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105 S CONGRESS ST Newtown, PA 18940
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Key Details
Sold Price $530,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,177 sqft
Price per Sqft $243
MLS Listing ID 1001973970
Sold Date 09/26/18
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,177
Originating Board TREND
Year Built 1890
Annual Tax Amount $5,243
Tax Year 2018
Lot Size 6,426 Sqft
Acres 0.15
Lot Dimensions 42X153
Property Description
Nestled in the heart of Newtown Borough, this delightful Victorian offers many features that reflect the amenities of a bygone era. Sit out on the full sized wrap-around front and side porch and enjoy the quiet atmosphere that characterizes Borough living. Enter through the solid wood front door into a convenient foyer and survey the exquisite living room with bright bay window, ample dining room with built-in closets for any need, and comfortable family room with a wood paneled wall. Walk to the substantial kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, looking out onto the private backyard, with laundry and full bath with handicap accessible shower. Explore the rear raised deck, overlooking mature plantings, garden area, raspberry patch, brick patio, and trellis sheltered sitting area. The second floor is accessed by a graceful stairway opening to two bedrooms, main bedroom with double closet, and a full bath. Continue to the third floor, finished attic, with two additional bedrooms and a "bonus" room that lends itself to many uses. This property, located in the Newtown Borough Historic District, has been well maintained, with many original features including roof peak stained glass window, heavy window moldings, high wooden baseboards, and steeple hinges on solid wood doors. The heating system and electrical systems have been updated. The property is convenient to State Street, with its pleasant shops, and dining establishments. Combine this with easy access to I-295, Philadelphia Airport, public transportation, and award winning Council Rock North schools, one is provided with a unique quality life unrivaled any area big or small.
Location
State PA
County Bucks
Area Newtown Boro (10128)
Zoning VR2
Direction West
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
Basement Full, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Water Treat System, Stall Shower
Hot Water Electric
Heating Oil, Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Fully Carpeted
Equipment Cooktop, Dishwasher
Fireplace N
Window Features Bay/Bow
Appliance Cooktop, Dishwasher
Heat Source Oil
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Garage Spaces 3.0
Fence Other
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
Roof Type Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Story 3+
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Level or Stories 3+
Additional Building Above Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Goodnoe
Middle Schools Newtown
High Schools Council Rock High School North
School District Council Rock
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 28-005-011
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Conventional, VA, FHA 203(b)
Listing Terms Conventional, VA, FHA 203(b)
Financing Conventional,VA,FHA 203(b)
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Bought with Mark B Silverman • The Silverman Group Inc