Quality materials and craftsmanship define this expanded country cape with cedar shingle roof on 2.7 park-like acres. Custom touches include extensive wood trim & mill work creating a feeling of understated luxury. Prime location in Buckingham with open space on the left and backing to preserved land. Enter the freshly painted main foyer and feel the warmth of this home. Central to the house is a great room with a wall of built-in bookcases, wood-burning fireplace flanked by window seats on each side and wood beamed cathedral ceiling. The updated kitchen has granite counters, Sub-zero fridge, Bosch dishwasher, gas cook top, center island and glass doors leading to the composite "trex" deck. Wood floors continue through the dining room, living room w/ gas fireplace and 1st floor office. Newly updated laundry & mudroom complete the 1st floor. Upstairs is the master bedroom suite with 2 walk-in closets, sitting area and luxurious over-sized tile shower and soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms and 2 full baths for family & guests. The professionally landscaped grounds provide a tranquil & private oasis for relaxation. Stroll the gardens or play ball in the flat grassed yard and grow fresh vegetables in a picture perfect fenced area with hose & water. And don't forget the deck for BBQs and entertaining! Installed in 2015 just off the kitchen is a composite deck with built-in lights and a huge 13 foot umbrella. If you just want solitude, relax on the deck while watching/listening to the calming stone waterfall. Need more space? Basement includes a game room, storage area and workbench. Recent Trane 2-zone high efficiency heat pumps (2014), 2 Bradford White water heaters (2019) extensive additional insulation (2014), Bosch dishwasher (2018). This house has it all, including a long list of upgrades and meticulous maintenance. One year home warranty included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
2.71 acresLot Size
$325Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by David Spivack• Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
•215-340-5700 (broker)
•lynn@lynnsharer.com (broker)
Bought with Theresa Bryan• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Unique Cape Cod on 2.7 acres in historical Bucks County, on a quiet street and backed by preserved land. Built by Bruce Lesser in '91. Over 3,500 sq. ft. of living space. Main floor features hardwood floors, refinished in '09. Open kitchen features granite counter tops and island with eating area. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors to the rear deck, which overlooks flagstone patio and gardens. Formal dining right off kitchen. Two-story family room, featuring windows on three sides and wood-burning fireplace. Entire second floor re-carpeted in 2010. Master bedroom suite includes seamless marble shower and soaking tub, installed in '09. Large windows provide plenty of natural light for the sitting/reading area. Upstairs has 2 additional full baths, 2 linen closets, and 3 additional bedrooms, one with built-in bookshelves. Int. /ext. of home completely repainted and new cedar shake shingles installed in '09. Immaculate condition. Ready to move in.
BRIGHT MLS #1002290279
Aug 7, 2008
Sold
$898,000
$207/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002235357
Jun 1, 2006
Sold
$920,000
$212/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABU386722
Dec 2, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 8, 2005
Listed
$950,000
$219/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 1998
Sold
$500,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1988
Sold
$535,000
$124/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,854 (+6.1%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2025
$13,055 (+4.7%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2024
$12,465 (+3.5%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2023
$12,042 (+1.2%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2022
$11,898 (+1.2%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2021
$11,756
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2020
$11,756 (−10.9%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2019
$13,200
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2018
$13,200 (+0.8%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2017
$13,091 (−1.0%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2015
$13,221 (+0.9%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2014
$13,109 (−5.6%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2013
$13,890 (+3.3%)
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
2011
$13,444
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
2010
$13,444
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
Tax history for 4040 Ruckman Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,854 (+6.1%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2025
$13,055 (+4.7%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2024
$12,465 (+3.5%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2023
$12,042 (+1.2%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2022
$11,898 (+1.2%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2021
$11,756
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2020
$11,756 (−10.9%)
$24,000 + $52,560
$76,560
2019
$13,200
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2018
$13,200 (+0.8%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2017
$13,091 (−1.0%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2015
$13,221 (+0.9%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2014
$13,109 (−5.6%)
$24,000 + $62,530
$86,530
2013
$13,890 (+3.3%)
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
2011
$13,444
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
2010
$13,444
$24,000 + $67,680
$91,680
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.71 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,890
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bucks County
APN
06-004-111
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
The R-1 Residential Districts accommodate residential development in development districts identified by the Township Comprehensive Plan.; A building or structure may be erected or altered to be used either in whole or in part and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses and no other, provided that such uses, buildings, or structures shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot sizes, lot width, building area, heights, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking and other requirements as specified by this Ordinance.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Day care facility
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Wall, Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Water Treat System, Walk-in Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, Soaking Tub, Master Bath(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Family Room Off Kitchen, Crown Moldings, Carpet, Central Vacuum
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Mud Room, Office, Master Bathroom
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Gas/Propane, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Basement Finished Percent: 30.00
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 440
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $52,560
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Builder Name: Bruce Lesser
Construction Materials: Frame
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Shingle, Wood
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s), Water Falls, Water Fountains, Exterior Lighting
Fencing: Invisible
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Premium, Front Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $24,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,890
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 440
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $306
County Tax: $1,948
School Tax: $9,501
Tax Assessed Value: $76,560
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $11,756
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric, Multi-tank
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: LINDEN
Middle Or Junior School: HOLICONG
High School: CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL EAST
School District Name: CENTRAL BUCKS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Mechanicsville Road to Lancaster, right on Ruckman.
Location Type: Suburban
Municipality: BUCKINGHAM TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,890
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: —
County: Bucks County
APN: 06-004-111
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Linden El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Holicong Middle School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
Central Bucks High School-East
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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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Doylestown, PA • 18902
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.34M – $1.62M
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