205 Christopher Dr Princeton, NJ 08540
Princeton West NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,960,000 - $2,062,592
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,846
Sq Ft
$527/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Scenic Views
- Colonial Architecture
- Johnson Park School Rated A+
- Dual Staircase
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of April 2021One of only a few properties in Ettl Farm with a pool! A charming Madison model sits on .65 acres of open sunshine during the day that provides fabulous star and moon-gazing views by night. Impressive curb appeal as this home sits high on the lot with a front circular driveway and a three car, side-entry garage with additional driveway parking. This center entrance colonial opens to a two-story foyer with a large palladium window and a butterfly staircase with a first level flow of rooms boasting nine foot ceilings with hardwood and tile flooring. The formal living and dining rooms have extra long windows and palladium's above for added natural light in the front of the house. The back of the house features an open two-story family room with a handsome floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with skylights above, to the left, a set of glass French doors open to a private study with a full wall of built-in bookcases and cabinets below with a second set of glass French doors opening in to the front living room. On the opposite side of the family room, a knee wall allows views into the cheery kitchen which has been renovated with cherry wood cabinets, granite counters, tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, a center island with a breakfast bar and a large breakfast room with skylights above. A second staircase from the kitchen leads to the upper level and a French door off the breakfast room opens to the rear deck overlooking the backyard and pool area. A mudroom/laundry room off the kitchen has doors to the backyard and the three car garage, a powder room in the main foyer completes this level. Upstairs, the master bedroom has a generous size sitting room, bedroom area, dual walk-in closets and a second spacious and private study with built-in cabinets and counter space, the master bathroom has a vaulted ceiling dual vanities, soaking tub and shower. A princess suite with a walk-in closet and its own private bath is followed by a Jack-N-Jill suite (two more bedrooms) that share a private and updated bathroom with natural light through a center window. The cat-walk offers great views of the two-story rooms below with your choice of front or back stairs. The lower level is for fun and games where room for a gym, ping-pong table, sitting and dining area are offered complete with a half bath and sliding glass doors to a walk-up staircase to the outside. The backyard is open and fully fenced with a deck, pool, a shed, lawn and garden areas all backing to open space with a walking path that leads to the community tennis courts. Recent updates include: Roof 6yrs.-Kitchen renovation 6 yrs.- Generator 6 yrs. -Pool 4 yrs.- (one) HVAC system-2 yrs. -full bath up-3yrs. Located in the Johnson Park School district and minutes to town and Princeton University, this property offers just the right amount of space for in-home work and schooling. Easy access to Rt.1. I-95, Turnpike and train stations. Top rated public and private schools makes this an easy choice.....
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Listed on: 02/17/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,033
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Backs To Open Common Area
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Open Lot
- Property is zoned R1AH
HOA Fees
- $100 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- 8 Driveway Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,846 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Dual Staircase
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Mud Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Scenic Vista Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Up Access
- Exterior Basement Entry
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Vinyl Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Storage Shed
Schools
- Johnson Park Elementary School
- John Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00010
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-06103-00010
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance
- Ettl Farm HOA, Phone Number (609) 512-1062
- Ettl Farm Subdivision
- Property Manager
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 17, 2021
Closed on
Apr 22, 2021
Sold by
Santamaria Joseph and Marek Santamaria Margaret
Bought by
Kleiner Yevgenia Shtilman and Kleiner Ralph Elliot
Seller's Agent
Heidi Hartmann
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Yael Lax Zakut
Compass New Jersey, LLC - Princeton
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
4.66%
Total Days on Market
5
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
$566,864
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.74%
Original Mortgage
$1,168,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,074,110
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$835,062
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2013
Closed on
Apr 29, 2013
Sold by
Pitts Tilghman G and Pitts Ellen H
Bought by
Santamaria Joseph and Marek-Santamaria Margaret Eve
Seller's Agent
Robin Froehlich
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Harveen Bhatla
Keller Williams Premier
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.82%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.33%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
2.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2003
Sold by
Landau Arthur
Bought by
Pitts Tilghman and Pitts Ellen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 1995
Sold by
Toll Land Corp
Bought by
Landau Arthur and Landau Carron
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$465,000
Interest Rate
7.6%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kleiner Yevgenia Shtilman | $1,460,000 | None Available | |
| Santamaria Joseph | $1,215,000 | First American Title | |
| Pitts Tilghman | $1,150,000 | -- | |
| Landau Arthur | $667,796 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Kleiner Yevgenia Shtilman | $1,168,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Santamaria Joseph | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pitts Tilghman G | $302,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Landau Arthur | $465,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2021 04/22/21 | Sold | $1,460,000 | +4.7% | $380 / Sq Ft |
| 02/23/2021 02/23/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/17/2021 02/17/21 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | +14.8% | $363 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2013 04/29/13 | Sold | $1,215,000 | -0.8% | -- |
| 03/01/2013 03/01/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2013 02/21/13 | For Sale | $1,225,000 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28,911 | $1,150,000 | $566,000 | $584,000 |
| 2023 | $28,911 | $1,150,000 | $566,000 | $584,000 |
| 2022 | $27,968 | $1,150,000 | $566,000 | $584,000 |
| 2021 | $28,049 | $1,150,000 | $566,000 | $584,000 |
| 2020 | $29,033 | $1,199,700 | $566,000 | $633,700 |
| 2019 | $28,457 | $1,199,700 | $566,000 | $633,700 |
| 2018 | $27,832 | $1,193,500 | $566,000 | $627,500 |
| 2017 | $27,451 | $1,193,500 | $566,000 | $627,500 |
| 2016 | $27,021 | $1,193,500 | $566,000 | $627,500 |
| 2015 | $26,400 | $1,193,500 | $566,000 | $627,500 |
| 2014 | $26,010 | $1,190,400 | $566,000 | $624,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Heidi Hartmann
Seller's Agent in 2021
Heidi Hartmann
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
(609) 658-3771
18 in this area
103 Total Sales
-
Yael Lax Zakut
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Yael Lax Zakut
Compass New Jersey, LLC - Princeton
(609) 933-0880
15 in this area
100 Total Sales
-
Robin Froehlich
Seller's Agent in 2013
Robin Froehlich
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 731-4498
4 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Harveen Bhatla
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Harveen Bhatla
Keller Williams Premier
(609) 273-4408
3 in this area
211 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME307790
APN: 14-06103-0000-00010
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