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Lower Makefield, PA Real Estate News

By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
  Sutphin Pines  - A Elegant Affordable Townhome Community  For the discriminating buyer searching for an elegant, convenient, affordable townhome community in the Pennsbury School District, Sutphin Pines, located just off Yardley Morrisville Road may be just what you are searching for. A community of 100 townhomes, divided into six courtyards, Sutphin Pines offers traditional styling featuring wooden railings, crown moldings, brick fireplaces and English courtyards at the rear of each unit. Units generally offer 2 or 3 bedrooms; however units with lofts offer additional living space. Sutphin Pines boasts a strong Homeowner's Association and Management Company which oversee the continued maintenance of the grounds, landscaping and exterior building maintenance. A lovely and well maintai...
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By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Makefield Glen in Lower makefield    Township, Bucks County, Real Estate Market report July 2011. I looked up the mls for Residential listings that sold in July 2011. This is what I found: There were 3 homes that sold in July 2011. The average original price of these homes was $228,300 The average last list price of these was $224,933 The average sale price was $215,000 Highest sale price was $240000 Lowest sale price was $200,000 The average  number of days the homes were marketed was 48 The above does not include commercial, multi units and sale by owner and homes not listed.It is subject to errors and omissions.
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By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Lower Makefield   Township, Bucks County, Real Estate Market report July 2011. I looked up the mls for Residential listings that sold in July 2011. This is what I found: There were 31 homes that sold in July 2011. The average original price of these homes was $451,635 The average last list price of these was $442,158 The average sale price was $427,271 Highest sale price was $850000 Lowest sale price was $185,000 The average  number of days the homes were marketed was 67 The above does not include commercial, multi units and sale by owner and homes not listed.It is subject to errors and omissions.
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Exquisite Center Hall Colonial in Wynnewood -  one of Yardley's premier communities. Exuding grace and charm throughout, this lovely property is tastefully decorated, and awaiting your inspection. Gracious Living and Dining Rooms set the tone.   Create sumptious meals in this Chef's Kitchen with high end cabinetry and appliances, corian counters, ceramic tile floor and cozy Breakfast Area with built-ins and a scenic view.   Relax and unwind in the well appointed Family Room, featuring a brick fireplace and attractive cabinetry to display your treasures. Enjoy the changing seasons in your Florida Room - chat, eat and entertain in this comfortable, sundrenched space. Exit the rear door to an oversized lot graced with mature trees, shrubs and plantings. Upstairs, enjoy a quiet retreat at d...
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The highlight of the Debt Ceiling Debate - Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords!  With all the rancor and manipulation of the last few months over the debt ceiling, the nations's spending and eliminating tax loopholes, it was incredible to see Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords enter the House of Representatives to cast her vote. The 10 minute standard ovation that has been discussed at length today and the tears in the eyes of Members of Congress and even the press covering the vore was something extraordinary to witness. Photo Courtesy of The Washington Post As we have seen over the last 8 months "Gabby" Giffords is beloved by the people in her Tucson congressional district - people of all philosophies and politicial affilliations. Apparently Ms. Giffords is also loved by her colleagues in ...
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By Dale Cosack, Newtopias: The Cosack Team
(BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors - Newtown)
When's The Best Time To Sell Your Bucks County Townhome or Condo & Move Up? To illustrate this question the best way I can I'm going to compare values of Spruce Mill Townhomes to Yardley Hunt Single Family Homes at the peak of the market in 2006 and now in 2011.  You'll see the difference in prices then & today & what the difference in total cost to you would be to make a move up in a seller's market versus today's buyer market. (All Stats are at bottom of post) We will also review the difference the mortgage rates make so you can see how much your monthly Principal & Interest would be. In 2006 the median sales price in the Spruce Mill section of Makefield Glen was $277,950.  So far in 2011 the median sales price is $243,125. Median Sales Price 2006:              $277,950 Median Sales P...
