Last Sold Price
4 beds2,400 sqft$204/sqft
1540 Fels Rd, Pennsburg, PA 18073

Description

Historic, authentic stone 2.5 story German farmhouse in beautiful Bucks County. Believed to be constructed in the mid-1750 s, this unique architectural gem has been refurbished over the years to historic artisan quality finish, but with all of the modern amenities tastefully added that you would want, including dual high-efficiency heat pump/AC systems, granite countertops, sanded and refinished original wide-plank wood flooring, massive and architecturally interesting open wood beams and joists,...Historic, authentic stone 2.5 story German farmhouse in beautiful Bucks County. Believed to be constructed in the mid-1750 s, this unique architectural gem has been refurbished over the years to historic artisan quality finish, but with all of the modern amenities tastefully added that you would want, including dual high-efficiency heat pump/AC systems, granite countertops, sanded and refinished original wide-plank wood flooring, massive and architecturally interesting open wood beams and joists, huge walk-in fireplace, high ceilings, four bedrooms- 2.5 baths, first floor laundry room, mud room, etc. This 24.35 acre property is a perfect gentlemen's farm, with quiet back fields and wooded areas that offer privacy, fields, open spaces and room to roam, hunt or enjoy, and yet it is very convenient to all major arteries. The fully documented Deed history and burial records dating back to the 1750's verify its origin to America's Colonial period the original owner and his son fought in the Revolutionary War, and his son was a convicted member of the Fries Rebellion (also known as the Second American Revolution) and was spared/pardoned by President John Adams! There is a newer built detached 2-Story stone constructed garage/barn with an open 670 Sq. /Ft. 2nd floor with massive post and beam trusses, a fireplace and electricity, which offers potential extra living/office space or barn-style parties. This is an absolute must see historic stone farmhouse and property. The property in under PA Act 319 for lower taxes, but there are no open space restrictions!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/19/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jessica Lynn Libor • BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
    P: (610) 389-0083 jessica.libor@foxroach.com

Property Details for 1540 Fels Road

Status
MLS #
PABU465704
Days on Market
21
Taxes
$6,219 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1840
Lot Size
24.35 AC / 1,060,860 SF
Tax ID Number
23-007-035
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (BUCKS PA)
Municipality
MILFORD TWP
Total Parking Spaces
5
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,400.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
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

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$545,000

Avg days on market

29

Sale-to-list ratio

98.6%

Pennsburg, PA

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

Sold By American Foursquare Realty LLC

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Building Information for 1540 Fels Road

Stories-Year Built1840Building Size-Lot Size24.35 AC / 1,060,860 SF

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Property Information for 1540 Fels Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: QUAKERTOWN COMMUNITY
  • School District County ID: 300200397165
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BUCKS
  • MLS Area: Milford Twp (10123)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $32,590
  • Year Assessed: 2018
  • County Tax: $797
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $29,790
  • City Town Tax: $65
  • Land Assessed Value: $2,800
  • Clean Green Assessed: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 1056
  • Zoning: RA
  • Tax Lot: 035
  • School Tax: $5,357
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $5,000
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
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Other
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 5
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Other
Room 6
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,400.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Parcel ID: 117538
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 1540 Fels Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #646913919

$489,000

+6.0% / yr

Jun 19, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PABU465704

$489,000
May 9, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PABU465704

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #646913919

$489,000

+6.0% / yr

06/19/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PABU465704

$489,000
05/09/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PABU465704

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

Public Records for 1540 Fels Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,800Additions$29,790Total$32,590
Tax Record2026$6,756 ($563 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,060,860 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1840ZoningRACountyBUCKSAPN23-007-035Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1540 Fels Road

This home is within Quakertown Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pfaff El School
PublicK to 5

6th Grade Center
Public6

Quakertown Community Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1540 Fels Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073
$489,000
4
2,400
1,060,860
$120,000
109,902
3
2
2,184
132,205
$264,900
3
1,848
43,440
$104,355
3
2
1,080
24,000
3
1
960
784,080

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