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5 Beds
4 Baths
3,989 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 06/23/2021
Key Details
Sold Price $1,465,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,989 sqft
Price per Sqft $367
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PABU524452
Sold Date 06/23/21
Style Victorian,Traditional
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,489
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $9,559
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 0.344 Acres
Acres 0.34
Lot Dimensions 100.00 x 150.00
Property Description
Welcome to 206 N Chancellor Street located in the heart of historic Newtown Borough. The Josephine
Raymond House, c. 1898, has been meticulously maintained and renovated to reflect the original
Victorian architecture with folk craftsman detail seamlessly blending 19 th Century charm with 21 st
Century convenience. Extensive attention to detail in millwork, built in cabinetry, period yellow pine
hardwood floors, cornice, gable and roof construction, the garage addition mimics the old-time barns
found in other historic in-town properties.
The covered front porch ushers you into the front foyer with a dramatic 3-story turned oak staircase.
The Living Room has a corner built in bookcase and an expansive bay window overlooking the front gardens. An archway leads into the central Dining Room which is flanked by French Doors leading into
the Sunroom, and matching archways leading into the Gourmet Cook’s Kitchen and expansive light-filled
Family Room with a marble hearth, Victorian columned double mantle with antique mirror.
The kitchen boasts custom built in cabinets, a corner cupboard, stainless steel appliances, including the
Viking Professional Gas Range, Dishwasher and Microwave, Quartzite countertops and extensive
recessed lighting. The breakfast area features an integrated coffee, wet bar with dedicated undermount
Blanco quartzite composite sink to match the kitchen sink, custom cabinetry including glass panel
mullion doors and cupboards, wine rack and a buffet counter under a row of casement windows. The Powder Room is tucked privately in the hall, next to the coat closet.
The second level boasts three bedrooms, a tiled main bathroom with granite vanity, clawfoot tub, and
large separate glass frameless shower. The Master en Suite boasts a double sink marble vanity, glass
frameless shower with seat, separate jetted air bathtub, marble decking, walls and floor. A generous
walk-in-closet with natural light, linen closet and separate laundry closet complete the suite.
The third level provides a reading nook with built in bookcase, and a 4 th bedroom with turret roof ceiling,
dormer windows, built in cabinetry desk, shelving, bed and drawers.
Situated across the breezeway and above the heated garage is the 2 nd Master Bedroom En Suite
including a generous Living Room Loft area, Bedroom and a luxurious tiled bathroom with oversized
seamless glass shower enclosure with glass tile accent and floor, granite vanity top and linen closet.
Separate HVAC and water heater complete the suite.
The Lower Level offers an updated Office with original stone foundation wall with built in shelving. The
adjacent Pub/Game Room offers the same original stone foundation and shelving, a Vermont Castings
Gas Stove, tiled floor and double French Door leading to the 2-level Blue Stone Patio with 3-story
custom brick outdoor wood burning fireplace, complete with leather granite and brick to match the built
in 36” built in Professional Viking Gas Grill with Rotisserie. The patio overlooks the extensive, flat,
fenced in back yard which includes a rain garden and raised bed vegetable garden area.
A Wine Cellar with built in pantry/cupboard and original stone foundation can be accessed from the
newer lower level or via a turned staircase from the Foyer. Find yourself at home, surrounded by history, luxury & conveniences, all on a quiet street in Newtown Borough. Located within walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping and the borough theatre. Easy commute to I-95-Princeton Philadelphia Corridor, train stations and airports. Blue Ribbon Council Rock School District. Time to live the good life at 206 N Chancellor Street!
Location
State PA
County Bucks
Area Newtown Boro (10128)
Zoning VR2
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Study, Loft, Other, Recreation Room, Solarium, Bonus Room
Basement Full, Daylight, Partial, Heated, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Laundry Chute, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Wet/Dry Bar, Wine Storage, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Brick, Mantel(s), Marble, Metal, Wood, Gas/Propane, Free Standing
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Central Vacuum, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Fireplace Y
Window Features Double Hung,Casement,Energy Efficient,Replacement
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Central Vacuum, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement, Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Breezeway, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Garage Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Rear
Utilities Available Above Ground, Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Sewer Available, Water Available
Waterfront N
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn, Street
Accessibility None
Porch Breezeway, Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking Type Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Interior, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
Story 2.5
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian, Traditional
Level or Stories 2.5
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Goodnoe
Middle Schools Newtown Jr
High Schools Council Rock High School North
School District Council Rock
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 28-002-233-001
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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