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Lower Makefield Farmer's Market Thursdays from June to October Started in  2007, The Lower Makefield Township Farmers Market has grown each season, both in terms of vendors and attendees.  Its sponsor, The Bucks County Foodshed Alliance describes the outdoor market as  an  "authentic, seasonal, producer-only, open air venue market, featuring organic, sustainable, and conventional vegetables and fruits, herbs, artisan breads, pastured meats, farmstead cheeses, eggs, wool products, handmade soaps and skin products, flowers and plants, prepared foods, locally roasted organic coffee, and so much more... Local Pennsylvania and New Jersey farmers bring high quality fresh produce, meats, poultry, cheeses  and eggs to the delight of Lower Makefield, Yardley and Newtown residents.  An added trea...
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Welcome to Sutphin Pines, an Elegant Townhome Community in Lower Makefield Township.     Sutphin Pines is Lower Makefield's first townhome development. Construction of this lovely community of 98 townhomes occurred between 1980 and 1987. The earliest models were built by Rockhill Builders and the final units completed by Washburn Builders.            The elegant design of Sutphin Pines boasts traditional elegance - wooden spindles and railings, crown moldings and generous windows and openings. Interior living space ranges from 1,500 to more than 3,000 square feet. Median square footage is approximately 2,300 square feet. Most models are from 2 to 4 bedrooms and have 2 1/2 baths, with options for 1 or 2 garages. By far, the most desired homes are the end units with offer additional space...
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Open House Sunday August 21 1 to 4 PM1660 Makefield Road, Yardley, PA 19067 Proudly offered at $549,900Don't miss this Exquisite Wynnewood Colonial in Pennsbury School District  
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  The Quest to Build a New Hospital in Lower Makefield Township Since 2008, the former Frankford Hospital (now rebranded Aria Heath) has been winding its way through the approval process to build a 455,000 square foot medical complex in Lower Makefield Township. This new facility is scheduled to include a new hospital, ambulatory surgical center and an approximately 44,000 medical arts building off the Newtown Bypass on a portion of ShadyBrook Farm. The land for this facility has already been acquired.       In 2009, the Lower Makefield Township Zoning Hearing Board granted Aria Health a special exemption for the medical facility. The exemption was needed because the property is zoned office research.  Lower Makefield Township and RAFR (Residents Against Frankford Relocation) appealed ...
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Welcome to Wynnewood, Lower Makefield Township ~ A neighborhood with something to offer everyone. Wynnewood offers the best of two worlds. "Old Wynnewood", one of the first subdivisions in Lower Makefield typifies the mid-century elegance and charm of an established suburban neighborhood. Home styles include ranches, capes and colonials, all with the construction values of a bygone era and lots of architectural interest.  Majestic trees and gorgeous shrubs and perennials contribute to the elegant feel of this sought after neighborhood. Old timers refer to the neighborhood as "Old Moon" for the main street in the subdivision or "The Poets" reflecting street names like Keats, Byron and Shelley. The neighbrhood is accessed by Yardley Morrisville Road to the west and Sutphin Road to the eas...
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Having fun at ShadyBrook Farm - Lower Makefield's Own Shadybrook Farm has been a Bucks County institution since 1913. Originally based in Andalusia, Shady Brook has been a working farm at its present Lower Makefield location (931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 19067) since 1960. ShadyBrook opened its first retail market in June 1984, inviting all comers to pick their own strawberries.  The following year the market was open through September, adding tomatoes, corn and other summer favorites.  Today the farm market offers a large variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, a full service deli, prepared foods, catering, Uncle Dave's Ice Cream, etc. The list of goodies goes on and on.  Having fun at ShadyBrook Farm - Lower Makefield's Own ShadyBrook Farms' tag line is "Where FUN is Always in Se...
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Lower Makefield Town Watch Association and Lower Makefield Police Department announce a Shredder Event Clean up your clutter and help prevent identity theft by shredding all those old papers. * Saturday - June 11 10 AM - 2 PM (Rain or Shine) LMT Township Building 1100 Edgewood Road Sponsored by LMTNWA and LMT Police. Come out and meet your local police. * limit 3 boxes per person.
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Welcome to Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, PA  Lower Makefield was established as one of the first divisions of Bucks County (then called Buckinghamshire County) in 1682. Approximately 70 years later in 1753, the territory was divided into Upper Makefield and Lower Makefield, divisions that still exist today. Conventional wisdom traces the name to Macclesfield, a town in Cheshire, England. Lower Makefield is often called the "town of residential subdivisions" and the "Main Line of Bucks County." More than 120, distinct planned neighborhoods date back to the early 1920's. Housing stock in Lower Makefield includes the stately homes and mansions along Yardley Morrisville Road and Makefield Glen, a townhome and condo community offering a variety of living choices. Makefield Glen is ...
