Seller's Agent in 2012
Charles Horn
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty
(609) 933-9300
13 Total Sales
1016 Mercer Rd Princeton, NJ 08540
Estimated Value: $1,344,915 - $1,914,000
6
Beds
4
Baths
4,100
Sq Ft
$399/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1.5 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- Johnson Park School Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
About This Home
As of May 2012Elegant, yet casual colonial style home, with floor plan ideal for entertaining, is sited on a beautiful, park-like, 1.5 acre lot, with meandering brook (property backs to preserved land). Enjoy the beautiful spacious backyard & get ready to barbecue & entertain on the paver stone patio this Spring & Summer. The gracious foyer introduces the dining rm, kitchen, living rm, & gathering rm, all overlooking nature's finest. Delight in the chef's kitchen appointed with Viking Professional Stainless Steel appliances, rich granite countertops, & beautiful cabinetry. Enjoy the highly desirable flow between the chef's kitchen, eat-in area, dining rm, gathering rm & living rm. Au-pair/in-law bedroom with full bath, 2nd bedroom, study/den, & full hall bathroom, complete the 1st floor. The 2nd floor possesses a master bedroom, 3 additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, & laundry area. Beautiful wood mouldings. Completely redone in 2009. Minutes to downtown Princeton, Wegmans/Whole Foods, Shopping, Rte 1, & Train Station.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 933-9300 CharlesGHorn@gmail.com Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty Listed on: 01/15/2012
Last Buyer's Agent
(917) 386-5880 syltrowbridge@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #895937
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,384
Year Built
- Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2009
Lot Details
- 1.5 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 999x999x999x999
- West Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 4,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Skylights
- Stone Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Laundry on upper level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Johnson Park Elementary School
- J Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00007
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-10102-00007
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 15, 2012
Closed on
May 16, 2012
Sold by
Hefler Jonathan and Hefler Maren L
Bought by
Patel Chirag and Patel Bijal
Seller's Agent
Charles Horn
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sylmarie Trowbridge
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$1,036,000
Sold Price
$902,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$134,000
-12.93%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$732,729
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.55%
Original Mortgage
$599,700
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2010
Sold by
Chang Ker Ming and Chang Tzeng Yee
Bought by
Hefler Jonathan and Hefler Maren L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2007
Sold by
Cha Steve
Bought by
Chang Ker Ming and Chang Tzeng Yee
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
6.23%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2005
Sold by
Colfinopoulos Theodore
Bought by
Cha Steve
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 1997
Sold by
Mathie Marion
Bought by
Golfinopoulos Theodore
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 1996
Sold by
Criso Robert
Bought by
Price Marion
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patel Chirag | $902,000 | Stewart Title Guaranty Co | |
| Hefler Jonathan | $837,500 | None Available | |
| Chang Ker Ming | $620,000 | -- | |
| Cha Steve | $630,000 | -- | |
| Golfinopoulos Theodore | $257,500 | -- | |
| Price Marion | $255,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Patel Chirag | $599,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Hefler Jonathan | $670,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chang Ker Ming | $450,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cha Steve | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Golfinopoulos Theodore | $206,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Price Marion | $92,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2012 05/31/12 | Sold | $902,000 | -9.5% | $220 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2012 03/28/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/15/2012 02/15/12 | Price Changed | $997,000 | -3.8% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2012 01/15/12 | For Sale | $1,036,000 | -- | $253 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,632 | $737,200 | $360,000 | $377,200 |
| 2024 | $18,870 | $737,200 | $360,000 | $377,200 |
| 2023 | $18,870 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2022 | $18,255 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2021 | $18,307 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2020 | $18,165 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2019 | $17,804 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2018 | $17,504 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2017 | $17,264 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2016 | $16,994 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2015 | $16,603 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
| 2014 | $16,401 | $750,600 | $412,500 | $338,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Charles Horn
-
Sylmarie Trowbridge
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Sylmarie Trowbridge
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(917) 386-5880
23 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003814050
APN: 14-10102-0000-00007
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