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Seller's Agent in 2020
Derek Eisenberg
Continental Real Estate Group
(877) 996-5728
7 in this area
3,384 Total Sales
4 Monterey Dr Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
Estimated Value: $881,000 - $1,011,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,394
Sq Ft
$395/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Village Elementary School Rated A
- Marble Flooring
- Upgraded Countertops
About This Home
As of January 2020Less than a mile away from Princeton Junction Train Station, this classic colonial nestles in the tranquility of the Benford Estates area, from where the highly acclaimed WWP High School South and Maurice Hawk Elementary School are just a short stroll away. The post office is close by, so are the Mercer County Library and the Senior Citizen Center. With Woori Mart premium grocery store less than a mile away, Trader Joes 1.7, Costco 2.9, Whole Food 3.4, and Wegmans 4.3 miles away, shopping is so convenient.The house is freshly painted light grey with white crown molding. Through the marble floored foyer enter the hardwood floored living room fitted with a brick fireplace and an entire wall of bookshelves. The formal dinning room is close to the kitchen, which was updated with dishwasher, range/oven, ceramic tile floor and granite counter top. The powder room and the 2 bathrooms were updated as well. 4 bed rooms are located on the second floor and the basement is partially finished for more living and storage space. At the back of the house is the spacious office overlooking a quiet and serene backyard which is fenced for privacy. Enjoy the afternoon sun on the patio, surrounded by lush landscape and a thriving vegetable garden.New roof was installed in 2011, pavement 2011, Lennox furnace and AC 2017, fascia board/barge board/soffit/gutter 2017, garage door 2017, Frigidaire induction range/oven 2018, Whirlpool dish washer 2018, Whirlpool washer and dryer 2018.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Continental Real Estate Group License #611425 Listed on: 09/05/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,271
Year Built
- Built in 1970 | Remodeled in 2017
Lot Details
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Property is zoned R20
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Fiberglass Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Cement Siding
- Asbestos
- Active Radon Mitigation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,394 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace Mantel
- Brick Fireplace
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Flush Toilets
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Sump Pump
- Basement with some natural light
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Flood Lights
Schools
- Maurice Hawk Elementary School
- Grover Middle School
- High School South
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Programmable Thermostat
- 150 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Benford Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00027
- Assessor Parcel Number 13-00011 05-00027
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Jan 10, 2020
Sold by
Xia Young and Gu Zheng
Bought by
Zhang Bo and Bi Cong
Seller's Agent
Derek Eisenberg
Continental Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Judith Budwig
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$568,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,500
-1.81%
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
$376,571
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.02%
Original Mortgage
$341,100
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2009
Sold by
Murphy Mark and Murphy Barbara
Bought by
Xia Yong and Gu Zheng
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
5.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2002
Sold by
Humphries Thomas
Bought by
Murphy Mark and Holland Barbara
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$295,000
Interest Rate
7.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 1999
Sold by
Liget Peter
Bought by
Humphries Thomas
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,600
Interest Rate
7.54%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 1990
Sold by
Kraft Joseph W and Kraft Nancy
Bought by
Stokel Kathryn J and Ligeti Peter E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zhang Bo | $568,500 | Wfg National Title Co | |
| Xia Yong | $520,000 | None Available | |
| Murphy Mark | $405,000 | -- | |
| Humphries Thomas | $332,000 | -- | |
| Stokel Kathryn J | $246,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bi Cong | $333,250 | |
| Closed | Zhang Bo | $341,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Xia Yong | $295,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Xia Yong | $416,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Murphy Mark | $295,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Humphries Thomas | $265,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2020 01/15/20 | Sold | $568,500 | -1.8% | $237 / Sq Ft |
| 11/11/2019 11/11/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2019 09/05/19 | For Sale | $579,000 | -- | $242 / Sq Ft |
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 | $15,264 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2023 | $15,264 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2022 | $14,967 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2021 | $14,843 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2020 | $14,572 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2019 | $14,406 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2018 | $14,271 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2017 | $13,975 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2016 | $13,673 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2015 | $13,356 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
| 2014 | $13,200 | $519,700 | $233,000 | $286,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Derek Eisenberg
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Judith Budwig
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Judith Budwig
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 933-7886
2 in this area
53 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME285136
APN: 13-00011-05-00027
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