NOT LISTED FOR SALE

297 Millstone River Rd Belle Mead, NJ 08502

Estimated Value: $1,002,017 - $1,067,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
-- Sq Ft
3.9 Acres

Last Sold April 02, 2021

Last sale price $690,000

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,511/month

268 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Montgomery Lower Mid School Rated A
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of April 2021

Soak up the ambiance and the relaxed pace of the country from this custom home surrounded by plenty of space and fresh air while still only minutes to Montgomery's highly ranked schools and conveniences. Exercise and relax in the privacy of your own backyard swimming pool or develop your equestrian and/or weekend warrior skills in a large masonry outbuilding that could serve for horses, hobbies, or as a garage. This substantial home is tucked down a long drive and features a deck perfect for casual entertaining alongside the pool and a large fenced pasture. Inside, an expanse of windows along the back of the home is designed to maximize sunshine throughout the day and take in the gentle vistas of preserved land. The ensuite in the master bedroom was renovated into a serene, relaxing bathroom in warm, understated tones. The walk-out lower level is smartly presented with recreational spaces plus a bedroom and bathroom, ideal for a nanny setup or weekend guests. The main living areas feature Brazilian cherry floors, beautifully appointed rooms, two fireplaces and plenty of room to entertain. Instantly friendly and inviting, here's that retreat in the country you've been looking for!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Curtis

Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #898424 Listed on: 03/30/2020

Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,496

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 3.9 Acre Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Pool

  • Private Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00006 02
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-23001-00006 02

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,496

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2020-03-30
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Soak up the ambiance and the relaxed pace of the country from this custom home surrounded by plenty of space and fresh air while still only minutes to Montgomery's highly ranked schools and conveniences. Exercise and relax in the privacy of your own backyard swimming pool or develop your equestrian and/or weekend warrior skills in a large masonry outbuilding that could serve for horses, hobbies, or as a garage. This substantial home is tucked down a long drive and features a deck perfect for casual entertaining alongside the pool and a large fenced pasture. Inside, an expanse of windows along the back of the home is designed to maximize sunshine throughout the day and take in the gentle vistas of preserved land. The ensuite in the master bedroom was renovated into a serene, relaxing bathroom in warm, understated tones. The walk-out lower level is smartly presented with recreational spaces plus a bedroom and bathroom, ideal for a nanny setup or weekend guests. The main living areas feature Brazilian cherry floors, beautifully appointed rooms, two fireplaces and plenty of room to entertain. Instantly friendly and inviting, here's that retreat in the country you've been looking for!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 297

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Mixed
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200397497
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 350600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 264600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.90
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 169884.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3252413
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19496.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-23001-00006 02
  • Tax Lot: 00006 02
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 04/02/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2020
Closed on
Mar 30, 2021
Sold by
Tucker Benjamin and Ohara Niamh
Bought by
Eisenberg Barry and Eisenberg Amy
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Curtis
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-4.83%
Total Days on Market
268
Current Estimated Value
$1,025,254

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$335,254
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.16%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2013
Closed on
Jul 15, 2013
Sold by
American International Relocation Soluti
Bought by
Tucker Benjamin and Hara Niamh O
Seller's Agent
Ellen Lefkowitz
BHHS Fox & Roach Princeton RE
Buyer's Agent
Marycoleen Grosso
Queenston Realty, LLC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-6.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.99%
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2013
Closed on
Jun 11, 2013
Sold by
Gruhn Jerzy and Karwacka Joanna
Bought by
American International Relocation Soluti
Seller's Agent
Ellen Lefkowitz
BHHS Fox & Roach Princeton RE
Buyer's Agent
Marycoleen Grosso
Queenston Realty, LLC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-6.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2009
Sold by
Gladstone Robert A and Gladstone Barbara C
Bought by
Gruhn Jerzy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1992
Sold by
Tobler Walter E and Tobler Eleanor C
Bought by
Gladstone Robert A and Gladstone Barbara C
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
Eisenberg Barry $690,000 None Available
Tucker Benjamin $745,000 Alta Title Insurance Commi
American International Relocation Soluti $745,000 None Available
Gruhn Jerzy $785,000 Fidelity National Title
Gladstone Robert A $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tucker Benjamin $75,000
Previous Owner Tucker Benjamin $625,500
Previous Owner Gruhn Jerzy $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2021 04/02/21 Sold $690,000 -4.8% --
12/24/2020 12/24/20 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2020 03/30/20 For Sale $725,000 -2.7% --
07/19/2013 07/19/13 Sold $745,000 -6.8% $206 / Sq Ft
06/18/2013 06/18/13 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2013 05/20/13 For Sale $799,000 -- $221 / 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 $21,077 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2023 $21,058 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2022 $19,822 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2021 $19,656 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2020 $19,496 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2019 $19,367 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2018 $18,917 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2017 $18,591 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2016 $18,265 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2015 $17,847 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
2014 $17,632 $615,200 $264,600 $350,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJSO112968

Bright MLS

APN: 13-23001-0000-00006-02