21 E Ashland St, Doylestown, PA 18901
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21 E Ashland St
Doylestown, PA 18901

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,100 sqft

$1,537,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,161/mo*
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$1,537,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,161/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,100 sqft

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Description

This 1910 historic J. K. Musselman house, designed by the renowned architect, A.O. Martin, is situated on one of the most sought-after streets in Doylestown Borough. Joseph Musselman was a self-made man and prominent business owner of Musslemans Department store located on South Main Street. This significant homes design was described as Elegant Victorian Home Style providing luxurious size rooms compared to most other Victorian era homes. The curb appeal offers a grandeur red brick construction with an impressive wrap around front porch. Entering through the solid mahogany front door with stained glass you will find a welcoming wide central hall running from the front to the rear of the home, boasting a stunning grand staircase. French doors lead to the expansive formal living room with an abundance of windows and a glass door that leads to the side porch. A handsome fireplace with Mercers handcrafted tiles laid by Henry Chapman-Mercer himself is the focal point of this elegant room with built-in bookshelves and bar area. The formal dining room with bay window seat and built-ins is off the central hall and makes for great entertaining. The kitchen is in the rear of the home and has magnificent views of the gated private rear courtyard which includes a deck and patio. Solid wood cabinets, engineered granite countertop and refinished hardwood compliment this space. The second floor offers a spacious master suite with a dressing area, walk in closet and private bath. You will also find two additional bedrooms, a hall bath and full-sized laundry room on this level. The bonus is on the third floor which offers more storage and two nice sized bedrooms with quaint dormer windows. Looking for more space, you will be pleased to know the lower level is a walk out basement and is completely finished with separate rooms, new carpeting and freshly painted walls. Great for an in-home office or possibly as an income producing space. The space was originally designed for a dentist. In the rear you will find an original Carriage House with an oversized 1 1/2 car garage and a wood shed work area attached. The wood shed is currently being used as a gym, however it would be a great space for an art studio. The upper level of the carriage house you will a charming guest house/apartment with its own separate entrance and private deck. It is currently being used as an income producing space. The current tenant has been there for over seven years. This is a rare opportunity to own a historical house in the heart of the Borough that is incoming producing and that you can call your own. Don~t wait call for your private tour of this spectacular home.
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Home Details for 21 E Ashland St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other, SlateExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Price History for 21 E Ashland St

DatePriceEventSource
03/16/2020$1,170,500Sold
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01/23/2020$1,250,000PendingAgent Provided
01/17/2020$1,250,000PriceChange
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11/21/2019$1,350,000PriceChange
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07/09/2019$1,450,000PriceChange
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04/23/2019$1,650,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/11/2002$760,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,784
Assessment$501,204
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Doylestown

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  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say there are community events

