Charming, 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape Cod home situated on a very private 1/3 acre lot with fenced backyard and gate to walk/bike trails surrounding open space. This makes walking to Newtown Borough a breeze! Completely updated with tremendous sense of style, this charmer is a delight to show! New HVAC, newly painted (neutral colors), chimney relined (2013), new storm doors, fence refinished in 2014. Full bedroom and bathroom on first floor, fireplace, huge finished basement, new outdoor shed, hardwood flooring throughout, beautiful remodeled kitchen with quartz counters, tile backsplash, custom lighting and stainless appliances. The outside living includes a brick patio tucked under large shade trees. This home is surrounded by extensive landscaping which includes a beautiful array of flowering plants and shrubs.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joyce Rankin• RE/MAX Properties - Newtown
•215-968-7400 (broker)
•christerry@bucksremax.com (broker)
Bought with Debra Chmieleski• BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown
Picture perfect & charming 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cape situated on a very private 1/3 acre with fenced rear yard & gate to walking/bike trails surrounding open space. .. make walking to dinner in Newtown a breeze! Completely updated w/ a tremendous sense of style, this charmer is a delight to show! Brand new Kitchen w/ Quartz counters, tiled backsplash, custom lighting & attention to detail w/ new stainless appliances include refrigerator. Huge living rm w/ fireplace, h/w floors & great windows allow for a spacious & comfortable space to relax. 1st flr BR suite w/ completely renovated full bath has custom sink base, corner shower & cool lighting. 2nd flr boasts 2 very large bedrooms, each w/ hardwood flrs & a full, completely updated bathroom w/ cstm sink & lighting. A finished basement w/ extra above-grade windows include an additional 700 square feet of living space w/ super functional laundry including high-end front loading washer/dryer. Garage, plus patio, shed, raised garden beds & clothes line. True one-of-a-kind!
Public Records
Jul 18, 2000
Sold
$175,000
$127/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABU183468
Mar 8, 2000
Listed
$175,000
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,987 (+5.7%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2025
$3,772 (+2.0%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2024
$3,697 (+4.5%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2023
$3,537 (+2.0%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2022
$3,468 (+1.6%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2021
$3,414 (+5.1%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2020
$3,250 (+2.4%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2019
$3,173 (+1.9%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2018
$3,113 (+3.6%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2017
$3,004 (+2.9%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2015
$2,920 (+0.5%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2014
$2,906 (+1.1%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2013
$2,876 (+2.3%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2011
$2,811
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2010
$2,811
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
Tax history for 81 Richboro Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,987 (+5.7%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2025
$3,772 (+2.0%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2024
$3,697 (+4.5%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2023
$3,537 (+2.0%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2022
$3,468 (+1.6%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2021
$3,414 (+5.1%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2020
$3,250 (+2.4%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2019
$3,173 (+1.9%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2018
$3,113 (+3.6%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2017
$3,004 (+2.9%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2015
$2,920 (+0.5%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2014
$2,906 (+1.1%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2013
$2,876 (+2.3%)
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2011
$2,811
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
2010
$2,811
$6,800 + $14,000
$20,800
*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
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,373
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bucks County
APN
29-011-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R-2
High Density Residential District
The Residential/High Density District is intended to provide higher-density development in those areas near major highways, commercial areas, and/or centers of employment. Single-family detached, single-family detached cluster and Performance Subdivision mixed dwelling development at high densities are permitted. Restrictions are provided to maintain suitable areas of open space. 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
Housing-Mobile home park
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Private
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Attached 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
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Stall Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
Improvement Assessed Value: $14,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 75X184
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $6,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,373
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $20,800
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $2,921
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
100 Amp Service
Gas, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: COUNCIL ROCK
Location Information
Cross Street: LINDEN
Directions: Richboro Road near Linden Ave in Newtown
Municipality: NEWTOWN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,373
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Bucks County
APN: 29-011-004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
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Schools
Newtown El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Newtown Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Council Rock High School North
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$576,000 – $697,000
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