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$733,141$668 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $702,500 on Sep 17, 2025

153 N CONGRESS ST

NEWTOWN, PA 18940
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,098 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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

$733K
$613K low$853K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$702,500 · Sep 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,523 (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.$24,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,880
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,000

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
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.Conventional
CountyBUCKS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(18)

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 · 0.4 mi
H
Council Rock High School NorthA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 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

153 N Congress St 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 more than 77% of homes in Bucks County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newtown 18940
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Newtown 18940
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Bucks County
  • Older than 93% 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 48% 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$733,141
CheaperTypical $759,691Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$668
CheaperTypical $334Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,098 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 153 N Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtown 18940Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$733,14148% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$668almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,098 ft²6% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac38% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than19287% of homes8% of homes

About 153 N Congress St

How much is 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA is $733,141 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $613,479 to $852,803. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA last sell?

153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA last sold on Sep 17, 2025 for $702,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA?

153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,098 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA built?

153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA?

153 N Congress St, 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 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA compare to other homes in Newtown 18940?

Among the 11,068 homes in Newtown 18940, it is worth more than 48% of them ($733,141 against a typical $759,691), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($668 against a typical $334), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,098 ft² against a typical 2,269 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1928 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 77% 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 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 153 N Congress St, Newtown, PA was $4,523. The county assessed it at $24,000.

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