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee Flea Market is scheduled for June 11th.  Spaces are available for the LMT Veterans Committee Flea Market to be held Saturday, June 11 from 8:00am to 1:00pm. The flea market will be held at LMT's newly dedicated Veteran's Square, at the corner of Edgewood and Heacock Roads. The public is invited to donate new or gently used items to the event and/or to purchase a space for $20 to display and sell your own items. This event is BYOT (Bring Your Own Table). Refreshments will be available for purchase. Rain date for this event is Sunday June 12 from 8:00am to 1:00pm. Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee Flea Market is scheduled for June 11th. Gather your flea market items, come out a support a great cause!            
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Moving in to or out of Lower Makefield Township? Don't forget your moving permit! Lower Makefield Township requires a Residential Moving Permit for all residents over the age of 18 who are moving in or out of Lower Makefield Township. The permit is free, but must be completed before you move.  Lower Makefield Township requests that you allow 5 days before your moving date to be certainthe permit will be issued and in-hand by your moving day. Click here for the LMT Residential Moving Permit and instructions:   http://www.lmt.org/forms/application-for-residential-moving.pdf. Moving in to or out of Lower Makefield Township? Don't forget your moving permit!          
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By Anne M. Costello
(Weidel Realtors)
Joint Memorial Day Events for Lower Makefield and Yardley kick off at 7 a.m. Memorial Day, Monday May 30  with a 21-gun salute at Slate Hill, Saint Andrew, and Saint Ignatius cemeteries. The annual Honoring Ceremonies will begin at 9 a.m. at the Afton and Delaware Avenues monument across from the Yardley Inn. The opening prayer will be offered by The Rev. Douglass Hoglund of Woodside Presbyterian Church. The presider will be American Legion Knowles-Doyle Post No. 317 Commander William Tropia. U.S. Army Colonel Jonathan Oline is the guest speaker for this year's event. Area Choir Director Marge Swider is scheduled to sing.  The Memorial Day Parade starts at 11 a.m., and concluding ceremonies begin at about 12:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post, 215 South Main St. The events are sponsore...
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Kevin McHugh, PhD appointed Superintendent of Pennsbury School District. The Pennsbury School Board appointed Kevin McHugh, PHD Superintendent of the School District at a special school board meeting on May 19, 2011. Dr McHugh will succeed Paul Long, ED. PhD, who announced his retirement in January of this year. Dr. McHugh will take the reins at Pennsbury School District effective July 1, 2011. Dr. McHugh currently serves as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for Pennsbury.   During his tenure as Principal of Pennwood Middle School, Dr. McHugh was awarded the prestigious Principal of the Year Award by the National Association of Secondary School Principals in 2002. Dr. McHugh's education includes Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Music Education from Temple University....
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Lower Makefield Expanded Curbside Residential Recycling Program makes recycling in Lower Makefield Township easier than ever! All Lower Makefield Township Waste Haulers Now have Single Stream Recycling.Separate containers are no longer necessary. One container does it all! To participate in Lower Makefield's Expanded Curbside Residential Recycling Program, place all of the following in one or more containers at curbside.  Be sure to mark the containers Recycling: Newspapers / Magazines / Catalogues / Phone Books / Paperback Books Paper BagsJunk MailOffice / Computer / Writing Paper (please place shredded paper in paper bags)Milk and Juice Cartons (except Allied Waste)Glass Bottles and Jars (clear, brown or green glass containers)Aluminum, Steel, Bi-metal, Tin CansAluminum FoilPizza Boxe...
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By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Enjoy the bountiful produce from Bucks County Farms and stop at one of the local farm markets . We are fortunate that we have many farms in Bucks County. If you visit Yardley on Thursdays between 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm from May 20 to October 14, you can go to Lower Makefield Farmers market at Edgewood and Heacock roads, Yardley Pa 19067 Call 215-582-7713 go to www.buckscountyfoodshedalliance.org for details. If you are in the area and want to look at homes for sale call Gita Bantwal at ReMax Centre 215-343-8200x124  
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