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Seller's Agent in 2020
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
286 Old Somerset Rd Watchung, NJ 07069
Estimated Value: $3,303,000 - $4,289,000
7
Beds
8.5
Baths
--
Sq Ft
1.78
Acres
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Outdoor Pool
- Custom Home
- Bayberry Elementary School Rated A-
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace in Bathroom
About This Home
As of August 2020Exquisite French Manor Home, on 1.78 private, lush acres of captivating gardens. It offers masterful design, exceptional craftsmanship & superbly elegant detailing. Saltwater pool, paver patios. Elegant foyer with hand crafted circular staircase, elevator. Opulent Living and Dining Rooms for elegant entertaining. English style Library/office w/ fireplace, wet bar. Coffered ceiling Family Room with fireplace, in law suite w/ full bath. Superior kitchen w/ casual dining area, center island. Serene grand bedroom suite with fireplace, balcony, dual bathroom with two showers, fireplace, sitting room, adjacent office. Five additional ensuite bedrooms. Entertainment level with wine cellar, workout room, office with full bath, entertainment room with fireplace and full bar, theatre. 3 two car garages.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Listed on: 07/17/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Listed on: 07/17/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $39,165
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 1.78 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Dog Run
- Privacy Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 6 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
- Paver Block
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slate Roof
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Shades
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library with Fireplace
- Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Home Gym
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Attic
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Microwave
- Free-Standing Freezer
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Powder Room
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Fireplace in Bathroom
- Bidet
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Spa
- Heated Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Bayberry Elementary School
- Vally View Middle School
- Watchung High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Standard Electricity
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2721-07100-0000-00001-0002-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Oct 7, 2020
Sold by
Standish Joan
Bought by
Wong David and Hao Xin
Seller's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$3,200,000
Sold Price
$2,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-10.16%
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
$845,566
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.15%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Aug 28, 2020
Sold by
Standish Joan
Bought by
Wong David and Hao Xin
Seller's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$3,200,000
Sold Price
$2,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-10.16%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2007
Sold by
Standish Mark and Standish Joan
Bought by
Standish Joan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2004
Sold by
K & R Somerset Llc
Bought by
Standish Mark and Standish Joan
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong David | $2,875,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Wong David | $2,875,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Wong David | $2,875,000 | Pls Title & Settlement | |
| Standish Joan | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Standish Mark | $3,200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | Sold | $2,875,000 | -10.2% | -- |
| 08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2020 07/17/20 | For Sale | $3,200,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Garden State 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 | $49,702 | $2,687,100 | $628,400 | $2,058,700 |
| 2024 | $49,702 | $2,487,600 | $587,300 | $1,900,300 |
| 2023 | $48,255 | $2,364,300 | $554,100 | $1,810,200 |
| 2022 | $48,050 | $2,287,000 | $538,000 | $1,749,000 |
| 2021 | $47,497 | $2,213,300 | $522,000 | $1,691,300 |
| 2020 | $38,793 | $1,823,000 | $522,000 | $1,301,000 |
| 2019 | $39,166 | $1,887,500 | $522,000 | $1,365,500 |
| 2018 | $38,327 | $1,925,000 | $549,500 | $1,375,500 |
| 2017 | $42,370 | $2,141,000 | $538,800 | $1,602,200 |
| 2016 | $44,020 | $2,105,200 | $532,500 | $1,572,700 |
| 2015 | $46,568 | $2,198,700 | $626,400 | $1,572,300 |
| 2014 | $45,230 | $2,160,000 | $626,400 | $1,533,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3649287
APN: 21-07100-0000-00001-02
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