Elisabeth Kerr
Responds Quickly
Corcoran Sawyer Smith - Pennington
(609) 745-0243
116 Total Sales
1 in Princeton
$1,300,000 Price
285 Brooks Bend Princeton, NJ 08540
Princeton AreaEstimated Value: $2,641,079
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
--
Sq Ft
2.65
Acre Lot
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Johnson Park School Rated A+
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2016Majestic evergreens and lush specimen trees present an arboretum-like setting for this stunning modern house in one of Princeton Township's most coveted neighborhoods in the Pretty Brook area. Tucked away on a quiet street and beautifully sited on over 2.5 acres, this setting provides total privacy for this classic modern home. Originally designed by a prominent architect for his own residence and recently expanded and updated by its present owner, this one-story home is ideally suited for displaying a collection of art. A spacious foyer introduces the large, light-filled rooms with twelve foot ceilings and walls of glass framing the garden, bluestone terrace, pool and gazebo. A recently added wing offers a light-filled gallery space with access to a sumptuous master bedroom suite and the outdoor pool. Come see this unique flexible floor plan, ideal for easy living or large-scale entertaining.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 924-1600 wendy.merkovitz@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton License #7869162 Listed on: 04/12/2016
Last Buyer's Agent
(609) 921-1050 info@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #9233624
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $38,637
Year Built
- Built in 1988 | Remodeled in 2004
Lot Details
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- South Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R1
HOA Fees
- $125 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 1 Level
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Skylights
- Marble Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Johnson Park Elementary School
- J Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance
- $6,000 Other One-Time Fees
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00002
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-05002-00002
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2016
Closed on
Nov 14, 2016
Sold by
Baum Dorothy R and Baum Steven M
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Judith Stier
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Goldman
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$1,875,000
Sold Price
$1,780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-5.07%
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
$861,079
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,300,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,012,374
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,628,705
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2016
Closed on
Oct 24, 2016
Sold by
Baum Dorothy R and Baum Steven M
Bought by
Glodman C David
Seller's Agent
Judith Stier
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Goldman
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$1,875,000
Sold Price
$1,780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-5.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,300,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,012,374
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,628,705
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 16, 2008
Sold by
Baum Steven M and Baum Dorothy R
Bought by
Baum Dorothy R
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Elisabeth Kerr
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-
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Darlene Mayernik
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,780,000 | None Available | ||
| Glodman C David | $1,780,000 | Old Republic Natl Title Ins | |
| Baum Dorothy R | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,300,000 | ||
| Closed | Glodman C David | $1,300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2016 10/26/16 | Sold | $1,780,000 | -5.1% | -- |
| 07/08/2016 07/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2016 04/12/16 | For Sale | $1,875,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $44,152 | $1,615,500 | $864,000 | $751,500 |
| 2025 | $44,152 | $1,615,500 | $864,000 | $751,500 |
| 2024 | $40,614 | $1,615,500 | $864,000 | $751,500 |
| 2023 | $40,614 | $1,615,500 | $864,000 | $751,500 |
| 2022 | $39,289 | $1,615,500 | $864,000 | $751,500 |
| 2021 | $40,926 | $1,678,000 | $926,500 | $751,500 |
| 2020 | $40,608 | $1,678,000 | $926,500 | $751,500 |
| 2019 | $39,351 | $1,659,000 | $926,500 | $732,500 |
| 2018 | $40,460 | $1,735,000 | $926,500 | $808,500 |
| 2017 | $39,252 | $1,706,600 | $926,500 | $780,100 |
| 2016 | $38,637 | $1,706,600 | $926,500 | $780,100 |
| 2015 | $37,750 | $1,706,600 | $926,500 | $780,100 |
| 2014 | $36,933 | $1,690,300 | $926,500 | $763,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Judith Stier
Seller's Agent in 2016
Judith Stier
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 921-2600
20 Total Sales
-
Cheryl Goldman
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Cheryl Goldman
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 439-9072
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003884201
APN: 14-05002-0000-00002
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