NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 Mercer St Hightstown, NJ 08520

Estimated Value: $409,000 - $538,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,377 Sq Ft
$201/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 20, 2024

Last sale price $400,000 $168 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,419/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Dual Staircase
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of June 2024

Please submit all offers by Weds 5/15 5 pm. Thank you.
Historical Charmer Awaits Your Restoration Dreams!
Calling all history buffs and renovation enthusiasts! This captivating turn-of-the-century home is yearning for a new chapter. Built-in 1895, this impressive residence boasts intricate architectural details, spacious rooms, 9ft ceilings, and a wealth of original character waiting to be rediscovered.
This home has a formal living room with a nonworking fireplace and pocket doors separating the dining area, perfect for grand gatherings (once restored). There is an eat-in kitchen with a back staircase, and wide plank hardwood floors throughout. There is a separate laundry room adjacent to a full bath. The large foyer has a staircase leading to three bedrooms, a large study area, and a full bath. The second-floor walk-up staircase leads to the attic with extensive storage. In the backyard is the detached garage with a driveway and off-street parking, a garden area, and a flowering tree.
While some renovations need to be done, there is a new furnace (2022) and water heater. All knob and tube electricity has been upgraded and the windows have been replaced. The possibilities are endless!
This property is in the downtown district of Historical Hightstown, close to local restaurants, shops, and public transportation.
Serious inquiries only. Property sold "as-is".
DO NOT SCHEDULE THROUGH SHOWING TIME. Schedule through the listing agent.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Raymond

(609) 203-6841 pattiraymond119@gmail.com Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC License #1755635 Listed on: 05/10/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Richard Avallone

(609) 819-5171 ravallone@gmail.com ERA Central Levinson License #1645777

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,802

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 7,344 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 48.00 x 153.00
  • Downtown Location
  • East Facing Home
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned R-3

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Fixer Upper
  • Combination Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,377 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Dual Staircase
  • Crown Molding
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement
  • Dirt Floor
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • On-Street Parking

Schools

  • Hightstown High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00020
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-00056-00020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,802

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-05-10
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Attic, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Study, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 1, Attic, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Dirt Floor, Combination
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2377
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2377
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 151.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2377
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable Tv Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: HIGHTSTOWN H.S.

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 48.00 x 153.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7344.00
  • Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Zoning Description: Residential

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: 10802.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04-00056-00020
  • Tax Lot: 00020
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EAST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2024
Closed on
Jun 18, 2024
Sold by
Robinson Susan Jeanne
Bought by
Guaman Diana and Guaman Duamel
Seller's Agent
Patti Raymond
Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Richard Avallone
ERA Central Levinson
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,100
11.14%
Views
158
Current Estimated Value
$478,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,441
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.95%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Outstanding Balance
$383,049
Interest Rate
7.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,392

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 1982
Bought by
Robinson James F and Susan Jeane
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Guaman Diana $400,000 Premier Abstract & Title
Robinson James F $64,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guaman Diana $388,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/20/2024 06/20/24 Sold $400,000 +11.1% $168 / Sq Ft
05/16/2024 05/16/24 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2024 05/10/24 For Sale $359,900 -- $151 / 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 $10,914 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2024 $10,803 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2023 $10,803 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2022 $10,429 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2021 $10,053 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2020 $9,823 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2019 $9,550 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2018 $9,271 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2017 $9,176 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2016 $9,095 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2015 $9,038 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
2014 $9,095 $222,600 $81,900 $140,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2042200

Bright MLS

APN: 04-00056-0000-00020