OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2012 for $300K

$589,441

•

1,513

sq ft

247 East Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901

About this home

Investment opportunity or enjoy as primary or second home. Park like 2 acre lot with completely rehabbed 1.5 story Cape close to the Boro. Formerly the "Caretakers Cottage" from the Oscar Hammerstein Estate. Breakfast room off kitchen is beautifully tiled with lots of light. Newly remodeled kitchen with oak cabinetry, granite counters, tile backsplash. Living room, dining room and 3 bedrooms all with with hardwood flooring. Dining room has closet and could be used as 4th bedroom. Two full baths, tastefully appointed with new tile, cabinetry, fixtures and lighting. Ceiling fans throughout the house. Detached outbuilding offers garage space, workshop and storage. Large lot offers possibility for building or subdivision. Please inquire with Doylestown Township about building/subdivision possibilities. Home has rented for up to $2200/mo. Ref MLS# 5969670.

Single-familyProperty Type

1941Year Built

2 acresLot Size

$390Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by • BHHS Fox & Roach-Doylestown

•215-348-1700 (broker)

•renee.swillo@foxroach.com (broker)

Bought with Sherri Belfus Kracht • Class-Harlan Real Estate, LLC

•215-348-8111 (broker)

•info@classharlan.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1002414633

Redfin Estimate

$589,441

$289K since sold in August 2012$11K since August

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This home's estimate is 6.7% higher than the average sale price ($553K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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SOLD DEC 19, 2025
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B
3 beds1.5 baths1,704 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$637,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,080 sq ft
53 Sandywood Dr, Doylestown, PA 18901
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$660,000
D
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$290,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,403 sq ft
240 Edison Furlong Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$415,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,080 sq ft
2361 Turk Rd N, Doylestown, PA 18901

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Market trends in 18901, PA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$710K

$38K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 247 East Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #1002414335

Aug 15, 2012

Sold

$325,000

$215/sq ft

+15

Great investment property near Doylestown Boro. Park like 2-acre lot with completely rehabbed 1.5 story Cape close to the Boro. Formerly the "Caretakers Cottage" from the Oscar Hammerstein Estate. Lot is surrounded by trees creating a very private setting. Possibility of subdivision and/or room to build. Must inquire with Doylestown Township for subdivision/building possibilities. 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home has been rehabbed to include new tile, cabinetry, counters, faucets and lighting in both bathrooms. Hardwood flooring and tile flooring throughout. Updated kitchen with oak cabinets, granite counters and tile backsplash. Dining room has closet and could be used as a 4th bedroom. Ceiling fans throughout house. Detached outbuilding could be used as a garage with plenty of storage and workshop possibilities. Outbuilding could possibly be rented out for income. Home has been rented for up to $2200/month.

BRIGHT MLS #1002414633

Aug 27, 2012

Sold

$300,000

$198/sq ft

Nov 4, 2011

Listed

$329,000

$217/sq ft

Nov 4, 2011

Listing Removed

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BRIGHT MLS #1004684380

May 2, 2011

Sold

$290,000

$192/sq ft

Apr 6, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Nov 2, 2010

Listed

$319,000

$211/sq ft

Just minutes to Doylestown this charming rancher has a great loction. Sitting on 1 Acre with mature trees this stone and vinyl home has a wonderful lot, a two car garage, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and 3 nicely sized bedrooms. A five year old roof, a two year old heating unit & a newer water heater shows how well this home has been maintained. With so much potential this home awaits your finishing touches.

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Single Family Residential

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Bucks County

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Last updated by owner on Jul 25, 2023.

R-1

Residential District

The purpose of the R-1 Residential District is to allow for low-density single-family residential development in areas suitable for residences and for single-family residential development on smaller lots where open space is preserved and centralized sewer and water services are provided. Additionally, use opportunities, including single-family attached townhouse development, shall be allowed to assist in preserving historic resources in accordance with Sections 603 and 605 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, Act 247, as amended.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Golf related

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Detached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance

Exterior

Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $11,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed

Lot Information
Lot Features: Flag, Level, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Subdivision Possible
Lot Size Dimensions: 208X416
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $9,400

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,513
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $20,400
Tax Year: 2011
Tax Annual Amount: $3,121

Utilities

Utilities Information
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Oil, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: KUTZ
Middle Or Junior School: LENAPE
High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS

Location Information
Cross Street: CHERRY LANE
Directions: From Doylestown, Route 202 North, right on East Road, (before The Farm office complex) cross over bypass, property on left, before Cherry Lane
Municipality: DOYLESTOWN TWP

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Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Bucks County
APN: —

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 25, 2023

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Schools

Kutz El School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

Lenape Middle School

Public 7-9 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

Central Bucks High School-West

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° 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, 5 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$560,000 – $678,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
247B E Road, Doylestown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1513 Sq. Ft.	$526,666
74 Cherry Lane, Doylestown, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2377 Sq. Ft.	$620,583

Address	Redfin Estimate
88 Cherry Lane, Doylestown, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1821 Sq. Ft.	$611,111
66 Cherry Lane, Doylestown, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$539,258

Address	Redfin Estimate
80 Cherry Lane, Doylestown, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2634 Sq. Ft.	$732,590
211 East Road, Doylestown, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2016 Sq. Ft.	$669,617

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