NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Amherst Way Princeton Junction, NJ 08550

Estimated Value: $902,000 - $989,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,352 Sq Ft
$405/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 22, 2021

Last sale price $650,000 $276 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,668/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Village Elementary School Rated A
  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of January 2021

PRIME LOCATION in Princeton Jct. Backing to Open Space. 2 MILES TO PRINCETON JCT TRAIN. WEST WINDSOR PLAINSBORO SCHOOLS. FRESHLY PAINTED THROUGHOUT. Arrive at this SUNNY 2 STORY FOYER with REAL BAMBOO HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT the ENTIRE HOUSE. The living room being used as an office. The GOURMET KITCHEN has WHITE cabinetry and tile backsplash and Quartzite countertops. STAINLESS STEEL Energy efficient appliances have been replaced recently. The kitchen FLOWS TO THE FAMILY ROOM WITH 3 WINDOWS FACING THE BACKYARD. The back faces Northwest. So you always have SUN IN THIS HOUSE. There is a wood-burning fireplace and a woodshed filled with dry wood outside for your cold winter nights. The entire house has REAL BAMBOO HARDWOOD FLOORS. The laundry room is on the first floor as well. UPSTAIRS ARE 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 NEW BATHROOMS COMPLETED IN 2016. Downstairs in the basement is a FINISHED great room/office. There is plenty of room for storage as well. The FURNACE 2008, AC 2009, ROOF 2009, 200 AMPS OF SERVICE. Outside is a New HOT TUB, SUNDANCE 2017. ( all permits satisfied) WOW, WHAT A GREAT PLACE TO UNWIND IN YOUR PRIVATE SPA HOT TUB. . There is a deck, wooden table chairs, and rocking chairs for you as well included in the sale. ( these items do not have any monetary value) The PAVED PATIO is so well executed that leads to a PEACEFUL GAZEBO to read and relax. Plus the Nationally Acclaimed West Windsor-Plainsboro Schools. This house is a SPARKLING GEM!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Lucarelli

Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton Listed on: 11/19/2020

Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Hartman

Redfin

Redfin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,018

Year Built

  • Built in 1990 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Backs To Open Common Area
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R20

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,352 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Wood

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Gas Dryer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Spa
  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Maurice Hawk Elementary School
  • Grover Middle School
  • High School South

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Stonybrook
  • Stony Brook Subdivision, Brandywine Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00074
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-00049-00074

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,018

Year Built

Built in 1990 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer Dryer refrigerator. All patio furniture and hot tub, which have no monetary value.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2020-11-19
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: PRIME LOCATION in Princeton Jct. Backing to Open Space. 2 MILES TO PRINCETON JCT TRAIN. WEST WINDSOR PLAINSBORO SCHOOLS. FRESHLY PAINTED THROUGHOUT. Arrive at this SUNNY 2 STORY FOYER with REAL BAMBOO HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT the ENTIRE HOUSE. The living room being used as an office. The GOURMET KITCHEN has WHITE cabinetry and tile backsplash and Quartzite countertops. STAINLESS STEEL Energy efficient appliances have been replaced recently. The kitchen FLOWS TO THE FAMILY ROOM WITH 3 WINDOWS FACING THE BACKYARD. The back faces Northwest. So you always have SUN IN THIS HOUSE. There is a wood-burning fireplace and a woodshed filled with dry wood outside for your cold winter nights. The entire house has REAL BAMBOO HARDWOOD FLOORS. The laundry room is on the first floor as well. UPSTAIRS ARE 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 NEW BATHROOMS COMPLETED IN 2016. Downstairs in the basement is a FINISHED great room/office. There is plenty of room for storage as well. The FURNACE 2008, AC 2009, ROOF 2009, 200 AMPS OF SERVICE. Outside is a New HOT TUB, SUNDANCE 2017. ( all permits satisfied) WOW, WHAT A GREAT PLACE TO UNWIND IN YOUR PRIVATE SPA HOT TUB. . There is a deck, wooden table chairs, and rocking chairs for you as well included in the sale. ( these items do not have any monetary value) The PAVED PATIO is so well executed that leads to a PEACEFUL GAZEBO to read and relax. Plus the Nationally Acclaimed West Windsor-Plainsboro Schools. This house is a SPARKLING GEM!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Gas, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Bamboo
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2352
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2352
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 265.31
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2352
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 53

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Spa Features: Heated
  • Spa: Yes
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL
  • Elementary School: MAURICE HAWK
  • Middle School: GROVER MS
  • High School: HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396174
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MAURICE HAWK
  • High School: HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH
  • Middle Or Junior School: GROVER MS

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 311900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 223700.00
  • Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 20473.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: R20

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Stonybrook

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2187496
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15018.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-00049-00074
  • Tax Lot: 00074
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2352
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 01/22/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2020
Closed on
Jan 12, 2021
Sold by
Zhang Ji and Zhang Jamie
Bought by
Ghosh Ananda and Bhattacharyya Mahamaya
Seller's Agent
Donna Lucarelli
Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Scott Hartman
Redfin
List Price
$624,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
4.17%
Current Estimated Value
$983,219

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$333,219
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.52%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$587,951
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$357,376

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1993
Sold by
Chi Eric Mao Sung
Bought by
Zhang Ji and Zhang Jamie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$221,000
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 1992
Sold by
W A P Construction Co Inc
Bought by
Feng Eric Mao-Sung Chi and Feng Langer C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1991
Sold by
N S L Service Corp
Bought by
W A P Construction Co
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
Ghosh Ananda $650,000 Foundation Title Llc
Zhang Ji $232,900 --
Feng Eric Mao-Sung Chi $240,000 --
W A P Construction Co $57,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bhattacharyya Mahamaya $650,000
Previous Owner Ghosh Ananda $650,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jamie $390,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jamie $400,000
Previous Owner Zhang Jamie $375,000
Previous Owner Zhang Ji $221,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/22/2021 01/22/21 Sold $650,000 +4.2% $276 / Sq Ft
11/28/2020 11/28/20 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2020 11/19/20 For Sale $624,000 -- $265 / 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
2024 $15,731 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2023 $15,731 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2022 $15,425 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2021 $15,297 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2020 $15,018 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2019 $14,847 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2018 $14,708 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2017 $14,402 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2016 $14,092 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2015 $13,765 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
2014 $13,604 $535,600 $223,700 $311,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME303034

Bright MLS

APN: 13-00049-0000-00074