Seller's Agent in 2025
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
(609) 902-5302
220 in this area
286 Total Sales
SOLD MAY 5, 2017
RENTED AUG 1, 2025
53 Aiken Ave Princeton, NJ 08540
2
Beds
2
Baths
--
Sq Ft
5,950
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Porch
- Riverside Elementary School Rated A
- Cul-De-Sac
- 1-minute walk to Harrison Street Park
About This Home
As of May 2017In a fantastic neighborhood, on a dead-end street, practically abutting Harrison Street Park, this lovely home boasts an abundance of sun-filled living space. The entrance hall introduces a gracious living room with large windows and wood floors under neutral carpet. Adjoining, is the dining room with china storage and wood floors under carpet. A welcoming kitchen and breakfast nook sides the year-round sunroom with door to the deep backyard. One of two full baths is nearby. Upstairs, the master bedroom is surprisingly spacious with a walk-in closet. A second walk-in closet is in the hall for extra storage. The second bedroom is neutral and bright with a generous closet while a third room could serve as home office, den or nursery. Conveniently set within easy distance to theater, shops, restaurants and the university, this home is in the perfect spot to explore all that Princeton has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #903377 Listed on: 03/04/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,860
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 5,950 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 35x170
- Cul-De-Sac
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned R3
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Siding
- Asbestos
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Riverside Elementary School
- J Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Riverside Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00092
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-00052 01-00092
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2017
Closed on
Apr 25, 2017
Sold by
Wotrthington Sharon M
Bought by
Lee Shin and Lee Jessica
Seller's Agent
Debbie Wierzbicki
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Jacqueline Pascale
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$668,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$57,000
-7.86%
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
$1,150,595
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.19%
Original Mortgage
$534,400
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2015
Sold by
Garrison Alice M
Bought by
Garrison Alice M and Garrison Philip G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2008
Sold by
Garrison Philip G and Garrison Alice M
Bought by
Garrison Philip G and Garrison Alice M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $668,000 | Title Auuority Llc | |
| Executors Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $930,240 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $934,200 | Construction | |
| Closed | $534,400 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Rented | $7,200 | +2.9% | -- |
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/22/2025 06/22/25 | For Rent | $7,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | Rented | $7,000 | +6.1% | -- |
| 05/07/2021 05/07/21 | For Rent | $6,600 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/05/2017 05/05/17 | Sold | $668,000 | -1.6% | -- |
| 03/19/2017 03/19/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2017 03/13/17 | Price Changed | $679,000 | -6.3% | -- |
| 03/04/2017 03/04/17 | For Sale | $725,000 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,059 | $1,091,200 | $553,000 | $538,200 |
| 2024 | $27,433 | $1,091,200 | $553,000 | $538,200 |
| 2023 | $27,433 | $1,091,200 | $553,000 | $538,200 |
| 2022 | $24,133 | $992,300 | $503,000 | $489,300 |
| 2021 | $24,202 | $992,300 | $503,000 | $489,300 |
| 2020 | $24,014 | $992,300 | $503,000 | $489,300 |
| 2019 | $23,537 | $992,300 | $503,000 | $489,300 |
| 2018 | $14,412 | $618,000 | $503,000 | $115,000 |
| 2017 | $14,214 | $618,000 | $503,000 | $115,000 |
| 2016 | $12,860 | $568,000 | $453,000 | $115,000 |
| 2015 | $12,564 | $568,000 | $453,000 | $115,000 |
| 2014 | $12,411 | $568,000 | $453,000 | $115,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ingela Kostenbader
-
Margot Wilkinson
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Margot Wilkinson
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 921-1050
1 Total Sale
-
Gina Iacobellis
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Gina Iacobellis
Station Cities
(201) 356-3492
37 Total Sales
-
Debbie Wierzbicki
D
Seller's Agent in 2017
Debbie Wierzbicki
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 306-6862
9 Total Sales
-
Jacqueline Pascale
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Jacqueline Pascale
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 801-5400
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000039306
APN: 14-00052-01-00092
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