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$639,039$322 / 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 94How 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 $636,000 on May 15, 2026

20 INDEPENDENCE PL

NEWTOWN, PA 18940
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,986 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.
2,835 ft²
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

$639K
$599K low$679K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$636,000 · May 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,999 (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.$33,080 (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.$28,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,080

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyBUCKS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.7 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

20 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 more than 68% of homes in Bucks County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Bucks County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Bucks County
  • 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
$339K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 39% 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$639,039
CheaperTypical $761,228Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,986 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size2,835 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 20 Independence Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtown 18940Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$639,03939% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32239% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,986 ft²37% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,835 ft²18% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than197826% of homes55% of homes

About 20 Independence Pl

How much is 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA is $639,039 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $599,079 to $678,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA last sell?

20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA last sold on May 15, 2026 for $636,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,986 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA built?

20 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 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

20 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 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA compare to other homes in Newtown 18940?

Among the 11,068 homes in Newtown 18940, it is worth more than 39% of them ($639,039 against a typical $761,228), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($322 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,986 ft² against a typical 2,269 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (2,835 ft² 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 68% 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 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Independence Pl, Newtown, PA was $5,999. The county assessed it at $33,080.

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