1255 Fountain Road

Closed 10/27/22

Sold

Last Sold Price

$700,000

4 beds4 baths2,580 sqft$271/sqft

1255 Fountain Rd, Newtown, PA 18940

Single FamilyProperty Type

3,596 sq ftLot Size

1989Year Built

$271/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Picture perfect! Welcome home to this immaculate, meticulously maintained and updated 4/5-bedroom home in the desirable Yardley Run neighborhood in the award-winning Pennsbury School district! Ideally set on a premier cul-de-sac lot backing to open space with picturesque views, this traditional home has wonderful flow and is in pristine condition! New double front doors open to a grand 2 story foyer with elegant turned staircase accented with wainscoting, crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors....Picture perfect! Welcome home to this immaculate, meticulously maintained and updated 4/5-bedroom home in the desirable Yardley Run neighborhood in the award-winning Pennsbury School district! Ideally set on a premier cul-de-sac lot backing to open space with picturesque views, this traditional home has wonderful flow and is in pristine condition! New double front doors open to a grand 2 story foyer with elegant turned staircase accented with wainscoting, crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors. An open floor plan allows you to move easily through the home making it great for entertaining! Enjoy hosting dinners in the formal dining room that conveniently opens to the spacious living room with elegant gas fireplace accented by a distinctive imported English iron surround. The sun-filled kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops, tile backsplash, top of the line stainless steel appliances, upgraded solid wood cabinets, an extra-large pantry and center island. A large bay window overlooking the private backyard brightens the breakfast room- a perfect place for enjoying your morning coffee! Step into the family room and enjoy a cozy evening next to the wood burning stove featuring a handsome stone hearth, elegant custom shutters, recessed lighting and rich hardwood floors! A convenient study alcove with built-in cabinetry and granite countertop can serve as home office, computer study area or bar when entertaining! A French door leads to a gorgeous EP Henry paver patio covered with a lush wisteria pergola overlooking the yard which backs up to open space! A nature lover's delight, this yard is surrounded with mature trees and landscaping. The beautiful updated powder room is located off of the family room. Easy indoor access to the 2-car side entry garage featuring a newer garage door! Upstairs, the elegant primary suite is complemented with gleaming hardwood floors, 2 large walk-in closets and a stunning en-suite master bath with frameless shower doors, double vanity, custom marble vanity top, floor and tilework, and a sumptuous heated spa jacuzzi tub! A perfect place to relax and unwind! Three additional bedrooms of generous size, and a beautiful updated hall bath complete the 2nd floor. The professionally finished lower level offers a full bedroom with tasteful laminate floors, egress window, a large closet, and an ensuite full bath and linen closet! Other large area may be used as playroom/den or home office! Ample shelving in the utility room offers separate storage space and laundry! This home has many impressive features that make it stand out from the rest-including a newer roof, newer siding, newer windows, (all done in 2014), highly efficient heating system, newer AC unit, whole house attic fan, new garage doors, new front and storm doors, new driveway in 2015, recessed lighting, upgraded carpet in living room and family room and plenty of storage! All of this plus the highly rated Pennsbury School District. This home is bright and sunny and sparkles throughout! You can move right in and make this home your own. Benefit from easy access to I95, Philadelphia, Princeton, and NYC, while enjoying all of the charms of Bucks County living. Walking distance to the Garden of Reflection Memorial Park, Secret Garden Playground and bike trails. Enjoy restaurants, shopping, and recreational activities in Yardley, Newtown and surrounding communities. A one year home warranty is included!

Listed by: Mary Dwyer 215.313.8386 mary.dwyer@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown
Listed by: Karen Caggia 215.504.7500 karen.caggia@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown

Listing closed: 10/27/2022 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PABU2035972

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Property Information for 1255 Fountain Road

Property Details

Taxes: $8,690 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Bucks County
Tax ID Number: 20-004-158
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Colonial
Levels/Stories: 2
Waterfront: No
Garage: Yes
Expected On Market Date: 09-16-2022
Subdivision: YARDLEY RUN
Subdivision: YARDLEY RUN (BUCKS PA)
Municipality: LOWER MAKEFIELD TWP
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,580.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1989
Lot Size: 0.08 AC / 3,596 SF

Location

School District Name: PENNSBURY
School District County ID: 300200397329

SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: BUCKS
MLS Area: Lower Makefield Twp (10120)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Assessed Value: $38,640

Year Assessed: 2022
County Tax: $983
Improvement Assessed Value: $30,240
City Town Tax: $792
Land Assessed Value: $8,400
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 1001
Zoning: R1
Tax Lot: 158
School Tax: $6,914
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

All Lower Levels

# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,580.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,580.00
Total SQFT: 2,580.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Frame
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8018/8163/5212/801881635212_512_384_WM_qrSUyezFU4A74amB.jpg
Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished, Improved, Interior Access
Foundation Details: Other
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 3
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 58.00 x

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Corner, Cul-de-sac, Open
Parcel ID: 82322

Parking

Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access

Interior Features

Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Stove - Wood
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Wood
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Accessibility Features: Other
Security Features: Security System
Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Pool: No Pool

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Whole House Fan

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Hot Water, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned, Wood, Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Bucks County Association of REALTORS
List Agent URL: marydwyerteam.com

Property History for 1255 Fountain Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Oct 27, 2022	Closed BRIGHT #PABU2035972	$700,000	—
Oct 13, 2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1500000673	$700,000	—
Sep 22, 2022	Pending BRIGHT #PABU2035972		—
Sep 16, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABU2035972	$700,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
10/27/2022	Closed BRIGHT #PABU2035972	$700,000
10/13/2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1500000673	$700,000
09/22/2022	Pending BRIGHT #PABU2035972	—
09/16/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABU2035972	$700,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1255 Fountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,400Additions$30,240Total$38,640

Tax Record2026$9,994 ($833 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,580 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,580 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,596 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989ZoningR1CountyBUCKSAPN20-004-158Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1255 Fountain Road

This home is within Pennsbury School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
9/10	Afton El School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.2 mi
6/10	William Penn Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	4.2 mi
7/10	Pennsbury High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	5.8 mi
NR	Newtown Friends School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
9/10	Afton El School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.2 mi
6/10	William Penn Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	4.2 mi
7/10	Pennsbury High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	5.8 mi
NR	Newtown Friends School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	1.0 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1255 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$700,000	4	4	2,580	3,596
2081 Wyngate Drive, Newtown, PA 18940	$785,000	4	3	2,929	9,380
1257 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$665,000	4	3	2,929	0
1261 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$448,000	4	3	2,580	12,197
2079 Wyngate Drive, Newtown, PA 18940	$835,000	4	3	2,598	9,380
1251 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$425,000	3	4	2,416	10,454
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1250 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$539,900	3	3	2,416	21,375
1262 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$459,900	3	3	–	10,890
1263 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$253,000	3	3	2,416	12,632
1249 Fountain Road, Newtown, PA 18940	$540,000	4	3	2,580	15,682
2061 Wyngate Drive, Newtown, PA 18940	$780,000	4	3	2,580	9,380
2060 Wyngate Drive, Newtown, PA 18940	$220,000	4	3	–	27,612
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