens Robert E $850,000 Tohickon Settlement Svcs Inc
Molatto Ronald H -- None Available
Molatto Ronald H -- None Available
Molatto Ronald H $651,500 None Available
Wood Roger F -- None Available
Harrington Carl Thomas $445,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lukens Robert E $665,000
Closed Lukens Robert E $680,000
Previous Owner Molatto Ronald H $417,000
Previous Owner Harrington Carl Thomas $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Sold $850,000 -2.2% $211 / Sq Ft
06/17/2019 06/17/19 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Price Changed $869,500 -1.1% $215 / Sq Ft
04/23/2019 04/23/19 For Sale $879,500 -- $218 / 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
2024 $11,395 $64,390 $10,200 $54,190
2023 $10,865 $64,390 $10,200 $54,190
2022 $10,744 $64,390 $10,200 $54,190
2021 $10,523 $64,390 $10,200 $54,190
2020 $10,475 $64,390 $10,200 $54,190
2019 $9,929 $61,700 $10,200 $51,500
2018 $9,898 $61,700 $10,200 $51,500
2017 $9,821 $61,700 $10,200 $51,500
2016 $9,427 $59,600 $8,240 $51,360
2015 -- $59,600 $8,240 $51,360
2014 -- $59,600 $8,240 $51,360
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABU464462

Bright MLS

APN: 09-022-080