NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Lavender Dr Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $887,842 - $923,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,800 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2025

Last sale price $882,000 $232 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,033/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Indoor Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Cambridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to the stunning Madison model, a 3,800 sq. ft. masterpiece in the coveted Princeton development! This home offers exceptional features, starting with a finished basement boasting over 1,500 sq. ft. of entertainment space, including a custom bar, family TV room, and a cozy sitting area for memorable gatherings.The main floor features a beautiful great room with soaring 10-ft+ ceilings, a gas fireplace, and custom-built shelving. The luxurious master suite is a true retreat with a soaking tub, sitting area, and a spacious walkin closet.Step outside to the 600 sq. ft. patio and serene backyard, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. This green home is equipped with a brand-new roof and solar panels for energy efficiency.Enjoy the community's fantastic amenities, including a recreation center with an indoor pool, gym, game room, outdoor pool, playground, pickleball courts, and tennis courts. Located just 8 minutes from downtown Princeton, you'll have quick access to shops, restaurants, and Princeton University. This home truly has it all. Schedule your tour today!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenise Buckalew

GREEN LIGHT REALTY LLC Listed on: 01/16/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,093

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned RM-3

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Blinds
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Bedroom in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • Indoor Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, insurance, ins common areas, snow removal, trash, ground maintenance
  • Princeton Walk Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,093

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2505
  • Lot Size: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Princeton Walk
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One, Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1995
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Jacuzzi-Type, Stall Shower
  • Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo, Formal Dining Room
  • Master Bedroom Features: 1st Floor, Sitting Area, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Finished, Bedroom, Other Room(s), Exterior Entry, Den, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Firealarm, High Ceilings, Security System, Shades-Existing, Skylight, Wet Bar, 1 Bedroom, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Library/Office, Bath Half, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Other Room(s), None
  • Living Area: 3800
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Blinds, Shades-Existing, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, See Remarks
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, Indoor
  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Attached, Oversized

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Security System
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Outdoor Pool, Playground, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Ins Common Areas, Snow Removal, Trash, Maintenance Grounds

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10912
  • Zoning: RM-3

Multi Family

  • Maintenance Expense: 314

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13093
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 16, 2025
Closed on
Mar 13, 2025
Sold by
Saunders Charles H and Allen-Saunders Doris M
Bought by
Mehta Nirav and Parekh Pooja
Seller's Agent
Jenise Buckalew
GREEN LIGHT REALTY LLC
List Price
$899,999
Sold Price
$882,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,999
-2%
Views
140
Current Estimated Value
$894,832

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,832
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 1995
Sold by
Eastern Homes
Bought by
Saunders Charles and Saunders Doris

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$212,000
Interest Rate
7.81%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Mehta Nirav $882,000 Old Republic National Title
Mehta Nirav $882,000 Old Republic National Title
Saunders Charles $248,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Saunders Charles $212,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Sold $882,000 -2.0% $232 / Sq Ft
01/16/2025 01/16/25 For Sale $899,999 -- $237 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey 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 $13,093 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2023 $13,093 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2022 $12,701 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2021 $9,764 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2020 $12,765 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2019 $12,877 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2018 $12,440 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2017 $12,420 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2016 $12,266 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2015 $11,844 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
2014 $11,655 $248,400 $90,000 $158,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2508167R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 21-00096-04-00135