Seller's Agent in 2019
Harveen Bhatla
Keller Williams Premier
(609) 273-4408
86 in this area
210 Total Sales
5 Benjamin Ct Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
Estimated Value: $1,244,007 - $1,624,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,104
Sq Ft
$452/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- 0.76 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Village Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2019GRAND AND SPACIOUS, THIS BRICK FRONT, LIGHT FILLED, OPEN FLOOR PLAN HOME IS MOVE-IN READY! Meticulously maintained by the original owners who worked with the builder to custom create additional usable spaces this home is both elegant and comfortable. The Grand Two Story Foyer with sweeping staircase welcomes you to the Elegant Dining Room and leads you to the Stunning COMPLETELY REDONE KITCHEN with Custom Maple Cabinets, Stainless Appliances including a Viking Six Burner professional range, Viking Double Oven, Sub-Zero Fridge and Granite Counters including a custom Granite Breakfast Table. The kitchen is open to the enlarged, soaring two story Family Room with full brick fireplace and skylights. Step outside to the custom Trex Deck that runs the width of the house and overlooks the private tree lined backyard, making it the perfect place for entertaining and family gatherings. There is an additional room off the kitchen that can be used any way you choose. An additional First Floor Office, spacious Laundry room and attached two car garage complete the First Floor. The Second Floor offers a Grand Master Bedroom with Vaulted Ceilings, Separate Sitting Area and a Spa-Like Master Bathroom with a Jacuzzi, double sinks with Quartz Counter tops and a walk-in shower. Three additional Spacious Bedrooms and a beautifully Redone Hall bathroom with double sinks and Quartz Counter-tops completes the Second Floor. There is also a very Large Basement that can be finished in any way the new owners desire. Newer Roof (2013), Newer Hot Water Heater, Two Zone Heat & A/C, New Carpeting & Freshly Painted. Centrally located and close to Princeton Jct. Train Station, Major Highways, Shopping, Entertainment & Recreation Highly Rated WW-P Schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,784
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 0.76 Acre Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Brick Front
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,104 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Oven or Range
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Dutch Neck Elementary School
- Grover Middle School
- High School South
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Deck
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Southfield Meadows Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00017
- Assessor Parcel Number 13-00028 05-00017
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2019
Closed on
Oct 7, 2019
Sold by
Strouse Theinas O and Lanza Strouse Sheri
Bought by
Makhijani Dharmendra and Makhijani Emily
Seller's Agent
Harveen Bhatla
Keller Williams Premier
Buyer's Agent
Donna Lucarelli
Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton
List Price
$860,000
Sold Price
$835,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.91%
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
$567,752
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.89%
Original Mortgage
$668,000
Outstanding Balance
$593,831
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$783,589
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1997
Sold by
Southfield Meadow Assoc
Bought by
Struise Thomas and Strause Sheri Lanzo
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makhijani Dharmendra | $835,000 | Foundation Title Llc | |
| Struise Thomas | $340,990 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Makhijani Dharmendra | $668,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strouse Thomas O | $664,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strouse Thomas O | $610,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strouse Thomas O | $463,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Struise Thomas | $273,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2019 08/28/19 | Sold | $835,000 | -2.9% | $269 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2019 04/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/05/2019 04/05/19 | For Sale | $860,000 | -- | $277 / 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 | $22,709 | $773,200 | $298,000 | $475,200 |
| 2023 | $22,709 | $773,200 | $298,000 | $475,200 |
| 2022 | $21,617 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2021 | $21,617 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2020 | $21,223 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2019 | $20,981 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2018 | $20,784 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2017 | $20,353 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2016 | $19,914 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2015 | $19,452 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
| 2014 | $19,225 | $756,900 | $298,000 | $458,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Harveen Bhatla
-
William Usab
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
William Usab
Keller Williams Premier
(609) 459-5100
73 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
Donna Lucarelli
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Donna Lucarelli
Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton
(609) 903-9098
97 in this area
120 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME275722
APN: 13-00028-05-00017
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