NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Ely Ave Franklinville, NJ 08322

Estimated Value: $504,000 - $635,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,108 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 28, 2024

Last sale price $450,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,648/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Private Lot
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of June 2024

Welcome to 228 Ely Ave. in desirable Franklinville, NJ. Located on a neighborly dead end street, this custom built 2 story colonial home is nestled privately on 2 acres, showcasing pride of ownership. The craftsmanship and quality of this beautiful home are evident throughout. Get ready to feel the quiet and peacefulness of the woods as you pull into your sprawling private driveway. As you enter the organized oversized 2 car garage you are greeted with a workshop, back door for backyard access, pull down attic, and ample storage space. The garage offers access to the full basement or entry to the main floor, Eat-in kitchen. Stunning Kitchen boasts granite counter tops, slate GE Appliances, sharp custom cherry chocolate cabinetry with soft close and pull out shelves. The contemporary kitchen offers stylish tile backsplash, pendant lighting, double sink, coffee bar and sliding glass doors that lead out to your enclosed trek deck that has picturesque wooded views of the property. It includes ceiling fans, pull down shades, and sit up bar shelf. A great getaway to enjoy your morning coffee or watch the game with family or friends. Additionally, the first floor has a half bathroom & generous great room, surrounded by windows, sliding glass door that leads out back onto another open trek deck, perfect for barbecues or entertaining.
In the front of the home, you have the formal living room that becomes a cozy haven with its stone fireplace. Across the hall is the elegant dining room with large beautiful Anderson windows. Let’s head to the spacious bedrooms on the double wide staircase. Primary bedroom offers spacious double closets and updated primary bathroom. Down the hall are 3 oversized bedrooms with ceiling fans, & abundant closet space. The front bedroom also has pull down stairs to additional attic storage. Main upper bathroom offers a tub/shower combination, window, and deep linen closet. Did I mention there’s a full basement off the main hallway that has a door that leads down to another double wide staircase that opens up to the partial finished basement. The basement includes hobby room, entertainment area, ample storage, utility/ storage room that leads to the walkup stairs to the garage ( secondary exit), and superior pre-cast concrete walls/floors. Roof replaced 2016 with 50 year shingle warranty, new well pump 2023, & new acid neutralizer 2024.. This home has so many amenities, It is a must see home to appreciate all that it has to offer.
The backyard features 1/2 acre of fenced in area with shed and concrete patio.There is also an additional acre beyond the fenced in backyard. Plus, the backyard has so much potential and space to add a pole barn, zip lining, ATV vehicles, nature walks, animals, store the boat, RV, or just enjoy the beauty it offers. Franklin Township is desirable, with excellent schools, parks, lakes, sports clubs, and restaurants. Close to major roads and highways.This quality dream home is waiting for you to move in & make unforgettable memories.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stefanie Reis

(609) 729-2100 klrw903@kw.com Keller Williams Realty - Wildwood Crest License #683169 Listed on: 03/15/2024

Keller Williams Realty - Wildwood Crest

Last Buyer's Agent

Erin Owens

(856) 227-8900 ebeecher317@gmail.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester License #0231781

BHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,726

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned RA

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 8 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Game Room
  • Hobby Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Chute
  • Views of Woods
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Surveillance System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Playground

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00006
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-01603-00006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,726

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

2 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: All Kitchen appliances, washer, dryer, in as-is condition.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-03-15
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Attic/House Fan, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Laundry Chute, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Carpet
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Storage Room, Hobby Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Walkout Stairs, Sump Pump, Garage Access, Heated, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3108
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3108
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 178.57
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2520
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 588
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 588
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Concrete, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Play Area
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Crushed Stone, Private
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit, Attic Fan
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Zoned, Baseboard - Hot Water, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector, Surveillance Sys
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, Sideyard(s), Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 87120.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof, Enclosed
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
  • Zoning: RA

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9726.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05-01603-00006
  • Tax Lot: 00006
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DELSEA REGIONAL HIGH SCHO SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 15, 2024
Closed on
Jun 28, 2024
Sold by
Conroy Thomas J and Conroy Cathy Lee
Bought by
Ruczynski George J and Ruczynski Melissa A
Seller's Agent
Stefanie Reis
Keller Williams Realty - Wildwood Crest
Buyer's Agent
Erin Owens
BHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Views
198
Current Estimated Value
$546,731

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,731
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.69%
Original Mortgage
$405,000
Outstanding Balance
$400,200
Interest Rate
7.03%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$146,531
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ruczynski George J $450,000 Trident Land Transfer
Ruczynski George J $450,000 Trident Land Transfer
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ruczynski George J $405,000
Closed Ruczynski George J $405,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/28/2024 06/28/24 Sold $450,000 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2024 05/07/24 For Sale $450,000 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
03/29/2024 03/29/24 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2024 03/15/24 For Sale $450,000 -- $145 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $9,989 $270,700 $50,000 $220,700
2024 $9,727 $263,900 $50,000 $213,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJGL2038792

Bright MLS

APN: 05-01603-0000-00006

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