NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 Hawthorne Ave Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $919,000 - $1,155,347

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
$283/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 04, 2019

Last sale price $731,000

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,129/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Community Park Elementary School Rated A+
  • Living Room
  • 3-minute walk to Quarry Park

About This Home

As of April 2019

Welcome to 253 Hawthorne Ave, a unique redesign of a property that respects the old but embraces today s lifestyle. As you enter the property, you are greeted by the natural light that pours in from the skylight on the second floor, the windows located in the rear of the home and the front entry windows. Note, the original shelves on either side of the entry. Just off the entry, is a vestibule and the half bath. The kitchen is the heart of the home with its large Ceasar Stone topped island, which is perfect for food prep, eating and gathering around. The stainless steel appliances gleam. The pendants over the island and sink prep area add ambiance and style. Granite counters provide more prep area. The back splash tile brings a cool design element with its stone and glass tile combination. The Living room and kitchen are separated by original columns and low book shelves. The current owner added the stylish gas fireplace with stone tile surround, built-ins and book cases. One of the built-ins has an ingenious pull out audio visual storage. Large picture windows bring more light in. The dining room is large and has recessed lighting like most of the home. Three bedrooms including the master suite can be found on the second floor. The Master has a walk in closet, and a separate California Closet storage system for more hanging space. The master bath has a double vanity and large shower. There is also useful built in shelving. The third bedroom is currently used as an office but all cabinets can be easily removed. The basement is excellent for storage and provides access to the one car garage. The Paramount waterproofing system in the basement has a transferable lifetime warranty. The laundry is on first floor just off kitchen. The home has a charming patio and garden beds full of perennial plants which provide a wonderful show. Close to downtown, shopping center, schools and university, you really are in the center of it all! All you need to do is unpack!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ingela Kostenbader

Queenston Realty, LLC License #344850 Listed on: 01/18/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Carolyn Spohn

Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #8837382

Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,381

Year Built

  • Built in 1954 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

  • 6,966 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $283 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Improved Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Schools

  • Community Park Elementary School
  • John Witherspoon Middle School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Association fees include insurance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00049 01
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-00031 03-00049 01-C01

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,381

Year Built

Built in 1954 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$283 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Year Renovated: 2006
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 253 Hawthorne Ave, a unique redesign of a property that respects the old but embraces today s lifestyle. As you enter the property, you are greeted by the natural light that pours in from the skylight on the second floor, the windows located in the rear of the home and the front entry windows. Note, the original shelves on either side of the entry. Just off the entry, is a vestibule and the half bath. The kitchen is the heart of the home with its large Ceasar Stone topped island, which is perfect for food prep, eating and gathering around. The stainless steel appliances gleam. The pendants over the island and sink prep area add ambiance and style. Granite counters provide more prep area. The back splash tile brings a cool design element with its stone and glass tile combination. The Living room and kitchen are separated by original columns and low book shelves. The current owner added the stylish gas fireplace with stone tile surround, built-ins and book cases. One of the built-ins has an ingenious pull out audio visual storage. Large picture windows bring more light in. The dining room is large and has recessed lighting like most of the home. Three bedrooms including the master suite can be found on the second floor. The Master has a walk in closet, and a separate California Closet storage system for more hanging space. The master bath has a double vanity and large shower. There is also useful built in shelving. The third bedroom is currently used as an office but all cabinets can be easily removed. The basement is excellent for storage and provides access to the one car garage. The Paramount waterproofing system in the basement has a transferable lifetime warranty. The laundry is on first floor just off kitchen. The home has a charming patio and garden beds full of perennial plants which provide a wonderful show. Close to downtown, shopping center, schools and university, you really are in the center of it all! All you need to do is unpack!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Improved
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half 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 Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

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: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 850.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Insurance
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: COMMUNITY PARK E.S.
  • Middle School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396175
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: COMMUNITY PARK E.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 157800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 416000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6966.00
  • Zoning: R

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4866090
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13381.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-00031 03-00049 01-C01
  • Tax Lot: 00049 01
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 04/04/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2019
Closed on
Apr 4, 2019
Sold by
Vincent Laposta Lori and Vincent La Posta
Bought by
Fischetti Salvatore and Dobson Sarah
Seller's Agent
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Carolyn Spohn
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$731,000
Premium/Discount to List
$32,000
4.58%
Current Estimated Value
$1,024,782

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$293,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$657,900
Outstanding Balance
$580,741
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$444,041

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2008
Sold by
Lori J Kost Trs
Bought by
Kost Lori J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2006
Sold by
Thoft Kirsten
Bought by
Kost Lori

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
6.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2001
Sold by
Miller Violet
Bought by
Thoft Kirsten and Nadeau Theodore

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
7.08%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fischetti Salvatore $731,000 Old Republic Title Ins Co
Kost Lori J -- --
Kost Lori $620,000 --
Thoft Kirsten $350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fischetti Salvatore $657,900
Previous Owner Kost Lori J $362,000
Previous Owner Kost Lori J $378,000
Previous Owner Kost Lori $412,000
Previous Owner Thoft Kirsten $280,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2019 04/04/19 Sold $731,000 +4.6% --
01/24/2019 01/24/19 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2019 01/18/19 For Sale $699,000 -- --
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 $15,280 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2024 $14,425 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2023 $14,425 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2022 $13,955 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2021 $13,995 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2020 $13,886 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2019 $13,611 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2018 $13,381 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2017 $13,197 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2016 $12,991 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2015 $12,692 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
2014 $12,538 $573,800 $416,000 $157,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME204284

Bright MLS

APN: 14-00031-03-00049-01-C01