Seller's Agent in 2019
Philip Soo
Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Tenafly
(551) 265-7521
8 in this area
115 Total Sales
159 Lexington Ave Cresskill, NJ 07626
Estimated Value: $745,000 - $970,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
--
Sq Ft
5,998
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Views to the North
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near a park
- Cresskill High School Rated A
- Deck
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of October 2019Renovated Gem: Tired of tired homes, then look no further. 159 Lexington Avenue is almost completely renovated. Heat, CAC, Siding, Bathrooms, Kitchen, Roof, Paver Driveway & Walkway, Front Steps--it even has a Whole House Generator--all redone. The 1st floor has 4 rooms including a living room and dining room, renovated kitchen, bedroom/den, and a renovated full hall bath. The 2nd floor has 2 good sized bedrooms and renovated hall bath. The basement is finished and has a laundry room, a room, and storage & utility areas. APRX $8925 year tax, award winning Cresskill schools, close to Bryan Elementary, NYC transit and local shopping--turnkey situation, just bring your stuff, kickback and relax--make it yours!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Tenafly Listed on: 07/08/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
Katherine Kang
Bergen Real Estate
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,925
Lot Details
- 5,998 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- Attached Garage
Property Views
- Views to the North
- Views to the South
Home Design
- Built in the 1940s
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Construction Material
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Attic
- Dormer Attic
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Deck
Community Details
- Security
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 020800103 00025
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2019
Closed on
Oct 29, 2019
Sold by
Alper Andrew and Alper Katherine
Bought by
Jeong Gwanyong and Chung Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Philip Soo
Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Tenafly
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Kang
Bergen Real Estate
List Price
$559,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.4%
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
$309,679
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 17, 2015
Closed on
Aug 12, 2015
Sold by
Maki Peter and Maki Elisabeth
Bought by
Alper Andrew and Alper Katherine
Sold Price
$466,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2012
Sold by
Cerame Patricia M
Bought by
Maki Peter and Maki Elisabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,800
Interest Rate
3.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2004
Sold by
Yi Kum Sun
Bought by
Cerame Patricia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$309,600
Interest Rate
5.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2002
Sold by
Lee Choon S
Bought by
Yi Kum S and Yi Sung
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeong Gwanyong | $540,000 | Fidelity National Title (Aka | |
| Alper Andrew | $466,000 | Attorney | |
| Maki Peter | $363,500 | -- | |
| Cerame Patricia | $388,000 | -- | |
| Yi Kum S | $355,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chung Jennifer | $432,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Maki Peter | $290,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Cerame Patricia | $309,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Yi Kum S | $284,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2019 10/29/19 | Sold | $540,000 | -3.4% | -- |
| 08/20/2019 08/20/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2019 07/08/19 | For Sale | $559,000 | +20.0% | -- |
| 08/17/2015 08/17/15 | Sold | $466,000 | -- | -- |
Source: New Jersey 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 | $12,150 | $548,100 | $304,000 | $244,100 |
| 2023 | $11,859 | $523,500 | $286,500 | $237,000 |
| 2022 | $11,859 | $492,700 | $265,500 | $227,200 |
| 2021 | $11,675 | $478,100 | $258,000 | $220,100 |
| 2020 | $11,319 | $465,400 | $249,500 | $215,900 |
| 2019 | $9,070 | $376,800 | $246,000 | $130,800 |
| 2018 | $6,272 | $372,000 | $243,000 | $129,000 |
| 2017 | $8,523 | $313,100 | $192,000 | $121,100 |
| 2016 | $8,269 | $313,100 | $192,000 | $121,100 |
| 2015 | $8,012 | $306,800 | $192,000 | $114,800 |
| 2014 | $7,615 | $306,800 | $192,000 | $114,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Philip Soo
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K
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Katherine Kang
Bergen Real Estate
Map
Source: New Jersey MLS
MLS Number: 1932262
APN: 08-00103-0000-00025
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