Selling a house in Washington Crossing or elsewhere in Upper Makefield Township does not have to mean months of showings. We Buy In Bucks makes cash offers on homes with Washington Crossing 18977 and Newtown 18940 addresses, puts the offer in writing within 24 hours and can close in as little as 5 days. You pay no fees and no commissions, and you do not have to make repairs. Call (267) 751-9256.
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Sell Your House Fast in Upper Makefield, PA
Upper Makefield is a rural-feeling township of 8,858 people (2020 Census) along the Delaware River. On December 25, 1776, George Washington crossed the river here from the village then called Taylorsville, now Washington Crossing, before the Battle of Trenton. Washington Crossing Historic Park, the Delaware Canal and River Road (PA 32) still define the eastern edge of the township. Inland, the old villages of Brownsburg, Buckmanville, Dolington and Jericho sit among farms and preserved open space.
The housing is unlike most of Bucks County. The township’s own history page describes 18th- and 19th-century houses sitting beside newer homes, and notes the township is close to build-out. Brownsburg, Buckmanville and Dolington are recognized historic districts, with most of their buildings dating from 1800 to 1875. Many other properties are large houses on big lots, and Census estimates put the median owner-occupied home value at about $876,000. Upper Makefield is served by the Council Rock School District.
High-value houses still run into trouble. A stone farmhouse that needs a new roof, a 200-year-old home with failing systems or an estate that has sat empty can be difficult to sell to a buyer who wants a finished house. Homes near the river have another worry: the township has sent flood warnings and voluntary evacuation notices to River Road residents when the Delaware is forecast to rise, and the road has closed between Mt. Eyre Road and Taylorsville Road. We look at each property as it is and make an offer that reflects the real work involved.
How It Works
- Start with a short request. Give us the address and a little about the property, or call and talk to us directly.
- See our written offer within 24 hours. We visit, study comparable Upper Makefield sales and send a written cash offer that explains the price.
- Close on your schedule. Settlement can happen in as little as 5 days or later if you need time. A licensed title company handles the deed and the funds.
Houses We Buy in Upper Makefield
These are the kinds of Upper Makefield properties we are glad to look at:
- Historic homes in Dolington, Brownsburg or Buckmanville that need serious restoration
- Stone farmhouses with old wiring, plumbing or heating systems
- Houses along River Road near Washington Crossing that have dealt with Delaware River flooding
- Large estate homes left to heirs who live out of state
- Large houses on big lots with dated kitchens, baths and mechanical systems
- Properties where an aging owner wants a quiet sale with no open houses
- Homes caught up in probate, divorce or a relocation deadline
Why Upper Makefield Homeowners Choose We Buy In Bucks
We are a Bucks County buyer, and we understand that an old Upper Makefield farmhouse is a different property from a newer house in a development. You can ask for an offer with no obligation. We put the offer in writing and explain our repair estimate line by line, so you can see how we got there.
Here is the honest part: if your home is in good shape, an agent marketing it to the many buyers who want this area may well get you more. Read our cash offer vs. listing comparison before deciding. If you are settling an estate, our page on selling a probate house explains how we work with executors.
Nearby Areas We Serve
We buy homes in the towns around Upper Makefield too, including Newtown, Lower Makefield, Yardley, Buckingham and New Hope. Our areas we serve page lists the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will you buy a historic house in one of Upper Makefield’s villages?
Yes. We buy older homes in the Dolington, Brownsburg and Buckmanville historic districts and elsewhere in the township. If exterior changes need township review, we plan for that in our timeline and our offer, so you do not have to sort it out before selling.
My house is on River Road. Is flooding a problem for a cash sale?
It is not a deal-breaker for us. Many buyers using a mortgage need flood insurance and may back out over it. We pay cash, so tell us about any past water and we will account for it.
Is my home in Washington Crossing or Newtown?
Both mailing names are used in Upper Makefield. Washington Crossing uses 18977, and much of the rest of the township, including the township offices on Eagle Road, uses a Newtown 18940 address. Either way the property is in Upper Makefield Township and the Council Rock School District.
Can I sell to you while the estate is still in probate?
Often, yes. Once the executor or administrator has authority to sell, we can sign an agreement and set closing around the court and estate timeline.
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.