NOT LISTED FOR SALE

61 Bittersweet Dr Doylestown, PA 18901

Estimated Value: $1,066,431 - $1,208,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,262 Sq Ft
$271/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 25, 2017

Last sale price $675,000 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 71% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,440/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Kutz Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of July 2017

This stunning four bedroom, three full and one half bathroom brick front colonial is just what you have been waiting for. Located in the highly desirable Doylestown Lea neighborhood, you will delight in living just minutes from downtown Doylestown Borough and within walking distance of the Route 202 hiking/biking trail and several public parks, including Doylestown Township's expansive Central Park. You will be swept away not only by how beautifully maintained this home is, but also the attention to detail in the application of its plethora of updates and upgrades. The foyer of the home features a brand new front door and all new trim which gives the foyer a fresh and inviting ambiance. There are all new windows throughout and landscaping as well! Both the living room and dining room are accented by gorgeous hardwood flooring, bay window and five piece crown molding and the dining room also adorned by shadow boxing and a chair rail that only adds to its elegance. There is an expansive eat-in kitchen that boasts granite countertops, center island, tile backsplash, 42 inch cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, crown molding and new lighting fixtures. The adjoining breakfast area adds an air of openness to the kitchen and opens to the bright, roomy two story family room that features a gas fireplace, vaulted ceiling with skylight and sliding door to an amazing paver patio that is sure to become the center of your summer barbecues. A home office with hardwood floors, French Doors and recessed lighting and a updated powder room complete the first floor. On the second floor, there are four spacious bedrooms all of which each feature crown molding. Two of these bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom connecting the bedrooms. The third is a Princess Suite with its own private bathroom and the fourth, a luxurious owner's retreat that features sitting room, walk-in closets and private bathroom with soaking tub and stall shower. All this located in the award winning Central Bucks School District. Please see recent list of upgrades that have been uploaded to the MLS or call for details!

Last Listed By

Scott Irvin

RE/MAX Centre Realtors Listed on: 05/04/2017

RE/MAX Centre Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,633

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 149x190
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,262 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Kutz Elementary School
  • Lenape Middle School
  • Central Bucks High School West

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Doylestown Lea Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 042
  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-043-042

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,633

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Blue And White Window Panels In Middle Bedroom
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Remarks Public: This stunning four bedroom, three full and one half bathroom brick front colonial is just what you have been waiting for. Located in the highly desirable Doylestown Lea neighborhood, you will delight in living just minutes from downtown Doylestown Borough and within walking distance of the Route 202 hiking/biking trail and several public parks, including Doylestown Township's expansive Central Park. You will be swept away not only by how beautifully maintained this home is, but also the attention to detail in the application of its plethora of updates and upgrades. The foyer of the home features a brand new front door and all new trim which gives the foyer a fresh and inviting ambiance. There are all new windows throughout and landscaping as well! Both the living room and dining room are accented by gorgeous hardwood flooring, bay window and five piece crown molding and the dining room also adorned by shadow boxing and a chair rail that only adds to its elegance. There is an expansive eat-in kitchen that boasts granite countertops, center island, tile backsplash, 42 inch cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, crown molding and new lighting fixtures. The adjoining breakfast area adds an air of openness to the kitchen and opens to the bright, roomy two story family room that features a gas fireplace, vaulted ceiling with skylight and sliding door to an amazing paver patio that is sure to become the center of your summer barbecues. A home office with hardwood floors, French Doors and recessed lighting and a updated powder room complete the first floor. On the second floor, there are four spacious bedrooms all of which each feature crown molding. Two of these bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom connecting the bedrooms. The third is a Princess Suite with its own private bathroom and the fourth, a luxurious owner's retreat that features sitting room, walk-in closets and private bathroom with soaking tub and stall shower. All this located in the award winning Central Bucks School District. Please see recent list of upgrades that have been uploaded to the MLS or call for details!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, 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), Dining Area
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 10
  • 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
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 4262
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4262
  • Net Sq Ft: 4262.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 164.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4262
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 61

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CENTRAL BUCKS
  • Elementary School: KUTZ
  • Middle School: LENAPE
  • High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
  • School District Key: 300200397327
  • Elementary School: KUTZ
  • High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
  • Middle Or Junior School: LENAPE

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 59120.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 7680.00
  • Land Use Code: 1001
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.66
  • Lot Dimensions: 149X190
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 28917.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 57076
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10633.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-043-042
  • Tax Lot: 042
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 07/25/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2017
Closed on
Jul 20, 2017
Sold by
Dwyer Daniel A and Cassidy Megan K
Bought by
Foody John P and Foody Gina
Seller's Agent
Scott Irvin
RE/MAX Centre Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Connie Gleason
Iron Valley Real Estate Doylestown
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-3.56%
Total Days on Market
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,153,108

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$478,108
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.07%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$568,890
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
$584,218

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2014
Closed on
May 29, 2014
Sold by
White Benjamin and White Jennifer L
Bought by
Dwyer Daniel A and Cassidy Megan K
Seller's Agent
Scott Irvin
RE/MAX Centre Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Brian Wallace
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
List Price
$666,000
Sold Price
$666,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.43%
Original Mortgage
$599,400
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2012
Closed on
Aug 16, 2012
Sold by
Snow Robert E and Snow Ann Marie
Bought by
White Benjamin and White Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
THERESA FROSHOUR
Key Realty Partners LLC
Buyer's Agent
Scott Irvin
RE/MAX Centre Realtors
List Price
$619,000
Sold Price
$589,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,100
-4.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Original Mortgage
$589,900
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2009
Sold by
Kerin Mark R and Kerin Leigh A
Bought by
Snow Robert E and Snow Ann Marie

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
4.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1998
Sold by
The Cutler Group Inc
Bought by
Kerin Mark R and Kerin Leigh A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$283,300
Interest Rate
6.5%

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
Foody John P $675,000 None Available
Dwyer Daniel A $666,000 None Available
White Benjamin $589,900 None Available
Snow Robert E $620,000 None Available
Kerin Mark R $354,187 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Foody John P $675,000
Previous Owner Dwyer Daniel A $599,400
Previous Owner White Benjamin $589,900
Previous Owner Snow Robert E $417,000
Previous Owner Kerin Mark R $200,000
Previous Owner Kerin Mark R $100,000
Previous Owner Kerin Mark R $283,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2017 07/25/17 Sold $675,000 -3.6% $158 / Sq Ft
05/29/2017 05/29/17 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2017 05/04/17 For Sale $699,900 +5.1% $164 / Sq Ft
06/12/2014 06/12/14 Sold $666,000 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft
06/11/2014 06/11/14 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2014 06/10/14 For Sale $666,000 +12.9% $156 / Sq Ft
08/24/2012 08/24/12 Sold $589,900 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft
08/06/2012 08/06/12 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Price Changed $589,900 -1.5% $138 / Sq Ft
07/05/2012 07/05/12 Price Changed $599,000 -3.2% $141 / Sq Ft
06/25/2012 06/25/12 For Sale $619,000 -- $145 / 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 $11,821 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2023 $11,272 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2022 $11,146 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2021 $10,917 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2020 $10,867 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2019 $10,750 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2018 $10,716 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2017 $10,633 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2016 $10,566 $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2015 -- $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
2014 -- $66,800 $7,680 $59,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002616759

Bright MLS

APN: 09-043-042