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Seller's Agent in 2020
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH
16 Academy St Califon, NJ 07830
Estimated Value: $477,000 - $609,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,197
Sq Ft
$254/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Pond
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Califon Public School Rated A
- Victorian Architecture
- 2-minute walk to South Branch Raritan River
About This Home
As of February 2020Own a piece of Califon history, Victorian home old world charm original characteristics, pumpkin pine flooring, wide trim molding, fireplace, landscaped Backyard perennials, trees, koi pond to enjoy. Only a few steps away from center of town, shopping, fishing, walking/biking the Columbia Trail, Califon Railway Station. Explore other Califon historical sites, restaurants, Aqui market, ..... This home offers updates - new septic 2011, new roof 2006, kitchen, insulated windows, BLOWN-IN INSULATION, partially finished large attic, updated electrical service, newer furnace. Don't let this piece of Califon history slip through your fingers.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH Listed on: 10/04/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH Listed on: 10/04/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,002
Year Built
- Built in 1850 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.42 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Clapboard
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- 2,197 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Thermal Windows
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Country Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Pond
- Gazebo
Schools
- Califon Elementary And Middle School
- Voorhees High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Standard Electricity
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1904-00020-0000-00030-0000-
- Tax Block *
Community Details
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 4, 2019
Closed on
Feb 22, 2020
Sold by
Lacroix Tristian E and Kolodziej Krzysztof W
Bought by
Merchant Meghann and Swensoni Maxwell
Seller's Agent
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH
Buyer's Agent
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$219,000
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
$338,990
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.46%
Original Mortgage
$200,549
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 23, 2012
Closed on
Jul 21, 2012
Sold by
Freibergs Donald E and Freibergs Donald Erik
Bought by
Lacroix Tristian E and Lacroix Krzysztof W
Seller's Agent
BRUCE H. MORROW
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
LYNN ROPKE
BHHS FOX & ROACH
Sold Price
$157,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2005
Sold by
Schott Cynthia M and Freibergs Kathy Lynn
Bought by
Freibergs Marilyn J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2001
Sold by
Freibergs Marilyn J
Bought by
Schott Cynthis M and Freibergs Kathy Lynn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2001
Sold by
Estate Of Preston J Geist
Bought by
Friedbergs Marilyn J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchant Meghann | $219,000 | Simplicity Title Llc | |
| Lacroix Tristian E | -- | None Available | |
| Freibergs Marilyn J | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Schott Cynthis M | $180,000 | -- | |
| Friedbergs Marilyn J | $12,000 | -- | |
| Friedbergs Marilyn J | $12,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Swensen Maxwell | $206,000 | |
| Closed | Merchant Meghann | $200,549 | |
| Previous Owner | Schott Cynthis M | $180,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2020 02/24/20 | Sold | $219,000 | 0.0% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2020 01/23/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/04/2019 12/04/19 | For Sale | $219,000 | 0.0% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2019 11/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/04/2019 10/04/19 | For Sale | $219,000 | +39.0% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2012 07/23/12 | Sold | $157,500 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,640 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2024 | $12,121 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2023 | $12,121 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2022 | $12,012 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2021 | $11,471 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2020 | $11,570 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2019 | $11,471 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2018 | $11,002 | $330,100 | $126,300 | $203,800 |
| 2017 | $7,793 | $239,200 | $126,300 | $112,900 |
| 2016 | $7,343 | $239,200 | $126,300 | $112,900 |
| 2015 | $7,226 | $239,200 | $126,300 | $112,900 |
| 2014 | $7,114 | $239,200 | $126,300 | $112,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2012
BRUCE H. MORROW
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3592452
APN: 04-00020-0000-00030
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