$890,000
SOLD MAR 4, 2025

21 Grover Ave Princeton, NJ 08540

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,484 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$600 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Littlebrook Elementary School Rated A+
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2025

This charming cape-style home offers a perfect blend of classic appeal and modern comfort. With three cozy bedrooms and one bathroom, the house exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully laid-out living space with original hardwood floors, a kitchen with access to the backyard, and a dining area that opens to the family room. Two bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the first floor. On the second floor you will find an additional bedroom as well as a loft area. The property includes a one-car garage, providing both convenience and additional storage space. The manageable lot size is complemented by a lush, private backyard, perfect for outdoor activities or relaxing in tranquility. Situated in a sought-after neighborhood known for its top-rated schools, this home is just a short distance from Princeton's vibrant downtown, renowned university, parks, and cultural attractions.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ingela Kostenbader

(609) 902-5302 ingela@princetonhome.com Queenston Realty, LLC License #344850 Listed on: 12/17/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

James Joslin

(609) 203-9910 jamesjoslin41@gmail.com Queenston Realty, LLC License #2191929

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,913

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R7

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,484 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Littlebrook Elementary School
  • John Witherspoon Middle School
  • Princeton High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Littlebrook Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00008
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-07501-00008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,913

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer and Dryer. Plus midcentury modern original Little Litton microwave. Refrigerator.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This charming cape-style home offers a perfect blend of classic appeal and modern comfort. With three cozy bedrooms and one bathroom, the house exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully laid-out living space with original hardwood floors, a kitchen with access to the backyard, and a dining area that opens to the family room. Two bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the first floor. On the second floor you will find an additional bedroom as well as a loft area. The property includes a one-car garage, providing both convenience and additional storage space. The manageable lot size is complemented by a lush, private backyard, perfect for outdoor activities or relaxing in tranquility. Situated in a sought-after neighborhood known for its top-rated schools, this home is just a short distance from Princeton's vibrant downtown, renowned university, parks, and cultural attractions.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1484
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1484
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 538.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1484
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 21

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: LITTLEBROOK E.S.
  • 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: LITTLEBROOK E.S.
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11326.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R7

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11913.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-07501-00008
  • Tax Lot: 00008
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 03/04/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 17, 2024
Closed on
Feb 11, 2025
Sold by
Riddle George H N
Bought by
Gomila Robin P and Rossi Maria Alessia
Seller's Agent
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
James Joslin
Queenston Realty, LLC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$890,000
Premium/Discount to List
$91,000
11.39%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$961,169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$71,169
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.73%
Original Mortgage
$801,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2019
Sold by
Riddle George H N
Bought by
Riddle George R N
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $890,000 Foundation Title
Bargain Sale Deed $890,000 Foundation Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $801,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Sold $890,000 +11.4% $600 / Sq Ft
12/30/2024 12/30/24 Pending -- -- --
12/17/2024 12/17/24 For Sale $799,000 -- $538 / Sq Ft
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 $12,620 $473,900 $376,000 $97,900
2024 $11,914 $473,900 $376,000 $97,900
2023 $11,914 $473,900 $376,000 $97,900
2022 $11,525 $473,900 $376,000 $97,900
2021 $10,995 $450,800 $346,000 $104,800
2020 $10,909 $450,800 $346,000 $104,800
2019 $10,693 $450,800 $346,000 $104,800
2018 $10,513 $450,800 $346,000 $104,800
2017 $10,368 $450,800 $346,000 $104,800
2016 $9,608 $424,400 $321,000 $103,400
2015 $9,388 $424,400 $321,000 $103,400
2014 $9,273 $424,400 $321,000 $103,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2052648

Bright MLS

APN: 14-07501-0000-00008