38 Governors Ln Unit 38 Princeton, NJ 08540
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,607
Sq Ft
$825/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Littlebrook Elementary School Rated A+
About This Home
As of July 2022Absolutely Immaculate, Elegant, and in a Class by itself. This 3 bedrooms/ 3.1 bath luxurious end unit townhouse now is available in the prestigious Governors Lane neighborhood. This distinctive community surrounded by 20 acres of open space and tree-lined streets is located on a distinguished park setting with meandering walkways, benches, and garden courts. Inside, style and value are what you find as you walk in the center hall entry. Impressed with the classic finished living room with fireplace, a glass conservatory adjoining to the formal dining room provides a lot of natural light, and the eat-in kitchen upgraded with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed lights with SS appliance on the 1st floor. The second floor is designed as a spacious master suite features a professional finished study room with bookshelves built-ins and fireplace, a dressing area with ample closets, and two renovated master baths. The third floor features two bedrooms with large closets and a full bath. The Partially finished basement provides a spacious entertainment area and large storage room. Mahogany hardwood floors and recessed lights throughout 1st and 2nd levels. Private garden/patio connected to a large 2 car garage. Top ranked Littlebrook school in the excellent Princeton School District. Minutes from Princeton Shopping Center and the rich culture of downtown. Enjoy the best Princeton has to offer!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,429
Year Built
- Built in 1993
HOA Fees
- $825 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,607 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 4 Levels
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Schools
- Littlebrook Elementary School
- Princeton Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-05601-00014 38
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, trash, snow removal, exterior building maintenance
- $6,000 Other One-Time Fees
- Governors Lane Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2022
Closed on
Jul 5, 2022
Sold by
Fangfei Ding
Bought by
Naqi Hasnain
Seller's Agent
Yi Shen
Queenston Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Amjad Thariani
Century 21 Abrams & Associates, Inc.
List Price
$1,039,000
Sold Price
$999,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,001
-3.75%
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
$269,569
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$799,999
Outstanding Balance
$767,386
Interest Rate
5.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$472,748
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 16, 2017
Closed on
May 2, 2017
Sold by
Shriver Peter H
Bought by
Ding Fang Fei
Seller's Agent
John Terebey
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Yi Shen
Queenston Realty, LLC
List Price
$898,000
Sold Price
$877,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,500
-2.28%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2013
Closed on
Jun 21, 2013
Sold by
Lipnick Stephen D and Lipnick Wendee L
Bought by
Shriver Peter H
Seller's Agent
CANDICE WALSH
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
John Terebey
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$769,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-1.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.47%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 2009
Sold by
Plumley Benedict T
Bought by
Lipnick Stephen D and Lipnick Wendee L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$601,920
Interest Rate
5.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2007
Sold by
Cecila Rosenblum Tr
Bought by
Plumley Benedict T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$668,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 1993
Sold by
Governors Lae Asso
Bought by
Rosenblum Cecilia
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $9,999 | Malden Stacey Van | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $877,500 | Builders Title Agency Inc | |
| Deed | $769,500 | Westcor Land Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $752,400 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Deed | $835,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $425,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $799,999 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $360,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $601,920 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $668,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2022 07/07/22 | Sold | $999,999 | 0.0% | $384 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2022 05/04/22 | Price Changed | $999,900 | -3.8% | $384 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2022 02/11/22 | For Sale | $1,039,000 | 0.0% | $399 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2021 09/07/21 | Rented | $5,500 | +10.0% | -- |
| 08/22/2021 08/22/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2021 08/15/21 | For Rent | $5,000 | +4.2% | -- |
| 01/06/2020 01/06/20 | Rented | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/17/2019 12/17/19 | For Rent | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/09/2017 05/09/17 | Sold | $877,500 | -2.3% | $337 / Sq Ft |
| 03/13/2017 03/13/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/16/2017 02/16/17 | For Sale | $898,000 | +16.7% | $344 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2013 07/03/13 | Sold | $769,500 | -1.2% | $251 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2013 04/06/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/27/2013 03/27/13 | For Sale | $779,000 | 0.0% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2012 06/01/12 | Rented | $5,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/21/2012 05/21/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2012 05/07/12 | For Rent | $5,500 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,284 | $687,500 | $275,000 | $412,500 |
| 2023 | $17,284 | $687,500 | $275,000 | $412,500 |
| 2022 | $16,511 | $678,900 | $275,000 | $403,900 |
| 2021 | $16,558 | $678,900 | $275,000 | $403,900 |
| 2020 | $16,429 | $678,900 | $275,000 | $403,900 |
| 2019 | $16,104 | $678,900 | $275,000 | $403,900 |
| 2018 | $15,832 | $678,900 | $275,000 | $403,900 |
| 2017 | $15,530 | $675,200 | $275,000 | $400,200 |
| 2016 | $15,287 | $675,200 | $275,000 | $400,200 |
| 2015 | $14,935 | $675,200 | $275,000 | $400,200 |
| 2014 | $15,299 | $700,200 | $300,000 | $400,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Y
Seller's Agent in 2022
Yi Shen
Queenston Realty, LLC
(201) 993-4917
8 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Amjad Thariani
Century 21 Abrams & Associates, Inc.
(732) 261-6552
1 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Holly Tang
Tang Group Real Estate
(908) 874-5798
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2020
Linda Chang
Optimum Realty Inc.
(908) 392-0688
3 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
John Terebey
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 921-2200
3 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2013
CANDICE WALSH
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2012210
APN: 14-05601-0000-00014-38
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