Magnificent 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial in Country Bend situated on a premium cul-de-sac lot backing to open space and a tree line has been tastefully and extensively remodeled and upgraded. The living room has been expanded and features engineered wood floors and a beautiful custom fireplace that is the center piece of this elegant room. After living room expansion the square footage of the home should be closer to 1776+- square feet. The gourmet eat-in kitchen has been totally remodeled with custom cabinetry, granite counter tops, center island, porcelain tile floors, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile backsplash, and an extra full wall of cabinets and counter tops in the dining area. The kitchen also has a sliding glass door to the rear patio and a box bay window with cozy window seat and views of the rear yard and open space. The remodeled 1st floor powder room has a furniture style vanity, upgraded fixtures and a closet area for the washer and dryer. The expansive main bedroom suite includes a large sitting room, walk-in closet and a beautiful, completely remodeled full bath. Planked vinyl floors are throughout the 2nd floor. The hall bath has also been fully remodeled with ceramic tile floors and surrounds, a lovely vanity and upgraded fixtures. Both secondary bedrooms are well lit and spacious and offer excellent closet space. The 2nd bedroom has a full view glass door leading to the 2nd floor deck with views of the rear yard and open common space. The 2nd floor deck has composite decking and vinyl railings for maintenance free enjoyment. Venture down to the full finished basement that has been divided into 2 separate finished spaces and imagine the many potential uses for this space. This home offers many different ways to enjoy the outside. In addition to the 2nd floor deck, there is a lovely, covered patio area off the kitchen and a private rear yard backing to open space and a tree line. There is an attractive and substantial size shed for additional storage. Windows, doors, siding, roof, and HVAC, have all been replaced. There is custom trim and millwork throughout the home. The doors have been custom stained and have upgraded hardware. The home is tucked away at the end of a small cul-de-sac with no through traffic. The development has walking trails through Steyers old apple and peach orchards and also community tennis courts and play areas. This small development has loads of open space and is a short walk or bike ride to the shopping and fine dining of charming and historic Newtown Boro. The community is also minutes away from I-95, Route 1, the PA Turnpike , the Princeton Corridor and train stations with NYC or Phila destinations. This lovingly and tastefully remodeled home is a must see in award winning Council Rock school district.
Sold for $640,000
$640,000
287 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940
3beds
1,524sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$669,800 Zestimate®
$420/sqft
$3,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$669,800
$623,000 - $723,000
$3,300/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$3,300/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$3,300/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$4,232/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$4,232/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Custom fireplaceMain bedroom suitePrivate rear yardPremium cul-de-sac lotCustom cabinetryCenter islandCeramic tile backsplash
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Catalano 215-579-3231,
RE/MAX Properties - Newtown
Bought with:
Kathy Dumont, RS309623
Compass RE
Brittney Dumont, RS309622
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABU2096666
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Balcony Access, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Basement
- Features: Basement - Finished, Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Basement
- Features: Basement - Finished, Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Granite Counters, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood, Window Treatments, Fireplace - Electric
- Level: Main
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 19
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Replacement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,524
- Total interior livable area: 1,524 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,524
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Dimensions: 74.00 x
- Features: Adjoins - Open Space, Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Premium, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 29013072
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Country Bend
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Other
- HOA fee: $193 quarterly
- HOA name: COUNTRY BEND HOA
Location
- Region: Newtown
- Municipality: NEWTOWN TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $420/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $35,630
- Annual tax amount: $6,461
- Date on market: 5/30/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, All Window Treatments, Light Fixtures And Ceiling Fans.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $640,000+2.4%$420/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABU2096666 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Pending sale | $624,900$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2096666 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,900+197.6%$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2096666 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2001 | Sold | $210,000+28.8%$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/1996 | Sold | $163,000$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,461 | $35,630 |
| 2024 | $6,461 +6.6% | $35,630 |
| 2023 | $6,058 +2% | $35,630 |
| 2022 | $5,941 +1.6% | $35,630 |
| 2021 | $5,849 +5.1% | $35,630 |
| 2020 | $5,567 +4.4% | $35,630 |
| 2018 | $5,332 +4.3% | $35,630 |
| 2017 | $5,112 | $35,630 |
| 2016 | $5,112 | $35,630 |
| 2015 | -- | $35,630 |
| 2014 | -- | $35,630 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2012 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2011 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2010 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2009 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2008 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2007 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2006 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2005 | -- | $34,080 +300% |
| 2004 | -- | $8,520 |
| 2003 | -- | $8,520 |
| 2002 | -- | $8,520 |
| 2000 | -- | $8,520 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18940
Nearby homes
- $667,0003 bd3 ba1.9k sqft281 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $724,1003 bd3 ba1.7k sqft293 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $626,5002 bd1 ba1.7k sqft275 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $605,6003 bd3 ba1.2k sqft299 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $587,9002 bd1 ba1.7k sqft269 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $624,5003 bd3 ba1.2k sqft284 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $--15.617 AcresLower Dolington Rd, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
- $541,5003 bd1 ba1.2k sqft296 Stanford Pl, Newtown, PA 18940Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Goodnoe El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Newtown Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 10/10Council Rock High School NorthGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Goodnoe
- Middle: Cr-newtown
- High: Council Rock High School North
- District: Council Rock
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$669,800
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$669,800
- Pennsylvania
- Bucks County
- Newtown
- 18940
- 287 Stanford Pl
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Newtown Topics
