NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1040 Mercer Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $1,032,000 - $1,873,000

6 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
2.02 Acres

Last Sold August 20, 2021

Last sale price $857,500

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,998/month

Highlights

  • Scenic Views
  • 2.02 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Johnson Park School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2021

With so much space, both inside and out, this special Princeton property is not only a fantastic value, but also an opportunity to make outdoor living part of your every day. The house, just painted a fresh sky blue and topped with a new roof, sits on more than 2 acres, but the property feels endless thanks to preserved land stretching out beyond the fenced yard. Enjoy the view from your choice of relaid stone patios or from the shelter of the sunroom. Inside, the living room with a raised hearth fireplace is the heart of the home. Hardwood floors extend into the dining room. Tailor the kitchen to suit your needs by removing a wall - or not. You may even choose to reimagine the upper level floor plan. One thing is certain - with a ready-for-finishing bonus room and 6 current bedrooms, including a main level master with a brand new bathroom, there s space for everyone! A second staircase off the attached garage even offers an au pair or in-laws extra privacy. All this seclusion within the Princeton school district and a quick drive from I-95.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Rizk

(609) 203-4807 krizk@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #0124663 Listed on: 09/09/2020

Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

Co-Listed By

Ellie Deardorff

(609) 658-4999 edeardorff@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #1750793

Last Buyer's Agent

Sikander Renu

(609) 516-9311 sikander@keyrealtynj.com Key Realty NJ License #124586

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,706

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 2.02 Acre Lot
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 8 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Scenic Vista Views
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by active solar

Schools

  • Johnson Park Elementary School
  • John Witherspoon Middle School
  • PHS High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00005
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-10102-00005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,706

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: With so much space, both inside and out, this special Princeton property is not only a fantastic value, but also an opportunity to make outdoor living part of your every day. The house, just painted a fresh sky blue and topped with a new roof, sits on more than 2 acres, but the property feels endless thanks to preserved land stretching out beyond the fenced yard. Enjoy the view from your choice of relaid stone patios or from the shelter of the sunroom. Inside, the living room with a raised hearth fireplace is the heart of the home. Hardwood floors extend into the dining room. Tailor the kitchen to suit your needs by removing a wall - or not. You may even choose to reimagine the upper level floor plan. One thing is certain - with a ready-for-finishing bonus room and 6 current bedrooms, including a main level master with a brand new bathroom, there s space for everyone! A second staircase off the attached garage even offers an au pair or in-laws extra privacy. All this seclusion within the Princeton school district and a quick drive from I-95.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1040

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Scenic Vista
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Solar - Active
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK
  • Middle School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
  • High School: PHS
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396175
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK
  • High School: PHS
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Split Rail
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 355900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 458400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 87904.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2146453
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19706.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-10102-00005
  • Tax Lot: 00005
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 08/20/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2020
Closed on
Aug 13, 2021
Sold by
Johnson William L and Estate Of R Ann Johnson
Bought by
Vatish Rajan and Bali Anjli
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Rizk
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Sikander Renu
Key Realty NJ
List Price
$920,000
Sold Price
$857,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$62,500
-6.79%
Current Estimated Value
$1,400,071

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$542,571
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.64%
Original Mortgage
$686,000
Outstanding Balance
$621,897
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$778,174
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Vatish Rajan $857,500 Foundation Title Llc
Rajan Vatish $857,500 Foundation Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rajan Vatish $686,000
Closed Rajan Vatish $686,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/20/2021 08/20/21 Sold $857,500 -2.0% --
03/11/2021 03/11/21 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2020 12/06/20 Price Changed $875,000 -2.2% --
09/30/2020 09/30/20 Price Changed $895,000 -2.7% --
09/09/2020 09/09/20 For Sale $920,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $18,899 $709,700 $383,400 $326,300
2024 $20,640 $709,700 $383,400 $326,300
2023 $20,640 $821,000 $458,400 $362,600
2022 $19,804 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2021 $19,861 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2020 $19,706 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2019 $19,315 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2018 $18,989 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2017 $18,729 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2016 $18,436 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2015 $18,012 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
2014 $17,792 $814,300 $458,400 $355,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME289468

Bright MLS

APN: 14-10102-0000-00005