NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3032 Taft Rd Norristown, PA 19403

Estimated Value: $594,000 - $908,242

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,674 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 30, 2015

Last sale price $415,000 $89 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,012/month

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1.8 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2015

This magnificent updated historic farmhouse, named "Hobby Horse Farm," has been lovingly restored to combine yesterday's elegance with today's conveniences. The home features 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms on 1.8 acres. Beautiful hardwood and wide pine floors. All original doors and hardware, refinished, with numerous closets and additional storage areas. There are 2 fireplaces, 2 back staircases, 3 car garage, with a 2nd story loft and circular driveway. Gourmet country kitchen with eat-in breakfast area, granite countertops, under cabinet lighting, large island workspace, upgraded stainless steel appliances, pantry and brick hearth. Master bedroom suite with jetted tub, separate shower stall, 2 dressing rooms, laundry chute, and extra storage for luggage. Library/den with built-in shelves, plus a separate office. Beautiful solarium with heated tile floor, skylights, wet bar, and wood beam ceiling. The unique second floor veranda overlooks mature woodlands, Stoney Creek, goldfish pond, gazebo and in ground diving pool with bath house. First floor rooms for possible use as an in-law suite, including separate entrance and full bath. The quiet, serene setting mixes old world charm with gracious modern living. Property includes two parcels 33-00-09364-008 and 33-00-09365-007.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

LAURIE D'ALESSIO

(215) 641-2727 laurie@lauriedalessio.com Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 09/18/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

datacorrect@brightmls.com Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1778

Lot Details

  • 1.8 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned AR

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,674 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Porch

Schools

  • Norristown Area High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Norriton Woods Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 001
  • Assessor Parcel Number 33-00-09364-008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1778

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Pool Equipment, Pool Furniture
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1778
  • Remarks Public: This magnificent updated historic farmhouse, named "Hobby Horse Farm," has been lovingly restored to combine yesterday's elegance with today's conveniences. The home features 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms on 1.8 acres. Beautiful hardwood and wide pine floors. All original doors and hardware, refinished, with numerous closets and additional storage areas. There are 2 fireplaces, 2 back staircases, 3 car garage, with a 2nd story loft and circular driveway. Gourmet country kitchen with eat-in breakfast area, granite countertops, under cabinet lighting, large island workspace, upgraded stainless steel appliances, pantry and brick hearth. Master bedroom suite with jetted tub, separate shower stall, 2 dressing rooms, laundry chute, and extra storage for luggage. Library/den with built-in shelves, plus a separate office. Beautiful solarium with heated tile floor, skylights, wet bar, and wood beam ceiling. The unique second floor veranda overlooks mature woodlands, Stoney Creek, goldfish pond, gazebo and in ground diving pool with bath house. First floor rooms for possible use as an in-law suite, including separate entrance and full bath. The quiet, serene setting mixes old world charm with gracious modern living. Property includes two parcels 33-00-09364-008 and 33-00-09365-007.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower, Dining Area
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4674
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4674
  • Net Sq Ft: 4674.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 113.18
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4674
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3032

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: NORRISTOWN AREA
  • High School: NORRISTOWN AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397035
  • High School: NORRISTOWN AREA

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.80
  • Lot Dimensions: 199
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 78000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Balcony
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: AR

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 683529
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10721.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 33-00-09364-008
  • Tax Lot: 001
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 01/30/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: NORRISTOWN AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2014
Closed on
Jan 20, 2015
Sold by
Barrios Richard
Bought by
Seace Karyn L and White Joseph T
Seller's Agent
LAURIE D'ALESSIO
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,000
-21.55%
Current Estimated Value
$774,811

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$359,811
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.98%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$229,787
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$545,024

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2005
Sold by
Holt Robert T and Holt Jean R
Bought by
Barrios Richard
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
Seace Karyn L $415,000 None Available
Barrios Richard $600,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Seace Karyn L $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/30/2015 01/30/15 Sold $415,000 -21.6% $89 / Sq Ft
12/03/2014 12/03/14 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2014 09/18/14 For Sale $529,000 -- $113 / 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 $11,386 $241,700 -- --
2024 $11,386 $241,700 -- --
2023 $11,253 $241,700 $0 $0
2022 $11,177 $241,700 $0 $0
2021 $11,107 $241,700 $0 $0
2020 $10,762 $241,700 $0 $0
2019 $104 $241,700 $0 $0
2018 $10,512 $241,700 $0 $0
2017 $9,901 $241,700 $0 $0
2016 $9,807 $241,700 $0 $0
2015 $10,956 $284,950 $63,850 $221,100
2014 $10,956 $284,950 $63,850 $221,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003086986

Bright MLS

APN: 33-00-09364-008