12 Birch St Pennington, NJ 08534
5
Beds
6
Baths
4,748
Sq Ft
1.14
Acres
Highlights
- 1.14 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
- Hopewell Valley Central High School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of January 2017Custom designed by its original owners with architectural interest and infinite attention to detail, this expansive and elegant fieldstone front home is a mere stroll to the heart of Pennington and distinguished by the high quality of construction and premium finishes that are hallmarks of a Zaveta-built house in Woodmere Estates. Not one inch of this residence, inside and out, lacks a sense of the thought, care and focus that went into making it such a gracious property. Welcome is immediately evident at the unique arched front door of burnished wood. Step into a soaring Foyer that centers on its butterfly staircase and flows through in a classic but open plan, unified by gleaming hardwood floors and inviting sightlines that continue through extensive windows and French doors to frame the landscape beyond. Handsome fireplaces are focal points in the generously proportioned Living Room with coffered ceiling and in the formal Dining Room, both entered through matching arches with colonial keystone millwork. In the Great Room, the fireplace is set in dramatic fieldstone that echoes the exterior, flanked by built-ins and lending warmth to the kitchen and its casual eating areas, all great for informal entertainment. Appointed with premium cabinetry and appliances including an Aga stove, the kitchen has it all for the chef, along with expansive granite counters and a two-level island. A spacious butler's pantry provides bar service, wine storage and a second Miehle dishwasher. The Great Room and Kitchen both look out to the tiered bluestone terrace, accented by three magnificent magnolia grandiflora trees and a fountain. From there past a hot tub, gently winding paths lead through trees to a summerhouse. An office/library provides a wall of bookshelves, quiet and those garden views too. Upstairs the grand Master Bedroom with sitting room features a vaulted ceiling, oversized closet with organizers and an ultra-glamorous bath, all conveniently near the second stairway. There are 2 Princess suites, plus a 'guest' wing with 2 bedrooms and bath, perfect for family or visitors. Every activity has its own space in the beautifully finished basement, be it exercise, media, games or just relaxing. Top-rated Hopewell Valley Regional Schools, a hop, skip and jump to Toll Gate Grammar, minutes to private schools in Princeton and Lawrenceville, I-95 and trains.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran Sawyer Smith License #785606 Listed on: 10/01/2016
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,595
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 1.14 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned VRC
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,748 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Wet Bar
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Toll Gate Grammar Elementary School
- Timberlane Middle School
- Central High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Well
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Woodmere Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00007 33
- Assessor Parcel Number 06-00072-00007 33
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2016
Closed on
Jan 11, 2017
Sold by
Dybfest Tor and Mackenzie Sarajane
Bought by
Smith Nigel and Manabe Noriko
Seller's Agent
Susan Thompson
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Strong Drake
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,356,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,500
-3.04%
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
$363,088
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.54%
Original Mortgage
$417,001
Outstanding Balance
$347,898
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,333,595
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2015
Sold by
Dybfest Tor H and Mackenzie Sarajane N
Bought by
Dybfest Tor and Mackenzie Sarajane
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2004
Sold by
Richard Zaveta Jr Inc
Bought by
Dybfest Tor and Mackenzie Sarajane
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2004
Sold by
Curlis Estates Llc
Bought by
Richard D Zaveta Jr Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2003
Sold by
Louisiana Associats Llc
Bought by
Jones Dominique and Jones Terrence
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,356,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Deed | $330,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $265,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $265,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $417,001 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $810,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $880,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2021 08/28/21 | Rented | $6,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/02/2021 08/02/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/19/2021 07/19/21 | Price Changed | $6,500 | -13.3% | -- |
| 06/29/2021 06/29/21 | Price Changed | $7,500 | -5.7% | -- |
| 05/07/2021 05/07/21 | Price Changed | $7,950 | +0.6% | -- |
| 05/06/2021 05/06/21 | For Rent | $7,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/10/2017 01/10/17 | Sold | $1,356,500 | -3.0% | $286 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2016 11/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/01/2016 10/01/16 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $295 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,532 | $1,162,700 | $392,000 | $770,700 |
| 2023 | $35,532 | $1,162,700 | $392,000 | $770,700 |
| 2022 | $34,800 | $1,162,700 | $392,000 | $770,700 |
| 2021 | $35,567 | $1,162,700 | $392,000 | $770,700 |
| 2020 | $34,707 | $1,162,700 | $392,000 | $770,700 |
| 2019 | $32,839 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
| 2018 | $32,230 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
| 2017 | $31,350 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
| 2016 | $29,636 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
| 2015 | $29,940 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
| 2014 | $29,320 | $1,127,700 | $357,000 | $770,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sarah Strong Drake
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(908) 229-4260
2 in this area
44 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Helen Sherman
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 915-1216
4 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
Susan Thompson
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
(609) 638-7700
95 in this area
176 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Susan DeHaven
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
(609) 468-3899
40 in this area
98 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003335067
APN: 06-00072-0000-00007-33
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