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Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
5.32 acresLot Size
$275Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lisa Povlow• Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
•215-340-5700 (broker)
•lynn@lynnsharer.com (broker)
Bought with Meg Roth• Class-Harlan Real Estate, LLC
FANTASTIC VALUE! Nestled on more than 5+ acres, this Custom home offers privacy and seclusion while still being conveniently located just minutes to Downtown Doylestown Boro and beautiful Lake Galena/Peace Valley Park. This gorgeous stone and stucco home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, & 2 powder rooms. As you enter this home, you are greeted by a bright 2-story foyer showcasing a custom solid oak staircase. The large eat-in kitchen features a center island, double wall oven, large pantry and plenty of counter space. Combined with a cozy Family room featuring built-in bookcases and a stunning floor to ceiling fireplace, this space is perfect for entertaining & family gatherings. The Formal living room, dining room, office, & 2 half baths complete this open floor plan. The Second floor includes 3 spacious bedrooms, full bath, & large master suite complete with walk-in closet, sitting room, private bath featuring a Jacuzzi tub, and glass sliders to a balcony perfect for taking in the tranquil views. This peaceful setting is a feature you will not find anywhere else. Located in Award Winning Central Bucks School District, this great valued home can be yours! Seller says bring an offer!
TREND #6618804
Jan 8, 2016
Sold
$515,000
$129/sq ft
Nov 17, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 30, 2015
Listed
$539,000
$136/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007814756
Jul 11, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2015
Listed
$556,000
$140/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007307202
Dec 31, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 2013
Listed
$549,900
$138/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009721582
Jul 31, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2013
Listed
$569,000
$143/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009711642
May 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 2013
Listed
$550,000
$138/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009570680
Jan 7, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 24, 2012
Listed
$599,900
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 1992
Sold
$370,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 26, 1985
Sold
$52,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,199 (+5.7%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2025
$11,537 (+4.9%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2024
$11,000 (+3.3%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2023
$10,650 (+2.0%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2022
$10,439 (+1.1%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2021
$10,321
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2020
$10,321 (+1.2%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2019
$10,194
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2018
$10,194 (+0.8%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2017
$10,114
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2015
$10,114 (−14.3%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2014
$11,798
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2013
$11,798 (+2.1%)
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2011
$11,555 (+1.7%)
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2010
$11,361
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
Tax history for 1140 Ferry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,199 (+5.7%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2025
$11,537 (+4.9%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2024
$11,000 (+3.3%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2023
$10,650 (+2.0%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2022
$10,439 (+1.1%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2021
$10,321
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2020
$10,321 (+1.2%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2019
$10,194
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2018
$10,194 (+0.8%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2017
$10,114
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2015
$10,114 (−14.3%)
$18,360 + $45,110
$63,470
2014
$11,798
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2013
$11,798 (+2.1%)
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2011
$11,555 (+1.7%)
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
2010
$11,361
$18,360 + $56,280
$74,640
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,977
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bucks County
APN
26-012-056-006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2026.
WS
Watershed District
The Watershed District consists of valuable natural resources such as woodlands, agricultural soils, floodplains, wetlands, aquifer recharge areas and areas of steep slopes. The Watershed District also includes Lake Galena, a popular recreational area, and the source for public water supply to the Forest Park Water Treatment Plant located downstream of Lake Galena near the confluence of the North Branch Neshaminy Creek and Pine Run. For these reasons, uses are permitted in both type and intensity which provide the maximum opportunities for open space in order to protect the natural resources in the watershed, including Lake Galena. Single-family detached and watershed conservation subdivisions are permitted, provided that sewage disposal methods shall replenish the water table in accordance with the Township's Sewage Facilities Plan and sewage management ordinances. Additional design criteria will be required in order to less then impact of point and non-point discharges in the watershed. In addition, the design and layout of open space, stormwater management facilities and the buildable areas shall be designed to achieve Best Management Practices BMPs and be compatible with other uses in the Watershed District.; Within the Watershed District, a building may be erected, altered or used and a lot or premises may be used only when in conformance with the conditions of this Part and the specific use, area and design regulations of this District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Library
Museum / gallery
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
Directions: From Doylestown Boro take N West Street to Limkiln to Ferry. Make a Right onto Ferry Rd. Home is off the road down a long drive way on the left.
Municipality: NEW BRITAIN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,977
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Bucks County
APN: 26-012-056-006
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 25, 2026
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Schools
Groveland El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Tohickon Middle School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
Central Bucks High School-West
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.04M – $1.26M
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