Charming Family Home with Custom Features and Serene Backyard Retreat Welcome to 181 Durham Road, nestled in the heart of Newtown, PA. This enchanting property offers a blend of modern comforts and peaceful tranquility, making it the perfect place to call home for you and your family. As you enter, you'll be greeted by a spacious living room adorned with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, creating a cozy ambiance for gatherings with loved ones. The large custom eat-in kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring high-end appliances, ample counter space, and room for the whole family to enjoy meals together. Right off the kitchen you will find a conveniently located powder room as well as a mud room leading into the 2-car garage. Escape to the serene backyard oasis, where you'll find a private retreat waiting for you. Relax in the hot tub as you admire the stunning sunsets or gather around the fire pit on cool evenings. The rear yard is adorned with pavers, a flourishing fig tree, lemon tree, olive tree and grape vines, creating a picturesque setting for outdoor entertaining. The main level boasts two bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with an upgraded custom bath. Additionally, the full basement offers a large office space and full bath, perfect for guests or use as a private retreat. With a family room that has a natural gas fireplace and plenty of storage space including a walk-in cedar closet, this basement is ideal for hosting movie nights or game days. Conveniently located just minutes from local attractions, schools, and shopping, this home offers both privacy and accessibility. Plus, with a fully fenced yard and 2-car garage, you'll have plenty of space and security for all your needs. The home is also equipped with a security system and outside cameras throughout. Don't miss your opportunity to own this charming home in the heart of Newtown. Schedule a viewing today and start envisioning the life you'll create in this delightful property. Various existing furniture and furnishings are negotiable.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$577Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carole Cohen• Coldwell Banker Hearthside
Custom, custom, custom! Are you downsizing? Do you want true one level living? Are you looking for a unique, updated place to be home? Well, you've found it! Everything in this stunning cottage has been custom designed. ALL of this custom design completed 5 yrs. ago. Attention to detail is evident from floors to ceilings. The custom stone fireplace greets you upon entering. The large plank hardwood floors guide you to the beautifully redone kitchen. Everything is new & waiting for the chef in you to explore. Granite countertops, stone backsplash and stainless steel appliances are just some of the features that await you. The main bathroom has been updated with tile floor, tile shower & a marble vanity top for the his & hers sinks. The master bedroom offers spacious closets with custom doors & automatic lighting. The french doors lead to large backyard and stone patio. Other features include a guest bedroom, powder room, laundry room & two car garage. Beautifully landscaped. .. all you need to do is move in NOW.
TREND #5498330
Apr 30, 2009
Sold
$325,000
$257/sq ft
Mar 9, 2009
Listed
$345,000
$273/sq ft
+7
BRIGHT MLS #1006389764
Jan 3, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2008
Listed
$390,000
$308/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 2002
Sold
$239,000
$189/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABU232320
Jan 13, 1993
Sold
$135,000
$107/sq ft
Jun 2, 1992
Listed
$135,000
$107/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 25, 1976
Sold
$43,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,336 (+5.7%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2025
$5,048 (+2.0%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2024
$4,948 (+4.5%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2023
$4,734 (+2.0%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2022
$4,642 (+1.6%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2021
$4,570 (+5.1%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2020
$4,350 (+2.4%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2019
$4,247 (+1.9%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2018
$4,167 (+3.6%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2017
$4,022 (+2.9%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2015
$3,909 (+0.5%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2014
$3,890 (+1.1%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2013
$3,849 (+2.3%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2011
$3,762
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2010
$3,762
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
Tax history for 181 Durham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,336 (+5.7%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2025
$5,048 (+2.0%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2024
$4,948 (+4.5%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2023
$4,734 (+2.0%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2022
$4,642 (+1.6%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2021
$4,570 (+5.1%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2020
$4,350 (+2.4%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2019
$4,247 (+1.9%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2018
$4,167 (+3.6%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2017
$4,022 (+2.9%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2015
$3,909 (+0.5%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2014
$3,890 (+1.1%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2013
$3,849 (+2.3%)
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2011
$3,762
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
2010
$3,762
$4,880 + $22,960
$27,840
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,265
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bucks County
APN
29-004-006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2026.
R-1
Medium Density Residential District
The Residential/Medium Density District is intended to promote the maintenance of existing medium-density neighborhoods that are already served by public sewer and water, while providing the opportunity for single-family detached, single-family cluster, and mixed dwelling development at higher densities in a Performance Subdivision. This district is adjacent to the high-density districts that are adjacent to the Borough of Newtown and the regional shopping center where municipal services are mostly available. Areas within this district are suitable for single-family detached with or without on-lot sewer and water and Performance Subdivision mixed dwelling developments. Except for single-family detached uses, all such uses shall be served by a franchised water company and sewer facility in accordance with the Act 537 Plan of the Participating Municipality where building or development is proposed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Recreation
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener