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$548,279$327 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Apr 21, 2005

12 INDEPENDENCE PL

NEWTOWN, PA 18940
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,676 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
60 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$548K
$520K low$577K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Apr 21, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,317 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$29,320 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,320

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
15
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyBUCKS
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Goodnoe Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Council Rock High School NorthA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Council Rock School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18940These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,071
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.890 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$153,177
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,958
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

12 Independence Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in Newtown 18940
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Bucks County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Newtown 18940
  • Among the largest lots in Newtown 18940
  • Older than 74% of homes in Newtown 18940

What homes are worth in Newtown 18940

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$334K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Newtown 18940.

How it measures up in Newtown 18940

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newtown 18940.

Estimated value$548,279
CheaperTypical $759,237Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$327
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,676 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size60 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 12 Independence Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtown 18940Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$548,27925% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32743% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,676 ft²25% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than60 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197826% of homes55% of homes

About 12 Independence Pl

How much is 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA is $548,279 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $519,829 to $576,729. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA last sell?

12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA last sold on Apr 21, 2005 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,676 square feet of living space.

When was 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA built?

12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA is assigned to Goodnoe Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Council Rock High School North (high), rated A+; Newtown Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Council Rock School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA compare to other homes in Newtown 18940?

Among the 11,068 homes in Newtown 18940, it is worth more than 25% of them ($548,279 against a typical $759,237), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($327 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,676 ft² against a typical 2,269 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (60 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1978 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 56% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA was $5,317. The county assessed it at $29,320.

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