Laurie O'Neil
Keller Williams Premier
(848) 253-6435
67 Total Sales
1 in Princeton
$570,000 Price
253 Christopher Dr Princeton, NJ 08540
Princeton AreaEstimated Value: $2,035,288
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,994
Sq Ft
$510/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- Commercial Range
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Johnson Park School Rated A+
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2022Fantastic Ettl Farm home in pristine condition and wonderful location backing to common area. This Sterling model offers a floor plan with large formal rooms, a beautiful two story family room adjacent to the upgraded kitchen, a study with built-ins, four bedrooms and 3.5 upgraded baths. Other kitchen features include granite countertops, top of the line appliances (Viking range and Viking built-in refrigerator, new stainless steel double ovens), a large pantry and recessed lighting. The stucco house complements the lush landscaping and blooming trees. Access to the large paver patio and fenced in yard is through the kitchen or the french doors from the family room. A finished basement offers additional living space. Gleaming hardwood floors, new roof. Don't miss it!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 921-1900 jburke@weichertrealtors.net Weichert Realtors - Princeton Listed on: 10/31/2022
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $27,372
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 22,651 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R1AH
HOA Fees
- $25 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,994 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Central Vacuum
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Brick Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Commercial Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Tennis Courts
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Johnson Park Elementary School
- Prin. Midd Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance
- Built by TOLL BROTHERS
- Ettl Farm Subdivision, Sterling Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-06103-00013
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 31, 2022
Closed on
Oct 27, 2022
Sold by
Cao Guang and Cao Huijin
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Beatrice Bloom
Weichert Realtors - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Hong Xiao
Realty Mark Central, LLC
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.63%
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
$450,288
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.60%
Original Mortgage
$985,000
Outstanding Balance
$922,878
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,112,410
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2008
Sold by
Fitts Renee A and Botstein David
Bought by
Cao Guang and Huijin Dong
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 2003
Sold by
Chan Colin
Bought by
Fitts Renee and Botstein David
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 1996
Sold by
Hunt Princeton
Bought by
Colin Chao
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,585,000 | Title Authority | ||
| Cao Guang | $1,250,000 | -- | |
| Fitts Renee | $1,160,000 | -- | |
| Colin Chao | $631,049 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $985,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Cao Guang | $600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2022 10/31/22 | Sold | $1,585,000 | -0.6% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2022 10/31/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/31/2022 10/31/22 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | -- | $399 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $30,672 | $1,122,300 | $502,000 | $620,300 |
| 2025 | $30,672 | $1,122,300 | $502,000 | $620,300 |
| 2024 | $28,215 | $1,122,300 | $502,000 | $620,300 |
| 2023 | $28,215 | $1,122,300 | $502,000 | $620,300 |
| 2022 | $27,294 | $1,122,300 | $502,000 | $620,300 |
| 2021 | $28,592 | $1,172,300 | $552,000 | $620,300 |
| 2020 | $28,370 | $1,172,300 | $552,000 | $620,300 |
| 2019 | $27,807 | $1,172,300 | $552,000 | $620,300 |
| 2018 | $27,184 | $1,165,700 | $552,000 | $613,700 |
| 2017 | $26,811 | $1,165,700 | $552,000 | $613,700 |
| 2016 | $26,391 | $1,165,700 | $552,000 | $613,700 |
| 2015 | $25,785 | $1,165,700 | $552,000 | $613,700 |
| 2014 | $25,471 | $1,165,700 | $552,000 | $613,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Beatrice Bloom
Seller's Agent in 2022
Beatrice Bloom
Weichert Corporate
(609) 577-2989
120 Total Sales
-
Hong Xiao
HX
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Hong Xiao
Realty Mark Central, LLC
(609) 947-5643
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2024094
APN: 14-06103-0000-00013
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