NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2840 Lafayette Ave Bensalem, PA 19020

Estimated Value: $326,000 - $354,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,020 Sq Ft
$339/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 05, 2023

Last sale price $312,000 $306 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,169/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2023

Welcome to this charming rancher nestled in Bensalem Township! With newly sanded and stained hard wood floors, fresh paint throughout, a perfect canvas awaits your personal touch which offers endless possibilities to create your own space. Step outside of the sliders off of a bedroom to a large, fenced in back yard, ideal for entertaining friends, family barbeques, or simply relaxing in the great outdoors. House features a large 2 car detached garage and a very good size basement. Situated close to Route 1, the Pa Turnpike, and I-95, this home endures an effortless commute to Philadelphia and New Jersey. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to shape your dream home. Embrace the potential and make this rancher your very own haven. Schedule your appointmentx today before it's too late.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Carr

HomeZu Listed on: 09/08/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Knowles

RE/MAX Realty Services-Bensalem License #AB066167

RE/MAX Realty Services-Bensalem

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,733

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 8,930 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 0.00 x 118
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,020 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Eddington Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 048-002
  • Assessor Parcel Number 02-062-048-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,733

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2023-09-08
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1020
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1020
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 303.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1020
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2840

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Unknown
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: BENSALEM TOWNSHIP
  • School District Key: 300200397323
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1002
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 118
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8930.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R2

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2924.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3733.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02-062-048-002
  • Tax Lot: 048-002
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1020
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 10/05/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BENSALEM TOWNSHIP

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2023
Closed on
Oct 2, 2023
Sold by
Freedom Home Buyers Llc
Bought by
Fitch Charles Raymond
Seller's Agent
Christopher Carr
HomeZu
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Knowles
RE/MAX Realty Services-Bensalem
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.65%
Views
159
Current Estimated Value
$337,826

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,826
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.01%
Original Mortgage
$302,640
Outstanding Balance
$298,148
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$37,376

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2023
Sold by
Gross James
Bought by
Freedom Home Buyers Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1984
Bought by
Thomas Clifford E
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
Fitch Charles Raymond $312,000 First Platinum Abstract
Freedom Home Buyers Llc $185,000 Eagles Abstract
Thomas Clifford E $53,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fitch Charles Raymond $302,640
Previous Owner Gross James $15,000
Previous Owner Gross James D $117,800
Previous Owner Gross James $129,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/05/2023 10/05/23 Sold $312,000 +0.6% $306 / Sq Ft
09/11/2023 09/11/23 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2023 09/08/23 For Sale $310,000 -- $304 / 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 $3,842 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2023 $3,734 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2022 $3,712 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2021 $3,712 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2020 $3,675 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2019 $3,593 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2018 $3,509 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2017 $3,487 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2016 $3,487 $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2015 -- $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
2014 -- $17,600 $3,400 $14,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christopher Carr

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Christopher Carr

    HomeZu

    (855) 885-4663

    7 in this area

    2,373 Total Sales

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  • Joseph Knowles

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Joseph Knowles

    RE/MAX

    (215) 485-8329

    46 in this area

    82 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABU2056534

Bright MLS

APN: 02-062-048-002

Pennsylvania Bucks County Bensalem 19020

2840 Lafayette Ave, Bensalem, PA

This home is located at 2840 Lafayette Ave, Bensalem, PA 19020 since 08 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $345,639, approximately $338 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 2840 Lafayette Ave is a home located in Bucks County with nearby schools including Robert K. Shafer Middle School, School Lane Charter School, and St Charles Borromeo School.

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