$537,000
SOLD FEB 14, 2025

29 W Grochowiak St South River, NJ 08882

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,395 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$385 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Custom Home
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Quartz Countertops
  • New Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to this turnkey gorgeous and meticulously kept classic and spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath custom home located on one of South River's most desirable blocks. Situated in a friendly well-established neighborhood, this property offers the perfect blend of traditional charm and modern updates. Rich hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, adds warmth and character to the home as does the new open kitchen with gold-colored accents, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and gleaming cabinets. Other great features include newer bathrooms, newer roof, siding and windows, large basement with walkout for added storage, a workshop, or even additional living space. Minutes from NJTPK, Rt 18, restaurants, commerce and transportation to NYC. Schedule your tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marie Ladolcetta

C21 Thomson & Co. Brokerage Phone: 732-245-5238 License #1969529

Last Buyer's Agent

Engy Shehata

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,653

Year Built

  • 1954

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 132
  • Fenced
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Blinds
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • New Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 23-00164-02-00022

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,653

Year Built

1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 732-245-5238
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back to Woods, Fenced Area
  • Inclusions: AC Units, Washer, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Microwave, Stove, Refrigerator
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Reso Flooring: Cement
  • Reso Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
  • New Construction: No
  • Contract Info New Construction: No
  • General Property Info Waterview: No
  • General Property Info Fireplace: No
  • General Property Info Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info HOA: No
  • General Property Info Pool: No
  • WaterSewer Public Sewer: Yes
  • Kitchen Quartz: Yes
  • General Property Info Acreage: 0.04
  • General Property Info Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132
  • General Property Info Farm: No
  • Kitchen Newer: Yes
  • Roof Shingled: Yes
  • Lot Description Back to Woods: Yes
  • Lot Description Fenced Area: Yes
  • Included Stove: Yes
  • WaterSewer Public Water: Yes
  • Water Heater Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Parking Asphalt: Yes
  • General Property Info Handicap Access: No
  • Included BlindsShades: Yes
  • Included Light Fixtures: Yes
  • Garage None4: Yes
  • Number Appliances Included A C Units: Yes
  • Included Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • GreatFamily Room Floor - Wood5: Yes
  • Kitchen Breakfast Cntr: Yes
  • Kitchen Floor - Wood4: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1954

Interior Features

  • Basement: Bilco Style Doors, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Stories: 2
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.04
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: Personal property
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Covered
  • Features Exterior:Porch Covered: Yes
  • Construction:Siding - Vinyl: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, None
  • General Property Info:Garage: No
  • Parking Driveway: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Hot Water: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742.4
  • Parcel #: 23-00164-02-00022
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5653.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 13, 2024
Closed on
Jan 28, 2025
Sold by
Bretz Marc J and Draiss Abigail E
Bought by
Ali Ehtsham and Khan Balal
Seller's Agent
Marie Ladolcetta
C21 Thomson & Co.
Buyer's Agent
Engy Shehata
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$537,000
Premium/Discount to List
$42,000
8.48%
Total Days on Market
40
Views
112

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-27.09%
Original Mortgage
$456,450
Outstanding Balance
$456,069
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$43,289

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2023
Sold by
Middlesex County Sheriffs
Bought by
Ostrowsky Henry J and United States Of America

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,440
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2008
Sold by
Ostrowsky Henry J
Bought by
Ostrowsky Henry J

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $537,000 Providence Abstract
Deed $537,000 Providence Abstract
Sheriffs Deed $239,804 Madison Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $456,450 New Conventional
Closed $456,450 New Conventional
Previous Owner $255,440 New Conventional
Previous Owner $315,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Sold $537,000 +8.5% $385 / Sq Ft
12/27/2024 12/27/24 Pending -- -- --
12/13/2024 12/13/24 For Sale $495,000 0.0% $355 / Sq Ft
11/23/2024 11/23/24 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2024 11/16/24 For Sale $495,000 +10.5% $355 / Sq Ft
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Sold $448,000 +1.8% $293 / Sq Ft
04/24/2023 04/24/23 Price Changed $439,900 -2.2% $288 / Sq Ft
03/08/2023 03/08/23 For Sale $449,900 -- $294 / Sq Ft
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

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 $5,653 $291,900 $128,000 $163,900
2023 $5,653 $238,900 $128,000 $110,900
2022 $5,550 $238,900 $128,000 $110,900
2021 $3,939 $238,900 $128,000 $110,900
2020 $5,214 $238,900 $128,000 $110,900
2019 $5,461 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
2018 $5,080 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
2017 $4,885 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
2016 $4,941 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
2015 $4,580 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
2014 $4,469 $66,300 $21,000 $45,300
Source: Public Records

Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 22432947

MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

APN: 23-00164-02-00022