688 New Rd is a 2,348 square foot house on a 12.82 acre lot with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. - it last sold on January 23, 2004 for $173,000. Based on Redfin's Gilbertsville data, we estimate the home's value is $494,691.
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
12.82 acresLot Size
$211Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$494,691
$322K since sold in January 2004$1,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 26.2% higher than the average sale price ($392K) of 6 comparable homes.
This is an ideal location for someone looking for a property on a road that is not traveled very heavily. The land is nearly flat and heavily wooded. There is a possibility for subdivision, provided approvals would be granted by all governmental authority. A survey plan is in the listing file. The interior square footage shown above is an estimate only. Buyer should verify to satisfy self.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,166 (+4.7%)
2025
$4,934 (+3.7%)
2024
$4,759 (+4.0%)
2023
$4,575 (+3.4%)
2022
$4,425 (+3.4%)
2021
$4,281 (+3.2%)
2020
$4,149 (−38.7%)
2018
$6,765 (+137.7%)
2017
$2,846 (−20.5%)
2015
$3,579 (+2.8%)
2014
$3,480
2013
$3,480 (+5.6%)
2011
$3,296 (+4.6%)
2010
$3,151 (+2.9%)
2009
$3,062
Tax history for 688 New Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,166 (+4.7%)
2025
$4,934 (+3.7%)
2024
$4,759 (+4.0%)
2023
$4,575 (+3.4%)
2022
$4,425 (+3.4%)
2021
$4,281 (+3.2%)
2020
$4,149 (−38.7%)
2018
$6,765 (+137.7%)
2017
$2,846 (−20.5%)
2015
$3,579 (+2.8%)
2014
$3,480
2013
$3,480 (+5.6%)
2011
$3,296 (+4.6%)
2010
$3,151 (+2.9%)
2009
$3,062
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-2M
Residential Modified District
The purpose of the R-2M Residential Modified District is to provide for low density development in areas of steeper slopes and limited ground water supply. Low density development will help in maintaining the scenic beauty and in protecting the sensitive natural features of the area.; Within the R-2M Residential Modified District, a building may be erected, altered or used, and a lot or premises may be used when in conformance with the conditions of this chapter and the specific use, area and design regulations of this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Central
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Cape Cod
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Aluminum/Vinyl
Property Information
Subdivision Name: W JOSEPH SOSA JR
Living Sq. Ft: 2,348
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,034
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: B 44 U 1
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 558,439
Legal Lot Number: 2
Legal Block Number: 39
School Tax District: BOYERTOWN AREA
Municipality Name: NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP
Acres: 12.82
Front Footage: 1,130
Zoning Code: R50
County Use Description: AGRIC-FOREST 10+ AC (PREF)
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Water Service Type: Well
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,348
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 12.82 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: —
County: Montgomery County
APN: 470005264008
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
New Hanover-Upper Frederick Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Boyertown Area Junior High School-East
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Boyertown Area Senior High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
8/10
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Estimated sale price
$470,000 – $569,000
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