NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18 Benjamin Rush Ln Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $863,000 - $1,062,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,299 Sq Ft
$416/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2020

Last sale price $660,000 $287 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,527/month

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Johnson Park School Rated A+
  • Great Room
  • Breakfast Room

About This Home

As of November 2020

This beautiful townhouse, showcasing 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1-car garage, and hardwood floors throughout, is located in Princeton in a highly desirable Washington Oaks community. First floor boasts of an open floor plan designed for gracious entertaining and comfortable living. A short hallway with chair railings leads to a great room that features a fireplace with wooden mantle and ceramic tile surround, picture-view windows, dining area, and a door leading to a cement patio and a private backyard abutting to woods. Spacious kitchen features quartz counter top with custom backsplash, undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, recessed lights, ceramic tile floor, and an adjoining breakfast area with bay window. A powder room, coat closet, and an entry door from garage complete the first floor. A cascading hardwood staircase leads to the second floor. The master bedroom suite features triple windows overlooking woods, ceiling fan with light, spacious walk-in closet, and a master bathroom with 2 skylights, an angular soaking tub, double windows, double vanities, wall-to-wall mirror, makeup area, and much more. Two additional bedrooms, newly renovated hallway bathroom, laundry closet, and a linen closet complete the second floor. A cascading hardwood staircase leads to a finished basement that c an be used for recreation/entertaining and includes newly installed trending-color vinyl floor, recessed lights, and a private office with built-in bookshelves. Storage room with wood racks and utility room complete the basement. Washington Oaks is a peaceful and picturesque community located in the beautiful, historical Princeton township that offers renowned and high-performance Princeton University and several prestigious private and public schools. HOA covers trash pick-up, landscaping maintenance, snow removal, and building exterior maintenance. Community amenities include two tennis courts, a series of bike paths and more. Conveniently located to nearby fitness trails and parks, outdoor activities (eg, canoeing on the canal), shopping malls, restaurants and train station. Easy commute to NYC, Philly and the Jersey Shore!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Yao

(732) 727-2280 info@realmartrealty.com Realmart Realty, LLC License #0902217 Listed on: 09/30/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Gerstnicker

(609) 306-3772 Michael.Gerstnicker@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville License #458464

BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,750

Year Built

  • Built in 1993 | Remodeled in 1998

Lot Details

  • 2,047 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southeast Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $259 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Chair Railings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Heated Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Johnson Park Elementary School
  • John Witherspoon Middle School
  • Princeton High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 150 Amp Service
  • 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 00010
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-09705-00010

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • Washington Oaks Homeowner Association, Phone Number (609) 895-2600
  • Washington Oaks Subdivision, Clermont Floorplan

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,750

Year Built

Built in 1993 | Remodeled in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$259 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Inclusions: washer, dryer, range, dish washer, blinds, fans&lights, window treatments
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Year Renovated: 1998
  • Remarks Public: This beautiful townhouse, showcasing 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1-car garage, and hardwood floors throughout, is located in Princeton in a highly desirable Washington Oaks community. First floor boasts of an open floor plan designed for gracious entertaining and comfortable living. A short hallway with chair railings leads to a great room that features a fireplace with wooden mantle and ceramic tile surround, picture-view windows, dining area, and a door leading to a cement patio and a private backyard abutting to woods. Spacious kitchen features quartz counter top with custom backsplash, undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, recessed lights, ceramic tile floor, and an adjoining breakfast area with bay window. A powder room, coat closet, and an entry door from garage complete the first floor. A cascading hardwood staircase leads to the second floor. The master bedroom suite features triple windows overlooking woods, ceiling fan with light, spacious walk-in closet, and a master bathroom with 2 skylights, an angular soaking tub, double windows, double vanities, wall-to-wall mirror, makeup area, and much more. Two additional bedrooms, newly renovated hallway bathroom, laundry closet, and a linen closet complete the second floor. A cascading hardwood staircase leads to a finished basement that c an be used for recreation/entertaining and includes newly installed trending-color vinyl floor, recessed lights, and a private office with built-in bookshelves. Storage room with wood racks and utility room complete the basement. Washington Oaks is a peaceful and picturesque community located in the beautiful, historical Princeton township that offers renowned and high-performance Princeton University and several prestigious private and public schools. HOA covers trash pick-up, landscaping maintenance, snow removal, and building exterior maintenance. Community amenities include two tennis courts, a series of bike paths and more. Conveniently located to nearby fitness trails and parks, outdoor activities (eg, canoeing on the canal), shopping malls, restaurants and train station. Easy commute to NYC, Philly and the Jersey Shore!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Skylight(s), Store/Office, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Skylights
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Floors In Unit Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Heated
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2499
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2299
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 371.32
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1799
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 500
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 200
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 700
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 18

