Enjoy in-town living in the highly coveted and charming, historic Doylestown Borough! 235 N Franklin Street offers turnkey, one level living with fantastic walkability. Unpack your bags and enjoy all that Doylestown Borough offers – wonderful restaurants, shops, museums, the historic Doylestown County Theater, parks, golf courses and various festivals. Doylestown is steeped in history and the arts. Fonthill Castle, Mercer Museum and Moravian Pottery & Tile Works Museum. Meander down a lovely paver walkway to the inviting covered front porch of this updated and neat-as-a-pin, ranch style home. Enter the home into the living room with gorgeous hardwood floors and large windows with plantation shutters. The open floorplan flows into the dining area and updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, farm sink and recessed lighting. Sliding glass doors from the dining area provide access to your own private, outdoor oasis! The magnificent backyard includes a lovely deck with built-in bench seating, mature landscaping and lovely gardens as well as a newly built, stone outdoor fireplace and flagstone patio. A wonderful place to unwind with a glass of wine and entertain. The home also offers an insulated sunroom with a tiled ceramic floor with heat, ceiling fan and access to the backyard. A great space where you can enjoy tranquil views of the backyard throughout the seasons. The fully fenced backyard provides peace of mind as your 4-legged family members can roam freely. There are 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors and an updated full bathroom. The main level also provides powder room for guests and the garage was upgraded to finished and conditioned living space, offering versatility for parking and much more! The lower level offers a tremendous amount of space for storage and recreational activities. Many updates have been done over the years. Most recently, New Roof 2025, New Furnace 2023, 300 amps. Close in proximity to Doylestown Hospital, Doylestown Airport and nearby major routes, including accessibility to mass transit via Doylestown Train Station and bus stops. Located in the award-winning Central Bucks School District!
Sold for $735,000
$735,000
235 N Franklin St, Doylestown, PA 18901
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$766,000 Zestimate®
$547/sqft
$2,840 Estimated rent
Home value
$766,000
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Ranch style homePrivate outdoor oasisFully fenced backyardInsulated sunroomOpen floorplanSliding glass doorsCustom cabinetry
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Listed by:
Gwen Simons 215-272-2614,
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Cary Simons 484-431-9019,
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Cory Benhardt, RS350526
Keller Williams Main Line
Erica Deuschle, RS311481
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABU2102134
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Sun/Florida Room, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Living room
- Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Windows,Drainage System
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Aluminum
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 142
- Features: Front Yard, Level, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 08004033005
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Active Radon Mitigation
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Doylestown Boro
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Doylestown
- Municipality: DOYLESTOWN BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $547/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $31,090
- Annual tax amount: $5,817
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Mounted Tv's In The Main Bedroom, Living Room & Kitchen, Basement Tv. (all In As Is Condition With No Monetary Value)
- Exclusions: Sunroom Tv
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $735,000+5.2%$547/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABU2102134 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$520/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2102134 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+70.9%$520/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2102134 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2014 | Sold | $409,000-4.9%$304/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $429,900+45.7%$320/sqft |
Source: Doylestown Regional Realty #6307065 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2010 | Sold | $295,000$219/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,817 | $31,090 |
| 2024 | $5,817 +9% | $31,090 |
| 2023 | $5,336 +1.4% | $31,090 |
| 2022 | $5,262 +1.1% | $31,090 |
| 2021 | $5,204 +1.1% | $31,090 |
| 2020 | $5,147 +2.4% | $31,090 |
| 2018 | $5,028 +1.1% | $31,090 |
| 2017 | $4,975 | $31,090 |
| 2016 | $4,975 | $31,090 |
| 2015 | -- | $31,090 +19.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $26,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $26,000 +300% |
| 2004 | -- | $6,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $6,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $6,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18901
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Doyle El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Lenape Middle SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Central Bucks High School-WestGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Central Bucks
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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