$297,500
SOLD OCT 15, 2024

687 N Shady Retreat Rd Doylestown, PA 18901

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,298 Sq Ft
9,285 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Great Room
  • Doyle El School Rated A
  • Garden View
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2024

Opportunity Knocks and a HUGE PRICE ADJUSTMENT making this "As-Is" The one! This charming cottage style home in Doylestown, offers a unique opportunity for a DIY enthusiast or investor. While it requires a little bit of TLC, its potential is undeniable. Situated in the peaceful heart of the county seat, it offers a tranquil setting, yet provides access to all the fine restaurants , shops, museums, and nightlife.
Generous land and ample outdoor space is perfect for gardening, entertaining, or creating your own personal oasis.
Are you an investor looking for a great fixer-upper opportunity with potential for significant return on your investment? This home was hand built. The yellow pine flooring is timeless and almost untouched.
Are you a do-it-yourself enthusiast? Those who enjoy the challenge and satisfaction of transforming a home. You can live in this home while you work on making it your own.
Are you a first-time homebuyers? This home is a budget-friendly option that allows for customization. Walk to downtown or hop on the hike and bike trails right outside your door. Award winning Central Bucks School District, convenience to all major arteries or public transportation.
Don't miss out on this chance to create your dream home! Call to schedule your showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dawn VanRijn

Iron Valley Real Estate Doylestown License #RS349305 Listed on: 09/14/2024

Iron Valley Real Estate Doylestown

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Strasfeld

Unrepresented Buyer Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,619

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 9,285 Sq Ft Lot
  • Tax ID 09-009-034-001
  • Property is zoned R2B, R2B

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Asbestos Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Great Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Garden Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway
  • Dirt Driveway

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Well
  • Sewer Holding Tank

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Non Available Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 040 & 034-001
  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-009-040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,619

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-09-14
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Opportunity Knocks and a HUGE PRICE ADJUSTMENT making this "As-Is" The one! This charming cottage style home in Doylestown, offers a unique opportunity for a DIY enthusiast or investor. While it requires a little bit of TLC, its potential is undeniable. Situated in the peaceful heart of the county seat, it offers a tranquil setting, yet provides access to all the fine restaurants , shops, museums, and nightlife. Generous land and ample outdoor space is perfect for gardening, entertaining, or creating your own personal oasis. Are you an investor looking for a great fixer-upper opportunity with potential for significant return on your investment? This home was hand built. The yellow pine flooring is timeless and almost untouched. Are you a do-it-yourself enthusiast? Those who enjoy the challenge and satisfaction of transforming a home. You can live in this home while you work on making it your own. Are you a first-time homebuyers? This home is a budget-friendly option that allows for customization. Walk to downtown or hop on the hike and bike trails right outside your door. Award winning Central Bucks School District, convenience to all major arteries or public transportation. Don't miss out on this chance to create your dream home! Call to schedule your showing today.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated, Partially Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Floors In Unit Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Great Room, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry
  • Total Sq Ft: 2098
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1298
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 231.05
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1298
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 687

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Crushed Stone, Dirt Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Sewer/Septic System: Holding Tank
  • Utilities: Electric Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Additional Parcels Description: Tax ID 09-009-034-001
  • Land Use Code: 1001
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9285.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R2B
  • Zoning Description: R2B

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1991.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2619.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-009-040
  • Tax Lot: 040 & 034-001
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 828
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 10/15/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2024
Closed on
Oct 15, 2024
Sold by
Hall Helen A and Hall Stanley J
Bought by
Schulz Albert T
Seller's Agent
Dawn VanRijn
Iron Valley Real Estate Doylestown
Buyer's Agent
Carol Strasfeld
Unrepresented Buyer Office
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$297,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,500
-8.46%
Total Days on Market
16
Views
290
Current Estimated Value
$306,845

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,345
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 1993
Sold by
Ertman Caroline
Bought by
Hall Helen A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 1953
Bought by
Ertman Caroline
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $297,500 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Sold $297,500 -0.8% $229 / Sq Ft
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Price Changed $299,900 -7.7% $231 / Sq Ft
09/14/2024 09/14/24 For Sale $325,000 -- $250 / 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 $2,548 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2023 $2,430 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2022 $2,403 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2021 $2,353 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2020 $2,343 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2019 $2,317 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2018 $2,310 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2017 $2,292 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2016 $2,278 $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2015 -- $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
2014 -- $14,400 $2,280 $12,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABU2078888

Bright MLS

APN: 09-009-040