NOT LISTED FOR SALE

288 Mount Lucas Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $979,000 - $1,125,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
$494/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2023

Last sale price $999,900 $476 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,720/month

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Community Park Elementary School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2023

Welcome to this lovingly maintained and beautifully updated home in a desirable North Princeton neighborhood, where you can enjoy the best of both worlds: a peaceful and private setting on a 0.34 acre lot surrounded by mature trees, and a convenient location close to everything you need. This 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home has been beautifully updated with modern features and finishes throughout. You will love the bright and open floor plan that offers plenty of room for entertaining and relaxing. The large living room features a cozy fireplace and hardwood floors. The fully remodeled kitchen is a chef’s dream, with new Samsung & GE appliances, miele dishwasher, center island, quartz counters, and ample cabinet space. The kitchen opens to the dining room, creating a seamless flow for hosting guests. The sunroom is a highlight of this home, with skylights and two walls of windows that bring in natural light and views of the backyard. The main level also has a remodeled powder room for your convenience. Upstairs, you will find the primary bedroom suite, which boasts two large closets and a gorgeous primary bath with a tiled shower and a vanity with quartz top. The second floor also has two more spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors and large closets, and a remodeled main bath with a tub/shower combo and a vanity with quartz top. The lower level offers more living space with a partially finished basement that features a recreation room, an office, and a large storage room with laundry. Outside, you will love the private and serene backyard with a blue stone patio, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The property also has a brick paver walkway in the front, a 1-car garage, and a newer roof. This home is located in the highly rated Princeton school system and is close to shopping, dining, entertainment, parks, and major highways. Don’t miss this opportunity to own this beautiful home in Princeton!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Harveen Bhatla

Keller Williams Premier Listed on: 06/16/2023

Keller Williams Premier

Co-Listed By

William Usab

Keller Williams Premier

Last Buyer's Agent

Rachna Nuthra

RealtyMark Select LLC License #1006193

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,139

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R6

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Storage Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • John Witherspoon Middle School
  • Princeton High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00010
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-05404-00010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,139

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Fireplace has not been inspected, but offered AS-IS. Floors offered "as is".
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2520
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2100
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 535.71
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1680
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 420
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 420
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 840
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 288

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: Shingle Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

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: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • Middle School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396175
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14810.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: R6

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14139.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-05404-00010
  • Tax Lot: 00010
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1680
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 11/15/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2023
Closed on
Nov 1, 2023
Sold by
Winawer Hinda and Winawer Norbert A
Bought by
Luthra Deepak and Luthra Kanika Deepak
Seller's Agent
Harveen Bhatla
Keller Williams Premier
Buyer's Agent
Rachna Nuthra
RealtyMark Select LLC
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$999,900
Premium/Discount to List
$99,900
11.1%
Total Days on Market
73
Views
143
Current Estimated Value
$1,036,735

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,835
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.61%
Original Mortgage
$849,915
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Luthra Deepak -- Main Street Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Luthra Deepak $852,500
Closed Luthra Deepak $849,915
Previous Owner Winawer Hinda $246,000
Previous Owner Winawer Hinda $253,586
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2023 11/15/23 Sold $999,900 +11.1% $476 / Sq Ft
08/28/2023 08/28/23 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2023 08/10/23 For Sale $900,000 0.0% $429 / Sq Ft
06/22/2023 06/22/23 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2023 06/16/23 For Sale $900,000 -- $429 / 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
2024 $14,616 $611,300 $348,000 $263,300
2023 $14,616 $581,400 $348,000 $233,400
2022 $14,140 $581,400 $348,000 $233,400
2021 $14,180 $581,400 $348,000 $233,400
2020 $14,070 $581,400 $348,000 $233,400
2019 $13,176 $555,500 $348,000 $207,500
2018 $12,954 $555,500 $348,000 $207,500
2017 $12,777 $555,500 $348,000 $207,500
2016 $12,144 $536,400 $333,000 $203,400
2015 $11,865 $536,400 $333,000 $203,400
2014 $11,720 $536,400 $333,000 $203,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2030676

Bright MLS

APN: 14-05404-0000-00010