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  • $879,100

    551 Lafayette St, Newtown, PA 18940

    4beds
    2baths
    2,244sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1948
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $879,100 Zestimate®
    $392/sqft
    $3,544 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $879,100

    $826,000 - $941,000

    $3,544/mo

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    What's special

    Absolutely adorable Cape on a beautifully landscaped lot in Newtown Borough. Hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. Updated kitchen with granite counters, built in microwave, double s/s sink with disposal, french sliders to rear patio, recessed lighting, triple window overlooking rear yard and access to heated tiled breezeway and the adjacent garage. Updated bath with pedestal sink, beadboard under chair rail, tub with ceramic tile surround. The two bedrooms on this level are currently being used as a family room (dual closets, side by side windows, and custom stained glass decorative door) and as an office. Inviting living room with wood burning fireplace, picture window and hardwood flooring - and is open to the dining area. The second level features two spacious bedrooms, one of which is currently being used as the main bedroom. Ample closet space as well as lots of under eave storage closets. The hall bath features a double vanity, tiled stall shower and a linen closet The lower level is surprisingly spacious. The family room features built in seating with storage as well as built in wall storage. Open to this area is a tidy kitchenette featuring a sink, cabinetry and a refrigerator. This area also has a french door to the bilco type doors. There are two additional rooms on this level, currently used as bedrooms. The front bedroom has an egress window, carpet and Mitsubishi wall mounted heater/ac. The rear bedroom features the same type of wall mounted HVAC as well as a door to a separate walk up stairway to the side yard. The yard is a gardener's delight. Bluestone patio and a lovely pergola grace the rear yard. Mature plantings and a picket fence provide a backdrop to this enchanting yard. There is also a shed/playhouse that is tucked in a corner of this beautiful yard . A two car garage is accessible to the breezeway. Plentiful storage, solar water heating, hi-velocity a/c and updated siding make this home a must see. 2020-08-25

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Carpet, Wood Floors, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Stall Shower, Stain/Lead Glass, Additional Stairway
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Y
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: wood stove
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,244 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 9,147 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 28005137
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: CAPE COD
    Materials
    • Frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1948

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Newtown
    • Municipality: NEWTOWN BORO

    Other

    Other facts
    • Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Solar Hot Water, Oven/Range - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer
    • FireplaceYN: true
    • GarageYN: true
    • AttachedGarageYN: true
    • HeatingYN: true
    • CoolingYN: true
    • StructureType: Detached
    • ConstructionMaterials: Frame
    • StoriesTotal: 2
    • SpecialListingConditions: Standard
    • CoveredSpaces: 2
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • ParkingFeatures: Paved Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance
    • BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
    • ArchitecturalStyle: CAPE COD
    • InteriorFeatures: Carpet, Wood Floors, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Stall Shower, Stain/Lead Glass, Additional Stairway
    • Heating: Baseboard - Hot Water
    • Basement: Y
    • MlsStatus: ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
    • Municipality: NEWTOWN BORO

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/15/2020Sold$596,210+3.7%$266/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/21/2020Pending sale$575,000$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Newtown #PABU501722 Report a problem
    7/17/2020Listed for sale$575,000+26.4%$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Newtown #PABU501722 Report a problem
    12/18/2006Sold$455,000+69.2%$203/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/29/2002Sold$268,900+5.7%$120/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/31/2000Sold$254,500$113/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,482 +1.1%$34,390
    2024$6,413 +5.3%$34,390
    2023$6,093 +0.9%$34,390
    2022$6,036 +3.3%$34,390
    2021$5,843 +2.4%$34,390
    2020$5,709 +4.5%$34,390
    2018$5,465 +3%$34,390
    2017$5,304 $34,390
    2016$5,304 $34,390
    2015-- $34,390
    2014-- $34,390
    2013-- $34,390
    2012-- $34,390
    2011-- $34,390
    2010-- $34,390
    2009-- $34,390
    2008-- $34,390 +4.8%
    2007-- $32,800
    2006-- $32,800
    2005-- $32,800 +300%
    2004-- $8,200
    2003-- $8,200
    2002-- $8,200
    2000-- $8,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 18940

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: GOODNOE
    • Middle: CR-NEWTOWN
    • High: COUNCIL ROCK HIGH SCHOOL NORTH
    • District: COUNCIL ROCK

    Source: The 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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