153 N Congress Street, Newtown, PA 18940 - Photo 1

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$702,500

Sold
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Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,098 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to 153 N. Congress St. Here's your chance to own a single-family home in historic Newtown Borough and the highly sought after Council Rock North School District-for the price of a twin or townhome! Tucked just steps off State Street, this home is ideally located along the Heritage Walk and only yards from open space and the Officer Brian S. Gregg Memorial Park. Living in Newtown Boro means more than just a location-it's a lifestyle. Morning coffee from your favorite café, dinner out, shows at the Theatre, strolls to parks, and boutique shopping are all just moments from your front door. Step inside through the enclosed front porch, the perfect perch for three seasons of sunrises and sunsets. Inside, you'll find a bright and inviting layout with beautiful pumpkin pine hardwood floors, fresh paint, and sunlight streaming in every room. The front parlor is a versatile space-ideal for dining, conversation, or a cozy home office. The sun-filled family room offers space to relax or entertain, and flows into the beautifully updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a clapboard accent wall, and a convenient powder room. A back door leads out to your fully fenced yardwith room for a patio set, grill, garden, or swing set. Upstairs, a charming turned staircase leads to three bedrooms, each with original hardwood floors and replacement windows. A full hall bath completes the upper level. A full basement offers laundry and plenty of storage. Add in off-street parking for multiple cars and a surprisingly spacious and fenced in backyard, and this home becomes a standout opportunity in one of Bucks County's most beloved communities. âœ¨ Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Newtown Boro charm. Welcome to 153 N. Congress St. Maybe hyou are home already...

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 153 N Congress St

General

Sold For: $702,500
Taxes: $4,140 (2021)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PABU2102272
Added to Site: 164 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks
Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Patio(s)

Parking

Total Spaces: 3
Parking Type: Driveway, On Street

Location

Area: Newtown Boro (10128)
Municipality: NEWTOWN BORO
County: BUCKS
Cross Streets: Jefferson
Driving Directions: Washington to Congress, or Jefferson to Congress

School Information

School District: Council Rock
Elementary School: Goodnoe
Middle School: Newtown
High School: Council Rock High School North

Community

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV

Structural Information

Property Detached: Yes
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Cedar
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,098
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,098 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,098 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1928
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Good

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,832
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Dimensions: 61.00 x 112.00
Zoning: VR2
Lot Description: Rear Yard

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $573.68
School Tax: $3,187
County Tax: $611
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $24,000
Tax Amount: $4,140
Tax Year: 2021
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1098

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator as is condition with no monetary value.
Lot Number: 213

Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown, Dale T Cosack and BHHS Fox & Roach -Yardley/Newtown, Kim J Cosack
Sold by RE/MAX Properties - Newtown, Jason Freedman

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Schools

Schools serving 153 N Congress St

School District:Council Rock School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Goodnoe El School 298 Frost Lane, Newtown, PA 18940	K-6	0.5 mi
Newtown Middle School 116 Richboro Road, Newtown, PA 18940	7-8	1.1 mi
Council Rock High School North 62 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940	9-12	0.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 153 N Congress St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/15/2025

Sold

$702,500

11.53%

MLS

8/07/2025

Listed

$629,900

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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