1040 Melrose Ave Trenton, NJ 08629
Villa Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,824/month
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Porch
- Living Room
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 4-minute walk to Villa Park
About This Home
Handyman & Investor Special in Trenton! Discover incredible potential at 1040 Melrose Avenue — a solid single-family home with great bones, ready for your vision and finishing touches. Perfect for investors or owner-occupants looking to add value through repairs and updates. Need to close quickly. Buyers are responsible for inspections and due diligence. Fast closing! All offers will be reviewed
Listing Agent
(732) 727-2280 info@realmartrealty.com Realmart Realty, LLC License #0902217 Listed on: 09/18/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,876
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 3,999 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40.00 x 100.00
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,344 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Villa Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00012
- Assessor Parcel Number 11-31102-00012
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,876 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2024 | $5,639 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2023 | $5,639 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2022 | $5,529 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2021 | $5,625 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2020 | $5,607 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2019 | $5,517 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2018 | $5,281 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2017 | $5,019 | $101,300 | $21,600 | $79,700 |
| 2016 | $4,729 | $82,200 | $20,000 | $62,200 |
| 2015 | $4,713 | $82,200 | $20,000 | $62,200 |
| 2014 | $4,690 | $82,200 | $20,000 | $62,200 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | For Sale | $225,000 | -11.8% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | For Sale | $255,000 | 0.0% | $190 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/18/2025 09/18/25 | For Sale | $255,000 | -- | $190 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $180,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $79,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $153,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $78,330 | FHA |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2065626
APN: 11-31102-0000-00012
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