Moving To Solebury, PA? Information
About Solebury
Colonial History
With its miles of Delaware river-front, rolling hills, meandering country lanes and landmark farms and estates, the 27.2 square miles of Solebury Township is one of Bucks Countys most desirable communities to live in, and offers some of its most appealing beautiful real estate. Once the ancient home of the Lenni Lenape Indians, the area that is now called Solebury was originally part of William Penns land grant. Prosperous Quaker farmers settled here and built their finely-crafted stone Meeting House and School Masters house that still stand today as proud testaments to the early residents concern for quality of life and substance in their community.
During the Revolutionary War, George Washington and his troops rested at the Thompson Neeley house, another surviving historic architectural treasure on the River Road, just before making their historic crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas morning in 1776. The 19th century attracted many new residents who found work in a series of mills that harnessed the power of the many streams to grind corn and grains, cut lumber, spin textiles and produce paper. Later, artists like Redfield, Garber, Coppedge and Lathrop discovered the beauty of the country side and the tiny villages including Phillips Mill, Centre Bridge, Carversville, Cuttalossa and Lumberville, creating timeless paintings of local landscapes that now grace the walls of museums and private collections.
Solebury Today
Today, Solebury retains many of its old stone farm houses & fields, meadows and woods thanks to a far-sighted and ambitious preservation effort. Unlike some neighboring communities, there is limited new construction in Solebury except for the occasional minor subdivision or small development of high-end homes. In general, Solebury Twp. properties are highly valued and in high demand.
While retaining a gentle, rural nature, however, Solebury with its 9,159 residents, does not want for sophistication, convenience and outdoor activities. The community boasts restaurants offering fine dining, world-class bed & breakfasts and inns, cute-as-a-button general stores, antique shops, a traditional shopping center and professional center. In addition, part of the delightful shopping destination known as Peddlers Village, resides within the borders of Solebury Township. For the outdoor enthusiasts, there are canal tow-paths to bike or jog, river canoeing, kayaking and rafting, equestrian opportunities or simply apple or strawberry picking. Be sure to drive slowly on our country roads and look out for wildlife, cyclists, and plen air artists. Many a visitor has become so enchanted by Soleburys charm they become new residents.
Solebury Real Estate Insights
Within the last year, several estate properties have sold for well over $2 million, with one sublimely beautiful farm went for a record $7,000,000.
But real estate isnt only about millionaires in Solebury. The Township has four attractive townhouse communities where two and three bedroom units typically selling from $240,000s to $500,000s.
Two large single family home developments, Peddlers View and North Pointe offer traditional and colonial homes in the $500,000 to $600,000 price range. And from time to time, older homes on pretty lots needing lots of TLC will come on the market.
With its highly regarded New Hope-Solebury School District, its convenient location close to most commuter routes, its prestigious reputation and its abundant preserved land, Solebury properties haven't tended to linger on the market, but the market is definitely slower now than before. Whereas, 80-90 Days on Market used to be typical, the average Days on Market for January 2009 were 109. January 2009 average sold price was $835,466, and January 2008 average sold price was $798,571 - reflecting a 4% price increase. 3 properties were sold in January '09. There were 100 homes sales between January '08 and January '09. The highest priced home in the year between January '08 and January '09 sold for $3,600,000, the lowest priced home sold for $184,000. It is most definitely a good time to buy with low-and-going-lower interest rates, lots of inventory, and lots of price-reductions!
There are many, diverse properties available in Solebury, but you need a local market expert to help you secure the right one for you and your family. Gail Nagele-Hopkins is an experienced real estate professional with substantial buying and selling experience in the Solebury area, managing and overseeing more than $25,000,000 of real estate transactions. For true expertise and outstanding service, contact Gail directly at 215-340-3500, Ext. 107.
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