Seller's Agent in 2025
Edward Smires
Smires & Associates
(609) 638-2904
26 in this area
156 Total Sales
12 Dutchess Dr Allentown, NJ 08501
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,517
Sq Ft
1.65
Acres
Highlights
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Allentown High School Rated A-
- Cathedral Ceiling
- No HOA
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to luxury living in this stunning 4,500 sq. ft. brick-front home, offering 5 bedrooms, 3 1⁄2 baths, and a 3-car side-entry garage, nestled on a 2-acre premium private lot in the highly sought-after Woods at Cream Ridge development. Located just outside the historic town of Allentown, NJ, in Upper Freehold Township, this home is within an award-winning school district. It is surrounded by farmland and preserved open space. Conveniently located just 5 miles from Exit 7A of the NJ Turnpike, 20 minutes to the Hamilton train station, 30 minutes to the Jersey Shore, 1 hour to NYC, and 45 minutes to Philadelphia, this home offers the ideal location for living in Central New Jersey.
This home is meticulously maintained, boasting a winding driveway with Belgian block curbing, extensive exterior brickwork, professional landscaping, hardscape walkways, a multi-tiered patio, and lighting. You are greeted by the towering 2-story foyer with an open floor plan, flowing into the formal living room to your right and the dining room to your left, both bathed in natural sunlight due to the home’s southern front exposure. In the center of the home, the grand winding staircase leads you upstairs, overlooking the family room, which features a wall-to-ceiling fireplace.
The first floor also includes an office with French doors. The graciously sized gourmet kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a center island with barstool seating, a walk-in pantry, and a first-floor laundry room. A second staircase to the upstairs is also accessed from the kitchen!
The second floor offers 5 bedrooms, including the master bedroom suite with a sitting room, tray ceilings, and crown molding. The master suite features a walk-in closet with custom shelving and cabinetry, as well as a master bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a jacuzzi garden tub, and a separate water closet. To the right of the house there is a full hall bath and two bedrooms, and down the hall you will find another two bedrooms connected by a full Jack and Jill bathroom!
The full unfinished basement with high ceilings is ideal for expanding living space, offering recreational space or additional storage.
This home is sure to impress the most discerning buyer, with its unparalleled condition, upgrades, and modern open design. It offers everything that every buyer dreams of.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Smires & Associates License #9236000 Listed on: 02/10/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,519
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 1.65 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,517 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Dual Staircase
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Newell Elementary School
- Stone Bridge Middle School
- Allentown High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by BELLINGHAM
- Woods At Cream Ridge Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00002 29
- Assessor Parcel Number 51-00024-00002 29
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Sitko Neil
Bought by
Kodati Jatil and Simon Shelby C
Seller's Agent
Edward Smires
Smires & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Tara Plaza
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-3.7%
Views
69
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.62%
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,038,225
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$284,669
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 5, 2014
Closed on
Sep 19, 2014
Sold by
Hostinsky Steven E and Hostinsky Kelly A
Bought by
Sitko Neil
Seller's Agent
Melissa DeSantis
RE/MAX Central
Buyer's Agent
NON MEMBER
VRI Homes
Sold Price
$705,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 24, 2004
Sold by
Orleans Corp
Bought by
Hostinsky Steven and Hostinsky Kelly
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,300,000 | Kelly Title Group | |
| Deed | $1,300,000 | Kelly Title Group | |
| Deed | $705,000 | Old Republic Natl Ins Co | |
| Deed | $621,560 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,040,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $1,040,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | $1,300,000 | -3.7% | $288 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/10/2025 02/10/25 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | +91.5% | $299 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2014 09/22/14 | Sold | $705,000 | -- | $156 / 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 | $18,020 | $1,246,900 | $375,400 | $871,500 |
| 2024 | $16,573 | $835,800 | $167,400 | $668,400 |
| 2023 | $16,573 | $746,200 | $157,900 | $588,300 |
| 2022 | $16,478 | $725,700 | $157,900 | $567,800 |
| 2021 | $16,478 | $679,500 | $157,900 | $521,600 |
| 2020 | $16,210 | $671,500 | $157,900 | $513,600 |
| 2019 | $15,954 | $665,600 | $157,900 | $507,700 |
| 2018 | $16,267 | $668,600 | $181,700 | $486,900 |
| 2017 | $15,911 | $662,700 | $181,700 | $481,000 |
| 2016 | $15,575 | $656,600 | $181,700 | $474,900 |
| 2015 | $15,263 | $650,300 | $191,200 | $459,100 |
| 2014 | $14,710 | $631,600 | $142,200 | $489,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Edward Smires
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Tara Plaza
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tara Plaza
EXP Realty, LLC
(732) 757-1364
2 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2014
Melissa DeSantis
RE/MAX
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2014
NON MEMBER
VRI Homes
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2014
NON MEMBER MORR
NON MEMBER
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJMM2003370
APN: 51-00024-0000-00002-29
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