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$1,592,028$464 / 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 $1,058,000 on Jun 20, 2011

2978 RIVER RD

NEW HOPE, PA 18938
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,428 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.
0.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,058,000 · Jun 20, 2011
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.$1,097,028
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$877,622
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.35%
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.$495,000
SKYLANDS COMMUNITY BANK · E · recorded Jul 8, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,508 (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.$115,270 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,270

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.45
25
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.
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
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.79
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(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
Lower Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.1 mi
M
New Hope-Solebury Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
New Hope-Solebury High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: New Hope-Solebury 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

2978 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 more than 98% of homes in Bucks County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Bucks County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Bucks County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Bucks County
  • Newer than 68% of 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
$362K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 78% 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$1,592,028
CheaperTypical $1,034,285Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$464
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area3,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,639 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.96 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 2978 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Hope 18938Bucks County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,592,02878% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46475% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than3,428 ft²67% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.79 ac48% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than198753% of homes68% of homes

About 2978 River Rd

How much is 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA is $1,592,028 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,424,684 to $1,759,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA last sell?

2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA last sold on Jun 20, 2011 for $1,058,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,428 square feet of living space and a 0.79-acre lot.

When was 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA built?

2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA is assigned to Lower Elementary School (elementary); New Hope-Solebury Middle School (middle), rated A+; New Hope-Solebury High School (high), rated A. All sit in New Hope-Solebury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2978 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 78% of them ($1,592,028 against a typical $1,034,285), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($464 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 67% of them (3,428 ft² against a typical 2,639 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.79 ac against a typical 0.96 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1987 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Bucks County, it is worth more than 98% 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 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2978 River Rd, New Hope, PA was $19,508. The county assessed it at $115,270.

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