261 Maple Ave, Doylestown, PA 18901
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Valley Partners
261 Maple Ave,Doylestown, PA 18901
$3,150,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,544 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: daniel j leuzzi
Office: kurfiss sotheby's international realty
MLS#:PABU2120608
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$3,150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$888.83
About this home
Quietly elegant, strong in character but with a simpatico for all its strikingly beautiful elements, this American Queen Anne style home is singularly, one of Doylestown borough’s finest residences. Inherent architectural qualities are faithful and true in their character & traditional period details. Winner of the Stewardship Award, this marvelous property enjoys a coveted location, environment and rests on a splendid, rare half-acre in a fine neighborhood & surroundings. Built at a time of outstanding craftsmanship, pride in workmanship and a sense of balance to its unique refinements, which are rare today & easily savored. Beautifully accented stone & brick trimmings, tall chimneys, slate, copper roofs & intricate woodwork make this “a house like no other!” With respect for the past, maintaining & making improvements that go well beyond exceptional, it’s plain to see the benefits of commitment given to this “Grand Dame”. Much consideration and thought were made in its restoration and improvements. 10-foot ceilings, finely crafted woodwork, crown moldings, uncommon multipaned windows throughout + 4 finely accented fireplaces are only a few credits added to its personality. Exceptional pine floors, understated use of marble, stone, custom English lighting & plumbing fixtures & exquisite wall coverings contribute to understated aesthetics. Your first encounter is an inviting covered front porch. Fabricated with exceptional artistry, a solid mahogany door flanked by period gaslights is a portal opening to the foyer & stunning staircase enhanced by its striking newel post. Your eye is quickly drawn to a finely detailed pastel-leaded glass window and original panel doors throughout. The living room & banquet sized dining room with large bay window, oversized raised panel pocket doors add to the elegance. Bright & sunny, the adjacent breakfast area with built-in pantry is perfect for informal, relaxed dining. The kitchen with large center island has a definite European vibe with tall wrap around cabinetry complemented by arched glass pediments to display your pottery & memorabilia. Counters & backsplash are classic Correra marble. Appliances include Stainless Wolf Professional, Sub-Zero, and Asko. An adjacent family room with wrap around windows, exposed brick wall & heated honed stone floor includes a large French door looking on to a private side & rear yard oasis! The second floor provides an extraordinary suite of rooms, which includes a primary bedroom with a mantled fireplace, a sizeable walk-in closet with custom built-in storage. Indulge in the spectacular & luxurious marble bath offering a soaking tub, oversized shower & double vanity. An adjacent room with fireplace & built-in bookcase provides a potential additional bedroom. Convenient laundry room completes this floor. The third floor offers 3 spacious bedrooms with abundance of windows, a skylit sitting room, and a sensational bath. Detached guest suite/studio with full bath above the oversized 2 car garage enjoys same quality characteristics of the main residence. Inviting walkways, exceptional cut stone & brick serpentine walls, finely detailed artisan fencing surround & shelter the heated in-ground pool & spa. A whimsical gothic style children’s playhouse, gazebo, croquet court adds to the charm & mystique of this breathtaking, one-of-a-kind property. Neatly surrounded by mature trees, well planned professional landscaping, and perennial gardens to appreciate the ever-changing seasons. Enjoy the value of state-of-the-art wiring, plumbing, high efficiency zone heating and air conditioning. Natural gas for heating, pool, and generator. This spectacular home is located in fabulous Doylestown borough, an architectural feast with a myriad of striking 18th & 19th & early 20th century homes. Outstanding museums, a very active arts community, parks, restaurants & convenient shopping add to quality of life, making this one of America’s finest small towns!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1895
- Subdivision & Development:NONE AVAILABLE
- Listing ID #:PABU2120608
- Added:12 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 23, 2026 at 08:28 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Heated, Marble, Stone, Wood
- Dining Description:Dining Room, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom 1, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bathroom
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Built-In Microwave, Built-Ins, Commercial Range, Cooktop, Crown Moldings, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double/Dual Staircase, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stain/Lead Glass, Stainless Steel Appliances, Upgraded Countertops, Water Heater
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom, Walk In Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Drain, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs, Windows
- Living area:3,544 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Heat Pump(s), Humidifier, Natural Gas, Radiant, Wall Unit, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Copper, Metal, Pitched, Slate
- Year built:1895
- Building area:3,544 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.57 Acres
- Lot Features:Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Suburban, Vegetation Planting
- Construction Materials:Block, Brick, Brick Front, CPVC/PVC, Combination, Frame, Glass, HardiPlank Type, Masonry, Spray Foam Insulation, Stone
- Exterior Features:Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Outbuilding(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Foundation Description:Block, Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$3,150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$888.83
- Tax amount:$12,397 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Dryer In Unit, Laundry, Washer - Front Loading, Washer In Unit
- Amenities:200+ Amp Service, Air Filter System, Bay/Bow Windows, Built-Ins, Cable TV Available, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Crown Moldings, Double Hung Windows, Double Pane Windows, Double/Dual Staircase, Electric Available, Humidifer, Insulated Windows, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Skylight(s), Smoke Detector, Stain/Lead Glass, Underground Utilities, Water Treat System, Window Treatments
- Pool features:Concrete, Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
Parking
- Parking description:Crushed Stone, Detached Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Oversized, Private
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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