A fabulous opportunity to own a registered historical property in the heart of Doylestown Borough. The John Harton House, built 1833. Charmingly updated and beautifully landscaped. This home has been a fixture of the area Garden Tours and is conveniently located within walking distance to all of Doylestown's restaurants and boutiques. Beautifully maintained hardwood floors throughout, true colonial charm and finishes, and an updated kitchen with all of the expected modern amenities. Formal dining room with fabulous moulding and bevel cut China cupboards. Second floor primary bedrooms with adjacent walk in closet with the added convenience of washer and dryer. Third floor with additional bedrooms and potential for home office or private study. We welcome all showings and urge you no to miss the opportunity to live in desirable Doylestown Borough.
Sold for $807,500
$807,500
53 N Church St, Doylestown, PA 18901
4beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1833
0.28 Acres Lot
$959,800 Zestimate®
$475/sqft
$3,077 Estimated rent
Home value
$959,800
$893,000 - $1.05M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Florence Smerconish 215-694-8500,
Compass RE,
Co-Listing Agent: Adam W Smerconish 215-272-7276,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Kathleen Kelley, RS303735
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABU2064460
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Has Laundry
Features
- Crown Molding, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,700
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 120.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08009174
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Metal,Pitched,Other
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1833
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Fiber Optic
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Doylestown
- Municipality: DOYLESTOWN BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 3/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,200-8.6%$2/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $3,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $3,500-12.5%$2/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
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| 4/12/2024 | Sold | $807,500-9.8%$475/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABU2064460 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2024 | Pending sale | $895,000-9.1%$526/sqft |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2044072 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $985,000$579/sqft |
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| 11/13/2023 | Contingent | $985,000$579/sqft |
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| 10/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $985,000$579/sqft |
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| 10/1/2023 | Listing removed | $985,000$579/sqft |
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| 6/12/2023 | Price change | $985,000-16.2%$579/sqft |
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| 2/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+473.2%$691/sqft |
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| 10/23/1995 | Sold | $205,000$121/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,640 | $24,800 |
| 2024 | $4,640 +9% | $24,800 |
| 2023 | $4,256 +1.4% | $24,800 |
| 2022 | $4,197 +1.1% | $24,800 |
| 2021 | $4,151 +1.1% | $24,800 |
| 2020 | $4,106 +2.4% | $24,800 |
| 2018 | $4,011 +1.1% | $24,800 |
| 2017 | $3,969 | $24,800 |
| 2016 | $3,969 | $24,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,800 +300% |
| 2004 | -- | $6,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $6,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $6,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Linden El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Lenape Middle SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Central Bucks High School-WestGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Linden
- High: Central Bucks High School West
- 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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- Bucks County
- Doylestown
- 18901
- 53 N Church St
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