Seller's Agent in 2022
Jeff Silva
OFC Realty
(844) 765-3297
2 in this area
591 Total Sales
531 E Center Ave Newtown, PA 18940
Estimated Value: $829,000 - $1,059,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,697
Sq Ft
$348/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- Goodnoe Elementary School Rated A
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of June 2022Charming 4 bedroom, 3 bath Victorian in Newtown Borough with a vast private rear yard which is an extremely hard find in the Borough! Enjoy relaxing mornings on the covered Mahogany front porch or wind down after a long day on the rear deck! Enter this amazing home to a beautiful sunlit living room with hardwood flooring and formal dining room with custom millwork and wainscoting. Some outstanding features of the home are 9 foot ceilings throughout. A main floor bedroom with full bath, main floor laundry room with outdoor access and an abundance of shelving, 4 seasons sunroom with heating and cooling, newer dual zoned HVAC, newer chimney, newer roof and an abundance of off street parking! The gourmet kitchen is inviting for the chef and novice alike with granite countertops, ceramic flooring, newer appliances, custom backsplash, raised panel cabinetry, center island breakfast bar and sliding glass doors to the sunroom, the perfect setting for hosting holiday gatherings or dinners with family and friends. The great room with adjacent den/office boasts vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, beamed ceiling with skylights, cozy gas fireplace and Palladian window overlooking the rear grounds. Speaking of the grounds, you’ll experience privacy and an abundance of space in the rear yard with an expansive deck with gas grill and bar in addition to a paver patio with fire pit, plus access to the oversized detached 2 car garage that has overhead storage and an extra long driveway with parking for guests. Continue entertaining your guests in the full finished basement hosts a wet bar, game room, media area and additional storage in the crawlspace. This magnificent property is within walking distance to the many shops and restaurants the borough has to offer and the Lincoln Ave playground is around the corner. Great home for entertaining. All the big ticket items have been recently updated for a worry free purchase. Not one to miss!! Square footage includes the heated and cooled sunroom off the kitchen.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(844) 765-3297 jeff@soldbysilva.com OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia License #RS271228 Listed on: 04/08/2022
Co-Listed By
(215) 694-3003 jacki@tcrepros.com OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia License #RS311485
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,733
Year Built
- Built in 1988
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 255.00
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned VR2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 5 Driveway Spaces
- Oversized Parking
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,697 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Game Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Front Loading Dryer
- Front Loading Washer
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Grill
Schools
- Goodnoe Middle School
- Council Rock High School North
Utilities
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 190
- Assessor Parcel Number 28-005-190
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2022
Closed on
Jun 15, 2022
Sold by
Giannaula Diana L
Bought by
Watts Deborah L and Holland Martha K
Seller's Agent
Jeff Silva
OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
Buyer's Agent
Renee Noel
RE/MAX Properties - Newtown
List Price
$800,000
Sold Price
$800,000
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
$137,793
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.90%
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$456,841
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$480,952
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2007
Sold by
Shields Francis J and Shields Rosemary J
Bought by
Giannaula Diana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$317,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 1993
Bought by
Shields Francis J and Shields Rosemary J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watts Deborah L | $800,000 | Properties Abstract | |
| Giannaula Diana L | $617,300 | None Available | |
| Shields Francis J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Watts Deborah L | $480,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Giannaula Diana L | $317,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2022 06/22/22 | Sold | $800,000 | 0.0% | $297 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2022 04/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/08/2022 04/08/22 | For Sale | $800,000 | -- | $297 / 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 | $8,057 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2024 | $8,057 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2023 | $7,806 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2022 | $7,733 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2021 | $7,487 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2020 | $7,314 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2019 | $7,129 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2018 | $7,002 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2017 | $6,795 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2016 | $6,795 | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2015 | -- | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
| 2014 | -- | $44,060 | $7,400 | $36,660 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jeff Silva
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Jacki Silva
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Jacki Silva
OFC Realty
(215) 694-3003
1 in this area
119 Total Sales
-
Renee Noel
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Renee Noel
RE/MAX
(215) 968-3615
31 in this area
74 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABU2023404
APN: 28-005-190
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