NOT LISTED FOR SALE

52 Governors Ln Princeton, NJ 08540

Estimated Value: $1,285,000 - $1,480,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
$850/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 22, 2019

Last sale price $950,000

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,992/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Littlebrook Elementary School Rated A+
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

About This Home

As of April 2019

Impressive and in a class by itself. Generously proportioned spaces with high ceilings and large windows evoke an elegance in this graceful four bedroom, three and a half bath END UNIT townhome located in Governors Lane. 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, exceptional quality features at every turn include decorative base and crown moldings, solid wood panel doors, stained oak hardwood floors, Schlage hardware, decorator-quality lighting fixtures, Kohler bathroom fixtures, and much more. Experience the joy of cooking in this fully equipped kitchen with top-rated appliances, endless storage space, and Corian counters. Adjoining cathedral-ceiling family room is enhanced with a fireplace and a combination of slate and tile surround. The warm and inviting formal living room offers the perfect backdrop for traditional 18th or 19th-century style furniture and relaxing in front of the beautiful fireplace with decorative wood mantle. Formal dining room is designed for entertaining and has room for your china cabinet and buffet, too. A half bath finishes the first floor. The second floor is the perfect retreat for the private master suite enhanced by an en suite bath with Jacuzzi tub, dressing area with built-in bench seating, and butler's area equipped with microwave, refrigerator, and custom cabinetry. Second bedroom/office has fireplace, built-ins, and its own full bath. Retreat to the third floor for dreamy nights where two more sumptuous bedrooms with abundant closet space that are as inviting during daytime as they are after dark share a full bath. Add extra living space to your day in the finished basement with a family-sized recreation room, a large walk-in pantry, and unfinished area for multipurpose use. Outside, master gardeners will be surprised at the spectacular enclosed garden with brick patio surrounded by a generous number of meticulously cared for plantings providing a beautiful, charming setting. An oversized two car detached garage, new HVACs (2018), and new water heater (2018) add value to this hallmark home with progressive excellence, interior comforts, and conveniences that complement today's busy lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Murray

BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton License #9702338 Listed on: 02/20/2019

BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton

Last Buyer's Agent

Victoria Holly

Queenston Realty, LLC License #1755806

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,443

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 0.3

HOA Fees

  • $850 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Marble Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Kitchenette
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • $6,000 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Governors Lane Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00014 52
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-05601-00014 52

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,443

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$850 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Remarks Public: Impressive and in a class by itself. Generously proportioned spaces with high ceilings and large windows evoke an elegance in this graceful four bedroom, three and a half bath END UNIT townhome located in Governors Lane. 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, exceptional quality features at every turn include decorative base and crown moldings, solid wood panel doors, stained oak hardwood floors, Schlage hardware, decorator-quality lighting fixtures, Kohler bathroom fixtures, and much more. Experience the joy of cooking in this fully equipped kitchen with top-rated appliances, endless storage space, and Corian counters. Adjoining cathedral-ceiling family room is enhanced with a fireplace and a combination of slate and tile surround. The warm and inviting formal living room offers the perfect backdrop for traditional 18th or 19th-century style furniture and relaxing in front of the beautiful fireplace with decorative wood mantle. Formal dining room is designed for entertaining and has room for your china cabinet and buffet, too. A half bath finishes the first floor. The second floor is the perfect retreat for the private master suite enhanced by an en suite bath with Jacuzzi tub, dressing area with built-in bench seating, and butler's area equipped with microwave, refrigerator, and custom cabinetry. Second bedroom/office has fireplace, built-ins, and its own full bath. Retreat to the third floor for dreamy nights where two more sumptuous bedrooms with abundant closet space that are as inviting during daytime as they are after dark share a full bath. Add extra living space to your day in the finished basement with a family-sized recreation room, a large walk-in pantry, and unfinished area for multipurpose use. Outside, master gardeners will be surprised at the spectacular enclosed garden with brick patio surrounded by a generous number of meticulously cared for plantings providing a beautiful, charming setting. An oversized two car detached garage, new HVACs (2018), and new water heater (2018) add value to this hallmark home with progressive excellence, interior comforts, and conveniences that complement today's busy lifestyle.
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  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchenette, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Butlers Pantry, Built-Ins
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Marble
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 52

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 850.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 6000.00

Schools

  • School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200396175
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 473000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 275000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13068.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: OR2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2143227
  • Tax Annual Amount: 17443.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-05601-00014 52
  • Tax Lot: 00014 52
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 04/22/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2019
Closed on
Apr 22, 2019
Sold by
Clearwater John L
Bought by
Vanabs Daniel J and Wulster Janet S
Seller's Agent
Donna Murray
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Holly
Queenston Realty, LLC
List Price
$968,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,000
-1.86%
Current Estimated Value
$1,380,864

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$430,864
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2012
Sold by
Clearwater Patricia G
Bought by
Clearwater John L
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
Vanabs Daniel J $950,000 First American Title Ins Co
Clearwater John L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vanabs Daniel J $728,000
Closed Vanabs Daniel J $760,000
Previous Owner Clearwater John L $350,000
Previous Owner Clearwater John L $328,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/22/2019 04/22/19 Sold $950,000 -1.9% --
02/26/2019 02/26/19 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2019 02/20/19 For Sale $968,000 -- --
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 $20,124 $770,900 $275,000 $495,900
2024 $18,998 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2023 $18,998 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2022 $18,379 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2021 $18,432 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2020 $18,288 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2019 $17,925 $755,700 $275,000 $480,700
2018 $17,443 $748,000 $275,000 $473,000
2017 $17,204 $748,000 $275,000 $473,000
2016 $16,935 $748,000 $275,000 $473,000
2015 $16,546 $748,000 $275,000 $473,000
2014 $16,890 $773,000 $300,000 $473,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME202652

Bright MLS

APN: 14-05601-0000-00014-52