Seller's Agent in 2016
Kathleen Murphy
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 203-4836
7 in this area
20 Total Sales
131 Westcott Rd Princeton, NJ 08540
Estimated Value: $1,889,715 - $2,026,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,577
Sq Ft
$1,256/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Commercial Range
- Deck
- Community Park Elementary School Rated A+
- 1.07 Acre Lot
- Raised Ranch Architecture
About This Home
As of March 2016Located in the highly sought after Western Section of Princeton, within close reach of bustling downtown and University, this surprisingly large 1 story home has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and a lower level that will take your breath away. The airy foyer welcomes you to the spacious living room with recently refinished hw floors, built in cabinetry, wood burning fire place and a wall of windows that showcases the breathtakingly deep bucolic 1 acre lot. Perfect for entertaining in all seasons its formal dr leads to the expansive maintenance free timbertech deck great for entertaining in all seasons. The updated kitchen with SS appliances, granite counter tops, tile backsplash, classic white cabinetry with island and stools and flat screened TV has an entry door to a covered breezeway which leads to an oversized 2 car garage with easy pull down attic for amazing storage and was built with possible expansion of this home in mind. Master bedroom with private bath with 2 other bedrooms and hall bath complete the upper level. Entrance to the lower level will not disappoint with its radiant heated slate floors, welcoming gas burning fireplace surrounded with custom built in cabinetry with flat screen tv and custom sound system for entertaining in your new home. Custom built cabinetry in laundry/ office/ craft room provides you with many options. The lower level has a 4th bedroom with full bath and also expansive bilevel basement storage. Walk out to blue stone patio and it's only steps to the private heated pool. Quality was not spared with any upgrades done by present owner. With established perennial gardens, Hardie Plank siding, rebuilt bluestone patio and garden walls and large shed for storage. Renovations were done with expansion in mind.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,096
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 1.07 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 141x330
- Sloped Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Raised Ranch Architecture
- Rambler Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 1,577 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Marble Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Commercial Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
- Breezeway
- Porch
Schools
- Community Park Elementary School
- J Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Western Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00021
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-00002 02-00021
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2018
Sold by
Moesta Peter
Bought by
Moestq Peter and Romeo Susan
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 9, 2016
Closed on
Mar 31, 2016
Sold by
Smith Susan R and Smith Edward R
Bought by
Moesta Peter
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Murphy
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Judy Brickman
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
List Price
$1,247,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,000
-3.77%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.26%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 2004
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 1996
Sold by
Kohut Andrew
Bought by
Smith Edward and Smith Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$308,000
Interest Rate
7.9%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moestq Peter | -- | None Available | |
| Moesta Peter | $1,200,000 | None Available | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| Smith Edward | $385,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Smith Susan R | $637,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Edward | $308,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/30/2016 03/30/16 | Sold | $1,200,000 | -3.8% | $761 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2016 03/29/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2016 02/09/16 | For Sale | $1,247,000 | -- | $791 / 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 | $26,846 | $1,139,900 | $721,300 | $418,600 |
| 2024 | $25,344 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2023 | $25,344 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2022 | $24,517 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2021 | $24,588 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2020 | $24,396 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2019 | $23,912 | $1,008,100 | $636,300 | $371,800 |
| 2018 | $21,186 | $908,500 | $636,300 | $272,200 |
| 2017 | $20,896 | $908,500 | $636,300 | $272,200 |
| 2016 | $20,568 | $908,500 | $636,300 | $272,200 |
| 2015 | $20,096 | $908,500 | $636,300 | $272,200 |
| 2014 | $19,851 | $908,500 | $636,300 | $272,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kathleen Murphy
-
Judy Brickman
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Judy Brickman
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 683-8529
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003881969
APN: 14-00002-02-00021
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