NOT LISTED FOR SALE

26 Birchwood Ct Princeton Junction, NJ 08550

Estimated Value: $1,092,000 - $1,480,186

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,474 Sq Ft
$387/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2020

Last sale price $815,000 $235 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,139/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concrete Pool
  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • 1.3 Acre Lot
  • Maurice Hawk Elementary School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Dual Staircase

About This Home

As of August 2020

Serenely nestled on over an acre of lush greenery, surrounded by mature trees, adjoining preserved space, and sited at the end of a cul-de-sac rests this most unique, attractive, and well-appointed colonial style home that exudes a New England flair. The alluring curb appeal with its manicured landscaping will entice you up and onto the large covered front porch. Inside, on the main level as you enter into the two story foyer outfitted with slate flooring, and beautiful decorative millwork, you'll a find formal living room and formal dining room with chair rail, crown and dentil moldings, a dedicated office with chair rail atop wood wainscoting and also featuring custom built-ins, an in-law area with its own entrance and private full bath. The gourmet kitchen features, custom cherry cabinetry, granite counter tops, tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, professional range drafting to the outside, wall-mounted pot filler, a second wall oven, warming drawer, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher all of the stainless steel variety, as well as a pantry with an abundance of storage opportunities, and a uniquely shaped peninsula, providing additional seating that adjoins to the spacious family room with a gorgeous wall of windows and magnificent custom built-ins (including an amazing wine fridge) which are all further enhanced by the brick fireplace with a raised granite topped hearth. This main level also includes a laundry room, back staircase, inside access to the garage, multiple access points to the deck, a total of 1 full and 2 half baths are thoughtfully and conveniently located on this level. All rooms, aside from baths, on this level have oak hardwood flooring. Upstairs hosts the spacious master suite with a walk-in closet that is in itself the size of bedroom, a sitting area, and an exercise area that could easily be altered to become a nursery, additional office space, studio space, etc. and even hosts a little kitchenette area. The master bath is gorgeous and spa-like in nature with its finely detailed, huge, custom crafted shower featuring a rounded glass block wall, decorative, granite-topped dual vanity, separate water closet with pocket door, and a linen closet. The two additional bedrooms upstairs are spacious with abundant closet space, hardwood flooring, and sharing a very spacious, updated bathroom with jetted tub, decorative tile work with tiled cubbies and shelving. The extra large basement provides abundant storage opportunities, as well as a finished game room. Outside space is beautifully enhanced with such amenities as a newly refinished deck that is partially covered, looks out upon a fenced backyard beautified by mature trees backing to green space, a luxurious, heated built-in pool surrounded by an intricately detailed paver patio area. Throughout this home you will find an abundance of recessed lighting, fascinating window arrangements, wall-mounted sconces, built-in speaker system, security system, pocket doors, and numerous other nuances. This home has been freshly painted in a soft-toned palette that is warm and welcoming. There are 3 brand new a/c compressors, and a solar panel system that provides energy credits as well as efficiency. The attached garage has inside access, remote openers, and has also been freshly painted. This home, while being only minutes to the train station, major roadways, shopping, schools, and entertainment hubs offers a quiet, calming, peaceful respite that is comparable to no other. You will no doubt find this home to be unique, comforting, and one you will be proud to call "home." This home is one you can Live in, Work from, Play in, Relax in and be surrounded by fabulous fauna and foliage. You will not find another home like this anywhere!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Goodwine

(609) 273-8432 goodwine4re@yahoo.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville License #560569 Listed on: 06/05/2020

BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville

Last Buyer's Agent

Ellen Calman

(609) 577-5777 ellen@ellencalman.com Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton License #8936410

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,406

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1.3 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Private Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-20

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,474 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Home Gym
  • Views of Woods
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Flood Lights

Pool

  • Concrete Pool
  • Filtered Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Schools

  • W.W.P.H.S.-South Campus High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Birchwood Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00006
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-00016 05-00006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,406

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: all appliances as currently exist
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2020-06-05
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Slate
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French, Six Panel, Storm
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Exercise Room, Office
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3474
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3474
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 240.36
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3474
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, Filtered, In Ground, Heated
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Multi Units, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

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: W.W.P.H.S.-SOUTH CAMPUS

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 522300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 286000.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.30
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 56628.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2182704
  • Tax Annual Amount: 22406.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-00016 05-00006
  • Tax Lot: 00006
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2020
Closed on
Aug 28, 2020
Sold by
Stomber James F and Stomber Kathy J
Bought by
Murphy Henry B and Murphy Eileen Mary
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Goodwine
BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Calman
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
List Price
$835,000
Sold Price
$815,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.4%
Current Estimated Value
$1,343,547

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$528,547
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2008
Sold by
Charles C Morgan Trs
Bought by
Stomber James and Stomber Kathy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1990
Sold by
Renna Eugene A and Renna Aprile A
Bought by
Morgan Charles C and Morgan Lois A
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
Murphy Henry B $815,000 Prestige Title Agency
Stomber James $888,000 --
Morgan Charles C $430,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stomber James $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2020 08/28/20 Sold $815,000 -2.4% $235 / Sq Ft
07/08/2020 07/08/20 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2020 06/05/20 For Sale $835,000 -- $240 / 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 $24,774 $808,300 $286,000 $557,300
2024 $23,740 $808,300 $286,000 $557,300
2023 $23,740 $843,300 $286,000 $557,300
2022 $23,279 $808,300 $0 $0
2021 $23,085 $808,300 $0 $0
2020 $22,665 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2019 $22,406 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2018 $22,196 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2017 $21,735 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2016 $21,266 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2015 $20,773 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
2014 $20,531 $808,300 $286,000 $522,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME295656

Bright MLS

APN: 13-00016-05-00006