Seller's Agent in 2018
Lynda Schreiber
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
(609) 638-5933
12 in this area
106 Total Sales
28 Avalon Rd Pennington, NJ 08534
Estimated Value: $896,963 - $1,004,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,654
Sq Ft
$353/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Hopewell Valley Central High School Rated A
- Attic
- Skylights
About This Home
As of July 2018Hopewell Township. Located in "Mershon Chase" at Brandon Farms, this expanded "Vandenburg" Model offers classic comfort and charming curb appeal. Decorated in neutral tones accented by pops of color, this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial with country style front porch, grand entry foyer amidst vaulted ceilings, decorative moldings and picture-framed staircase welcomes you home. 1st floor features: 9 Ft ceilings, crown & chair rail moldings and is equipped with tasteful recessed lighting throughout. Formal living room flows into the formal dining room, allowing for gatherings on a large or intimate scale with ease. Gourmet kitchen features an abundance of cabinets, center island with salad sink, pantry, and a 14 x 10 spacious eating area with access to 14 x 14 deck with paved patio below. Adorned in an abundance of windows, spend winter evenings sitting by the wood burning fireplace in the sunken family room watching the game or movie. Private powder room for guests, laundry and ample 2 car attached garage complete 1st floor. 2nd floor features: Master suite with vaulted ceiling, 10 x 8 sitting room, stall shower and deluxe bath with garden soaking tub. 3 spacious additional bedrooms and full bath with skylight completes the 2nd level. The full finished, English style walkout basement offers many possibilities- delightful office space, incredible game and exercise areas plus 20 x 13 storage room. Newer roof, central vac, fenced rear yard and all appliances, window treatments and lighting fixtures are included. Ideally located in the neighborhood; the lot on which the home sits is removed from main streets eliminating traffic providing a perfect setting in a great community. Award Winning Hopewell Valley Schools! Enjoy walking & biking to nearby shopping/dining - all very close by. Perfect location for commuting -I95, I295, Rt.31 & Route 1 are moments away. Trains into Philly, NYC and Trenton/Mercer Airport are easily accessible. Close to BMS R & D, Merrill Lynch, Capital Health, Educational Testing Services, College of New Jersey and Rider University. A short drive into the cosmopolitan, college town of Princeton offers many additional options for theatre and sports. Enjoy a day near the Delaware River in Washington Crossing, Lambertville or New Hope. The seller has had many fond memories here and hopes you, the next buyer will too! Don't let this inspired home pass you by. It's just a sale away!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 638-5933 lsatweidel@aol.com Corcoran Sawyer Smith License #8836783 Listed on: 02/06/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,972
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R-5
HOA Fees
- $28 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,654 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Central Vacuum
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Schools
- Stony Brook Elementary School
- Timberlane Middle School
- Central High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Built by RYAN HOMES
- Mershon Chase Subdivision, Vandenburg Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00004
- Assessor Parcel Number 06-00078 22-00004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 6, 2018
Closed on
Jul 6, 2018
Sold by
Gasparro Frank and Gasparro Linda
Bought by
Sekkappan Balakrishan and Sekkappan Ala Melu
Seller's Agent
Lynda Schreiber
Corcoran Sawyer Smith
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Polak
Weichert Realtors - Flemington Circle
List Price
$624,900
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,900
-8.79%
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
$366,741
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%
Original Mortgage
$513,000
Outstanding Balance
$444,591
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$492,150
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2002
Sold by
Tellew John
Bought by
Gasparro Frank and Gasparro Linda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
6.61%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2002
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
6.61%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 1997
Sold by
Nvr Homes Inc
Bought by
Tellew John and Leonardo Nerissa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 1997
Sold by
Hovnanian K
Bought by
Nvr Homes
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sekkappan Balakrishan | $570,000 | Providence Abstract Llc | |
| Gasparro Frank | $485,050 | -- | |
| -- | $485,100 | -- | |
| Tellew John | $253,280 | -- | |
| Nvr Homes | $85,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sekkappan Balakrishan | $513,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gasparro Frank | $285,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2018 07/17/18 | Sold | $570,000 | -1.6% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2018 06/06/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | Price Changed | $579,000 | -5.9% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | Price Changed | $615,000 | -1.6% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | For Sale | $624,900 | 0.0% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2018 03/23/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/06/2018 02/06/18 | For Sale | $624,900 | -- | $235 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $17,155 | $543,400 | $213,800 | $329,600 |
| 2024 | $16,123 | $543,400 | $213,800 | $329,600 |
| 2023 | $16,123 | $527,600 | $198,000 | $329,600 |
| 2022 | $15,791 | $527,600 | $198,000 | $329,600 |
| 2021 | $15,375 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2020 | $15,003 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2019 | $14,636 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2018 | $14,364 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2017 | $13,972 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2016 | $13,208 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2015 | $13,344 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
| 2014 | $13,068 | $502,600 | $173,000 | $329,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lynda Schreiber
-
Dorothy Polak
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Dorothy Polak
Weichert Corporate
(609) 357-8436
9 in this area
62 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000122070
APN: 06-00078-22-00004
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