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Kdundas
    "Plenty of friendly dogs being walked on leashes in the neighborhood. Also plenty of dog parks near by."
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  • Lenmazz
    "Annual Block party, neighborhood garage sale, easy to walk into town for Arts Festival, Memorial Day parade, car show and other town events"
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  • Lizcb2516
    "Farmers Market, historic tours, art and museum, food and entertainment facilities and in the park and surrounding areas are friendly "
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  • Kdundas
    "Block parties , Xmas Eve luminaries, kindness, everyone looks out for each other. Kids play outside. "
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  • Edw213
    "All of our neighbors are very friendly. We all wave to each other and look out for packages when someone isn’t home."
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  • Edw213
    "All of our neighbors are friendly and wave to each other when we pass by. If someone isn’t home we will watch out for packages."
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  • Edw213
    "Everyone that lives here knows each other looks a filter each other and their homes. People wave to each other as they pass walking or driving. It is a VERY friendly neighborhood."
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  • Edw213
    "Our neighbors are very friendly and everyone waves to each other when we see each other. Our community is located adjacent to a township park with walking trails and a large playground."
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    "Everyone who lives here waves to each other and will help each other when needed. Most of us know each other and watch out for each others property."
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  • Patrick Thompson
    "Good restaurants, art, schools,churches and neighbors and it keeps getting better and better, also easy to get to Philadelphia by train"
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  • Edw213
    "This is a very friendly neighborhood where everybody says hi and/or waves hi to you. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else."
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  • Edw213
    "I live in a very friendly neighborhood where people wave to each other and or say hello to each other ."
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  • Pacrouthamel1949
    "All kinds of attractions,Renascence fair , , museum, castle, Fanny chapmen, historic houses, beautiful home ,land ,lakes ,trails, shopping, great taverns"
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  • Suzannem
    "Yearly Arts Fest, bike race, Memorial Day parade, Santa coming into town, farmers market, Saint Patty’s day bar crawls!"
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  • Edw213
    "Most neighbors have and walk dogs. Everyone picks up after their dogs. Many neighbors greet each other while walking their dogs or just taking a walk."
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  • Lisafarina1
    "Overall it is a safe community but parents should be cautious leaving there tweens and young teens unsupervised in town in the evenings, better to be safe than sorry."
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  • Jennifernmoore
    "Lots of people own and walk their dogs. Very dog friendly neighborhood. Dog-centered community events "
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  • Edw213
    "Our neighborhood is very family friendly.all of our neighbors wave to each other whenever we see each other. We all look out for each others homes and autos."
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  • Edw213
    "Many people walk their dogs in our neighborhood. We live next to a park where we see many people walking their dogs or just walking for exercise."
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  • Trulia User
    "The only thing Doylestown lacks is affordable housing, but I will visit as often as I can as far away as Illinois based on where I’m needed for work in future decades."
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  • Corrine
    "There are town events often; they also close down the streets most saturdays in town to dine & hangout "
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    "There is a park adjacent to our community that is nice for walking dogs. That allows a lot of free space for animals."
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  • Sarahmoos79
    "Quiet and peaceful place to raise a family. Close to shipping and trails. Neighbors are friendly and take care of their homes"
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  • Emily H.
    "friendly neighborhood, beautifully maintained. love Hansel park walking distance! Hansel park is really what makes it special for me."
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  • Jared F.
    "Very walkable. Everything about the town is quite nice. I would recommend for dogs. Could use a dog park closer to borough. "
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  • Lenmazz
    "Dogs are a frequent sight in town and at the local Farmers Market. Most houses do not have fences so they rely on invisible fences."
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  • Jedelaney2018
    "There is a lovely church called Lighthouse Baptist Church in buckingham that is so welcoming and encouraging. "
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  • Kristen D.
    "Great schools ! Safe area , tons are parks and nice backyards . Neighbors are great and many people in the area have kids so they can all play together "
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  • Edw213
    "Our neighborhood is very cozy well light and many people walk at all times of the day. Many people walk to Central Park to get exersize or just walk their dogs. The best part is meeting our grand children at kids castle."
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  • Chara V.
    "Great parks to go with pets and children. We see people walking there dogs all the time. Plus dog sitters are plenty."
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  • Edw213
    "I love being connected to Doylestown Central Park where we can take walks, see free concerts, people walking dogs, soccer games and of course Kids Castle."
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  • Adamskw
    "Rural area so no public transport available, need to use car for all main commute. Uber now operates in area."
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  • Amalia H.
    "I would describe my commute through Plumstead is easy. Areas are rural and with limited public transportion. Medium traffic in morning/evening. "
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  • Amalia H.
    "Traffic is not usually heavy, Uber and Lyft are very popular as septa is not a thing and public transportation is limited"
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  • Joanhock
    "10 minutes I work locally. Commuter train to Philadelphia in Doylestown and access to Philadelphia 45 to hour drive "
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  • Sam R.
    "doylestown has a lot to offer in terms of food and shopping. it is close to great hiking spots, and while it feels populated and busy, you're never that far from nature."
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  • dolly_sweeney
    "We are here for 50 years in May. Our neighbors have upgraded and kept their homes in excellent condition. We have a community organization. Neighbors know each other and look out for each other."
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  • Yssa
    "It’s quaint. Truly a small town feel! That’s all I can say about this hidden gem of a community!!!!!"
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  • Mconnor
    "Love it!!!!! We have lived here for 17 years and we love everything about it. The people, the sense of community and the great way of life. Our children have attended wonderful schools, we have met wonderful families and our lives have been enriched by living here. We have been lucky to be in an area that values the whole and encourages the individual."
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  • Albert P.
    "Great neighborhood for young and older families alike. Great elementary school in walking distance. Great neighbors. "
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21 E Ashland St, Doylestown, PA 18901 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,100 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is not currently available for sale. 21 E Ashland St was last sold on Mar 16, 2020 for $1,170,500. The current Trulia Estimate for 21 E Ashland St is $1,537,500.