1596 River Rd

New Hope, PA 18938

$939,900
Price
3
Beds
2,228 Sq. Ft.
$422 / Sq. Ft.
2,228
Sq. Ft.
$422
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Set on a rare, large level lot in the highly regarded Council Rock School District, this property offers space, privacy, and flexibility that’s hard to find. The expansive flat yard is ideal for entertaining, play, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors, with plenty of room to grow. A long private driveway provides generous parking and leads to a detached one-car garage, adding both convenience and functionality. Entry is on the second level, opening to a welcoming foyer. The kitchen features...Set on a rare, large level lot in the highly regarded Council Rock School District, this property offers space, privacy, and flexibility that’s hard to find. The expansive flat yard is ideal for entertaining, play, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors, with plenty of room to grow. A long private driveway provides generous parking and leads to a detached one-car garage, adding both convenience and functionality. Entry is on the second level, opening to a welcoming foyer. The kitchen features abundant oak cabinetry, double sink, high-hat lighting, pantry storage, and a sunny breakfast area. Reverse osmosis filtration services both the sink and refrigerator. The living room offers hardwood flooring and direct access to a deck overlooking the backyard, creating easy indoor-outdoor flow. The main level includes three bedrooms. One bedroom features a ceiling fan, while the primary suite offers vinyl plank flooring, excellent closet space, private deck access, and an updated stall shower bath. All bathrooms are renovated. The finished lower level significantly expands the living space, offering a large open family room with luxury vinyl tile flooring, an additional bedroom, laundry area, and a French door that walk out to the backyard. This level is ideal for guests, extended living, or a flexible recreation space. Additional highlights include two-zone HVAC with heat pump and oil backup, central air, and a generator that services most of the home, including heat. A storage shed adds extra utility. A solid home with great bones, meaningful updates, and a standout lot in a prime location — offering the space today’s buyers are searching for.
  1. Listed by Joseph B Bograd • Elite Realty Group Unl. Inc.
    P: (267)-246-9729 jbograd@gmail.com

Property Details for 1596 River Road

Tax ID Number
47-007-029-001
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial, Bi-level, Cabin/Lodge
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/18/2026 03:41 PM

Property Details for 1596 River Road

StatusActive
MLS #PABU2115078
Days on Market28
Taxes$6,413 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1978
Lot Size1.89 AC / 82,328 SF
CountyBucks County
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Building Information for 1596 River Road

Stories2Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size1.89 AC / 82,328 SF

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Property Information for 1596 River Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: COUNCIL ROCK
  • School District County ID: 300200397420
  • County: BUCKS
  • MLS Area: Upper Makefield Twp (10147)
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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $36,720
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • County Tax: $1,007
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $24,920
  • Land Assessed Value: $11,800
  • Land Use Code: 1010
  • Zoning: CM
  • Tax Lot: 029-001
  • School Tax: $5,169
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Financial Information
Expenses
  • Heating Oil Avg Month: $181
  • Heating Oil Prev 12 Months: $2,172
  • Electric Avg Month: $145
  • Electric Prev 12 Months: $1,740
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,228.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 2,228.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8046/5396/8928/804653968928_512_384_WM_D4cOVh8pazYevq1k.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate Plank, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Vinyl
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Front Entrance, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows, Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 0
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Interior, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded
  • Parcel ID: 184901
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil, Propane - Leased
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Bucks County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1596 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 16, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$939,900—
Mar 10, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$969,500—
Mar 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$995,900—
May 20, 2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

$700,000—
May 13, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1490836052

$700,000

+5.9% / yr

Apr 28, 2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

—
Apr 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

$650,000—
Aug 24, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004392710

$400,000—
Aug 22, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #339899174

$400,000—
Jul 27, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004392710

—
May 16, 2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004392710

$549,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/16/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$939,900
03/10/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$969,500
03/02/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABU2115078

$995,900
05/20/2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

$700,000
05/13/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1490836052

$700,000

+5.9% / yr

04/28/2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

—
04/21/2022

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABU2024390

$650,000
08/24/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004392710

$400,000
08/22/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #339899174

$400,000
07/27/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004392710

—
05/16/2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004392710

$549,500

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

Public Records for 1596 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$11,800Additions$24,920Total$36,720
Tax Record2025$6,414 ($534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,348 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,348 SqFtStories1Lot Size82,111 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningCMCountyBUCKSAPN47-007-029-001

Schools near 1596 River Road

This home is within Council Rock School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sol Feinstone El School
Public - K to 6
Newtown Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Council Rock High School North
Public - 9 to 12
Wrightstown El School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Sol Feinstone El School
PublicK to 6

Newtown Middle School
Public7 to 8

Council Rock High School North
Public9 to 12

Wrightstown El School
PublicK to 5

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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More information about 1596 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938

1596 River Road is a single family home for sale in New Hope, PA 18938. This property was listed for sale on March 2, 2026 by Elite Realty Group Unl. Inc., it's currently listed at $939,900. It has been on the market for a total of 28 days and was last sold on May 20, 2022. This listing's school district is Council Rock School District. Nearby schools include Sol Feinstone El School, Newtown Middle School and Council Rock High School North. 1596 River Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,228 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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