Seller's Agent in 2022
Julie Murphy
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 415-6781
58 in this area
76 Total Sales
15 Grove St Cranford, NJ 07016
Estimated Value: $666,000 - $758,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
--
Sq Ft
6,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 0.14 Acre Lot
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Cranford Sr High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Sherman Park
About This Home
As of November 2022Engaging, super charming circa 1924 Craftsman Bungalow will have your heart at the front porch! Open concept living and dining rooms have all of the original chestnut trim and moldings & vintage built-in's. 9 ft. ceilings! All windows (except for sunroom/office) are Renewal by Anderson custom windows. Two first floor bedrooms plus sunroom/office adjoining the primary bedroom. "Michael's Custom Kitchen" with solid oak cabinets & stainless appliances. Convenient mudroom/pantry (07x05). The 2nd floor is a welcome surprise with custom built-in double bed & pull-out single bed, full bath with tub/shower; desk/homework nook; and loads of closets and storage. Updates include gas heat, CAC (mini duct high efficiency), dimensional roof & vinyl shingle siding. Over-sized detached garage and wonderful backyard 150 feet deep. Just minutes to EVERYTHING in spectacular Downtown Cranford...specialty shops, boutiques, professional services, fabulous restaurants, bistros & pubs w/outdoor seating galore! NYC transportation both rail & bus w/several one seat rides every day! Opportunity knocks! No Flood zone.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Brokerage Phone: 908-415-6781 Listed on: 10/07/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,602
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Privacy Fence
- Level Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Bungalow
- Vinyl Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Thermal Windows
- Blinds
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage Room
- Dryer
- Utility Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Livston/Walnut Elementary School
- Hillside Middle School
- Cranford High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Radiator
- Space Heater
- Standard Electricity
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2903-00485-0000-00010-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 7, 2022
Closed on
Nov 20, 2022
Sold by
Messinger Barry F and Messinger Greta S
Bought by
Button Sean and Button Kendra
Seller's Agent
Julie Murphy
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Edward Verdel
COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.04%
Views
32
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
$195,391
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.16%
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Outstanding Balance
$397,162
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$309,676
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 2012
Sold by
Young Defranco Greta and Messinger Greta
Bought by
Messinger Barry and Messinger Greta
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 1997
Sold by
Hay Charles A and Hay Mary Ann
Bought by
Young Defranco Greta
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,400
Interest Rate
7.7%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Button Sean | $515,000 | Evident Title | |
| Messinger Barry | -- | Noble Title Agency Inc | |
| Young Defranco Greta | $163,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Button Sean | $412,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Messinger Barry | $225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Defranco Greta Young | $13,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Defranco Greta Young | $38,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Defranco Greta Young | $20,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Young Defranco Greta | $130,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2022 11/22/22 | Sold | $515,000 | +4.0% | -- |
| 10/20/2022 10/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2022 10/07/22 | For Sale | $495,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Garden State 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 | $9,740 | $161,100 | $74,500 | $86,600 |
| 2023 | $9,740 | $146,100 | $74,500 | $71,600 |
| 2022 | $8,668 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2021 | $8,630 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2020 | $8,603 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2019 | $8,548 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2018 | $8,393 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2017 | $8,105 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2016 | $7,810 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2015 | $7,605 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
| 2014 | $7,449 | $131,100 | $74,500 | $56,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Murphy
-
Edward Verdel
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Edward Verdel
COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC
(201) 679-7892
1 in this area
135 Total Sales
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3811449
APN: 03-00485-0000-00010
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