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$874,482$368 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

285 RIDGE AVE

NEWTOWN, PA 18940
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,376 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.
2.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$874K
$819K low$930K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,377 (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.$51,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,600

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
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
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.7 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.Colonial
CountyBUCKS
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 2.4 mi
H
Council Rock High School NorthA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.4 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

285 Ridge Ave 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 87% of homes in Bucks County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Bucks County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Bucks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Bucks County
  • Older than 73% 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
$340K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 60% 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$874,482
CheaperTypical $780,782Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $334Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area2,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size2.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 285 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtown 18940Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$874,48260% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36871% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,376 ft²53% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.25 ac90% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197927% of homes57% of homes

About 285 Ridge Ave

How much is 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA is $874,482 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $818,879 to $930,085. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA last sell?

285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA last sold on Jul 19, 1978, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA?

285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,376 square feet of living space.

When was 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA built?

285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA?

285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, 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 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA compare to other homes in Newtown 18940?

Among the 11,068 homes in Newtown 18940, it is worth more than 60% of them ($874,482 against a typical $780,782), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($368 against a typical $334), it is bigger than 53% of them (2,376 ft² against a typical 2,269 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (2.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1979 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 87% 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 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Ridge Ave, Newtown, PA was $9,377. The county assessed it at $51,600.

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