HUGE $45,000 Price Reduction . .. bring offer! Are you looking for a farm with just over 45 acres? This 4-bedroom farmhouse in Upper Bucks County is set on 45+/- mostly wooded acreage and a trail leads to a piece of cleared land. On the property is a 46'x62' 2-story solid block barn with water, 110 & 220 electric service, concrete floor and 3+ car capacity with 10' garage door plus large workshop or stall area. Gingerbread millwork adorns the front porch and the exterior was updated with vinyl siding and easy to clean insulated windows throughout. The spacious 17x26 living room features exposed oak beams and the six windows bring in the sun's natural light. A coat closet and wash sink can be found in the laundry room that is located on the main floor. Bring your horses, 4-wheelers, snowmobiles and ride the trail. Shared driveway. Subdivision is not possible. RP Zoning-Resource Protected. Act 319 Forrest Reserve. Minutes to I-78 makes this an easy commute to Allentown, Philadelphia, New Jersey or New York!
Single-familyProperty Type
1912Year Built
45.57 acresLot Size
$117Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cheri Savini• Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville
•215-631-1900 (broker)
•klrw299@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Tom Smeland• RE/MAX Action Realty-Horsham
Are you looking for a farm with just over 45 acres? This 4-bedroom farmhouse in Upper Bucks County is set on 45+/- mostly wooded acreage and a trail leads to a piece of cleared land. On the property is a 46'x62' solid block barn with water, 110 & 220 electric service, concrete floor and 3+ car capacity with 10' garage doors plus large workshop or stall area. Gingerbread millwork adorns the front porch and the exterior was updated with vinyl siding and easy to clean insulated windows throughout. The spacious 17x26 living room features exposed oak beams and the six windows bring in the sun's natural light. A coat closet and wash sink can be found in the laundry room that is located on the main floor for easy access. Bring your horses, 4-wheelers, snowmobiles and ride the trail. Shared driveway & subdivision not possible. RP Zoning, Resource Protected. Act 319 Forrest Reserve. Minutes to I-78 makes this an easy commute to Allentown, Philadelphia, New Jersey or New York!
GLVRMLS #438059
Dec 21, 2012
Sold
$242,500
$117/sq ft
Sep 21, 2012
Listed
$255,000
$123/sq ft
TREND #6108889
Dec 21, 2012
Sold
$242,500
$117/sq ft
Nov 7, 2012
Pending
—
Oct 19, 2012
Price Changed
$255,000
$123/sq ft
Oct 6, 2012
Price Changed
$275,000
$133/sq ft
Sep 12, 2012
Listed
$299,900
$145/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004093846
Dec 21, 2012
Sold
$242,500
$117/sq ft
Oct 22, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 11, 2012
Listed
$255,000
$123/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009182194
Sep 23, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Dec 20, 2010
Listed
$474,900
$229/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009182724
Sep 23, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Dec 20, 2010
Listed
$474,900
$229/sq ft
GLVRMLS #402103
Jul 1, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,618 (+3.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2025
$5,447 (+0.9%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2024
$5,398 (+1.2%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2023
$5,331 (+3.0%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2022
$5,173 (+2.0%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2021
$5,074
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2020
$5,074 (+1.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2019
$5,017 (+0.7%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2018
$4,984 (+1.6%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2017
$4,906 (+3.4%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2015
$4,743 (+2.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2014
$4,644 (+1.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2013
$4,594 (−30.4%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2011
$6,604 (+1.1%)
$23,080 + $25,560
$48,640
2010
$6,532
$23,080 + $25,560
$48,640
Tax history for 1553 Salem Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,618 (+3.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2025
$5,447 (+0.9%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2024
$5,398 (+1.2%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2023
$5,331 (+3.0%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2022
$5,173 (+2.0%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2021
$5,074
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2020
$5,074 (+1.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2019
$5,017 (+0.7%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2018
$4,984 (+1.6%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2017
$4,906 (+3.4%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2015
$4,743 (+2.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2014
$4,644 (+1.1%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2013
$4,594 (−30.4%)
$7,720 + $25,560
$33,280
2011
$6,604 (+1.1%)
$23,080 + $25,560
$48,640
2010
$6,532
$23,080 + $25,560
$48,640
*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
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
45.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,072
Year built
1910
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Bucks County
APN
42-008-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
RP
Resource Protection District
To protect areas consisting largely of natural features such as mature forest, steep slopes, scenic areas, wetlands, streams, floodplains and ponds including those identified in the latest version of the Bucks County Natural Resources Plan. Intensities are such as to insure that these resources are preserved, while providing for residential development with suitable sewage disposal. To carry out the Cooks Creek Watershed Conservation Plan.
Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Drainage System
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $25,560
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
Other Structures: Shed, Barn/Farm Building
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Boat Storage
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular, Level, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREGULAR
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $7,720
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,072
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $33,280
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $4,594
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Oil, Hot Water, Baseboard
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil, S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School: PALISADES
School District Name: PALISADES
Location Information
Cross Street: MINE RD
Directions: From Quakertown, go North on PA 309, Turn right on East Cherry Rd, take 1st left onto Mine Rd, take 2nd right on Salem Rd, on right. Shared Driveway.
Municipality: SPRINGFIELD TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,072
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 45.57 acres
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Bucks County
APN: 42-008-003
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Springfield El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.3mi
8/10
Palisades Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi
5/10
Palisades High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Quakertown, PA • 18951
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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