NOT LISTED FOR SALE

51 Forest Ave Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $377,000 - $415,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
774 Sq Ft
$510/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 25, 2024

Last sale price $350,000 $452 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,675/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Bungalow
  • No HOA
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of January 2024

Here is your chance to own this adorable bungalow on a beautiful corner lot just minutes from downtown Princeton. Located in the quaint, desirable Griggstown section on a private dead-end street. Featuring a charming living room with a fireplace and hardwood floors that flow into the dining area. All on one level includes one bedroom and one full bath. and a small bonus room. There is a pull-down stair to a good-sized attic and a full basement that offers tons of possibilities. The home is located on a scenic street, with a generous size backyard. The detached garage is connected by an open breezeway. 2 sheds are included selling strictly as-is. This is an Estate Sale. Minutes to the Delaware Raritan Canal in the Kingston area for water recreation and trails and close to the Bunker Hill Golf Course include community access to a private clubhouse that offers community events as well as gatherings for personal use. Conveniently located close to schools, shopping, and restaurants. Princeton Train station offers EZ commute to NYC. This home is being sold as an Estate Sale and Selling strictly As-Is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Jablonski

(609) 588-6888 cindyjablonski16@gmail.com Diamond Homes Realty Listed on: 12/01/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Steber

(609) 587-9300 susansteber@njhomesandfarms.com RE/MAX Tri County License #8330628

RE/MAX Tri County

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,091

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 72.00 x 0.00
  • Property is zoned R40

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 774 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Schools

  • Franklin Township Elementary And Middle School
  • Franklin Township High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bernardsville Mtn Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00015
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-00025-00015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,091

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2023-12-01
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 774
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 774
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 400.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 774
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP SCHOOL
  • High School: FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP
  • Middle Or Junior School: FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Dimensions: 72.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12959.00
  • Zoning: R40

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-00025-00015
  • Tax Lot: 00015
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2023
Closed on
Jan 3, 2024
Sold by
Aanonsen Arnold N
Bought by
Sears Kathryn G
Seller's Agent
Cindy Jablonski
Diamond Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Steber
RE/MAX Tri County
List Price
$309,900
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,100
12.94%
Views
176
Current Estimated Value
$394,583

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,583
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.77%
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
Sears Kathryn G $350,000 Core Title
Sears Kathryn G $350,000 Core Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/25/2024 01/25/24 Sold $350,000 +12.9% $452 / Sq Ft
12/08/2023 12/08/23 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2023 12/01/23 For Sale $309,900 -- $400 / 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
2025 $7,091 $424,100 $326,600 $97,500
2024 $7,091 $393,300 $326,600 $66,700
2023 $6,727 $350,000 $283,300 $66,700
2022 $6,084 $300,000 $233,300 $66,700
2021 $5,268 $250,000 $183,300 $66,700
2020 $5,422 $240,000 $173,300 $66,700
2019 $5,571 $243,600 $173,300 $70,300
2018 $5,627 $243,600 $173,300 $70,300
2017 $5,417 $233,600 $163,300 $70,300
2016 $5,464 $233,600 $163,300 $70,300
2015 $5,177 $233,600 $163,300 $70,300
2014 $5,072 $232,600 $162,300 $70,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJSO2002862

Bright MLS

APN: 08-00025-0000-00015