NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1069 Canal Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

Franklin Area

Estimated Value: $500,000 - $753,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,269 Sq Ft
$283/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 15, 2023

Last sale price $475,000 $209 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,324 / mo

108 Days on Market

About This Home

As of March 2023

Presenting the Old Simonson Place, built around 1750 . This historic home has old fashioned charm, coupled with modern amenities and open flow of living spaces. Situated on 2.1 acres, this country retreat is located just north of Princeton in the Griggstown section of Franklin Township within walking distance of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. The home has been lovingly restored to showcase its many original details. Features include large first floor living areas, a magnificent built-in dining hutch, 3 fireplaces with intricate millwork detailing (1 is non working), exposed beams and a master bedroom with sitting area and bath including free standing tub. There are formal living and dining rooms, a family room with outside access, a den, a screened porch, a renovated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a separate breakfast nook. The property is enhanced by beautiful grounds with lovely perennials and a bordering stream. It will capture your heart for year round or weekend living. Just minutes to Princeton, New Brunswick, NYC train and major highways. Property experienced flood damage during Hurricane Ida. New gas fired hot water heating system and many other newly replaced items abound.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JEFFREY FETZKO

KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE Listed on: 10/09/2022

KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Engelhart

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1750

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1750

Lot Details

2.1 Acres

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1750
  • County Name: Somerset
  • I D: 5163706
  • Attribution Contact: 908-359-0893
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2022

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2.10

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 2.1 AC
  • Total Acres: 2.10

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2022
Closed on
Mar 8, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
JEFFREY FETZKO
KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Engelhart
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4.04%
Views
358
Current Estimated Value
$641,619

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$166,619
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.42%
Original Mortgage
$386,000
Interest Rate
0.0612%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,000
Interest Rate
0.0387%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 22, 2014
Closed on
Dec 9, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bill Flagg
ERA QUEEN CITY REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Bill Flagg
ERA QUEEN CITY REALTY
Sold Price
$173,250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$475,000 None Listed On Document
$330,000 First American Title Ins Co
$173,250 Multiple
-- Land Title Services Of New J
$680,000 --
$487,500 --
$370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $51,495
Open $421,500
Closed $386,000
Previous Owner $143,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/15/2023 03/15/23 Sold $475,000 -4.0% $209 / Sq Ft
02/01/2023 02/01/23 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2023 01/09/23 For Sale $495,000 0.0% $218 / Sq Ft
12/29/2022 12/29/22 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2022 11/07/22 Price Changed $495,000 -6.6% $218 / Sq Ft
10/15/2022 10/15/22 For Sale $530,000 +205.9% $234 / Sq Ft
12/22/2014 12/22/14 Sold $173,250 -- -- View Prior Sale
Source: Garden State MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $10,293 $596,000 $403,100 $192,900
2025 $9,648 $596,000 $403,100 $192,900
2024 $9,648 $535,100 $403,100 $132,000
2023 $7,603 $395,600 $355,600 $40,000
2022 $7,059 $348,100 $308,100 $40,000
2021 $7,683 $348,100 $308,100 $40,000
2020 $7,629 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2019 $7,723 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2018 $7,801 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2017 $7,831 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2016 $7,899 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2015 $7,845 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
2014 $7,727 $337,700 $297,700 $40,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • JEFFREY FETZKO

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    JEFFREY FETZKO

    KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE

    (908) 581-5021

    17 Total Sales

    JEFFREY FETZKO
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  • Bill Flagg

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bill Flagg

    ERA QUEEN CITY REALTY

    (908) 603-8040

    47 Total Sales

    Bill Flagg
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Map

Source: Garden State MLS

MLS Number: 3811763

Garden State MLS

APN: 08-00011-01-00084

New Jersey Somerset County Princeton 08540

1069 Canal Rd, Princeton, NJ

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