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$538,235$293 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $480,000 on Nov 15, 2022

1509 RIVER RD

NEW HOPE, PA 18938
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,838 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1812
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$538K
$479K low$598K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Nov 15, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$154,235
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$123,388
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.67%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$384,000
TIDEWATER MORTGAGE SERVICES INC · recorded Nov 15, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,100 (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.$29,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,200

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.49
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.9 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyBUCKS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
Sol Feinstone Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.1 mi
H
Council Rock High School NorthA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Council Rock School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18938These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,795
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.336 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$153,750
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$211,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1509 River Rd 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 90% of homes in New Hope 18938
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in New Hope 18938
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in New Hope 18938
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in New Hope 18938
  • Among the oldest homes in Bucks County

What homes are worth in New Hope 18938

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

This home
$356K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in New Hope 18938.

How it measures up in New Hope 18938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Hope 18938.

Estimated value$538,235
CheaperTypical $1,031,978Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,838 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,628 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.97 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1812
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 1509 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Hope 18938Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$538,23510% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29310% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,838 ft²24% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac29% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than18123% of homesalmost no homes

About 1509 River Rd

How much is 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA is $538,235 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $478,919 to $597,551. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA last sell?

1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA last sold on Nov 15, 2022 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,838 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA built?

1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA was built in 1812, making it 214 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA is assigned to Sol Feinstone 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 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA compare to other homes in New Hope 18938?

Among the 5,940 homes in New Hope 18938, it is worth more than 10% of them ($538,235 against a typical $1,031,978), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($293 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,838 ft² against a typical 2,628 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.97 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1812 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 54% 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 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1509 River Rd, New Hope, PA was $5,100. The county assessed it at $29,200.

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