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 150 Amps
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 259.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA Name: WASHINGTON OAKS HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION
  • HOA Phone: 609-895-2600
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK
  • Middle School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396175
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 220000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 317500.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2047.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RM

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2146208
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12750.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-09705-00010
  • Tax Lot: 00010
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1799
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 11/10/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2020
Closed on
Nov 6, 2020
Sold by
Chen Jiade and Liu Yan
Bought by
Alpert Charles and Alpert Nikki
Seller's Agent
Jack Yao
Realmart Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mike Gerstnicker
BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville
List Price
$668,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.2%
Current Estimated Value
$957,173

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$297,173
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2000
Sold by
Werner Eugene
Bought by
Chen Jiade and Liu Yan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$226,400
Interest Rate
8.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1997
Sold by
Babu J Ravindra
Bought by
Werner Eugene

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
7.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 1994
Sold by
Calton Homes Inc
Bought by
Babu Ravindra
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Alpert Charles $660,000 Foundation Title Llc
Alpert Charles $660,000 Foundation Title
Chen Jiade $283,000 --
Werner Eugene $225,000 --
Babu Ravindra $201,140 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chen Jiade $226,400
Previous Owner Werner Eugene $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/10/2020 11/10/20 Sold $660,000 -1.2% $287 / Sq Ft
10/04/2020 10/04/20 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2020 09/30/20 For Sale $668,000 0.0% $291 / Sq Ft
09/01/2018 09/01/18 Rented $3,600 0.0% --
08/17/2018 08/17/18 Under Contract -- -- --
07/24/2018 07/24/18 For Rent $3,600 +14.3% --
07/01/2013 07/01/13 Rented $3,150 0.0% --
04/29/2013 04/29/13 Under Contract -- -- --
03/30/2013 03/30/13 For Rent $3,150 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $14,314 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2024 $13,513 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2023 $13,513 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2022 $13,072 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2021 $13,110 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2020 $13,008 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2019 $12,750 $537,500 $317,500 $220,000
2018 $11,602 $497,500 $277,500 $220,000
2017 $11,443 $497,500 $277,500 $220,000
2016 $10,131 $447,500 $227,500 $220,000
2015 $9,899 $447,500 $227,500 $220,000
2014 $9,778 $447,500 $227,500 $220,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jack Yao

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jack Yao

    Realmart Realty, LLC

    (732) 727-2280

    3 in this area

    190 Total Sales

    Jack Yao
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  • Mike Gerstnicker

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Mike Gerstnicker

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (609) 306-3772

    1 in this area

    154 Total Sales

    Mike Gerstnicker
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    MARY LIU

    Realmart Realty, LLC

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME302648

Bright MLS

APN: 14-09705-0000-00010

New Jersey Mercer County Princeton 08540

18 Benjamin Rush Ln, Princeton, NJ

This home is located at 18 Benjamin Rush Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540 since 30 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $957,173, approximately $416 per square foot. This property was built in 1993. 18 Benjamin Rush Ln is a home located in Mercer County with nearby schools including Johnson Park School, Princeton Middle School, and Princeton High School.

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