Seller's Agent in 2018
Donna Murray
BHHS FOX & ROACH
(908) 391-8396
13 in this area
185 Total Sales
538 Millstone River Rd Belle Mead, NJ 08502
Estimated Value: $782,000 - $1,374,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,547
Sq Ft
$229/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Home
- 1.5 Acre Lot
- Wood Burning Stove
- Montgomery Lower Mid School Rated A
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- 3-minute walk to D & R Canal State Park
About This Home
As of January 2018This c. 1740 historic Colonial, known as the William Baird House, sits high & stately in the River Road Historic District, overlooking Millstone River Park. Recent additions designed by Perry Morgan. Updated KIT: open stone wall, exposed hand-hewn beams, custom cabinets, SS appliances. Breakfast rm for everyday use or intimate gatherings. Formal LR is generously proportioned for memorable entertaining, yet cozy enough for quiet fireside relaxation. Formal DR has raised-paneled walls & vaulted ceiling. Office/library awaits creative thoughts. Modern-styled FR looks upon a flagstone courtyard. MBR suite has a dressing/sitting room and luxurious renovated bath w/round soaking tub, shower, & modern fixtures. Four more spacious BRs & two full BAs. Two-car detached GAR has 2nd floor for private hangouts or storage.
Last Buyer's Agent
DAVID LAWSON
RE/MAX 1ST ADVANTAGE
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,070
Year Built
- Built in 1740
Lot Details
- 1.5 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Historic Home
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Circular Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Colonial Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- 4,547 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Dressing Area
- Powder Room
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Montgomery Middle School
- Montgomery High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Well
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2713-08001-0000-00026-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2017
Closed on
Jan 12, 2018
Sold by
Aton Franck and Aton Florence
Bought by
Farhmy Shad and Mohamed Alaa
Seller's Agent
Donna Murray
BHHS FOX & ROACH
Buyer's Agent
DAVID LAWSON
RE/MAX 1ST ADVANTAGE
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$477,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$197,500
-29.26%
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
$564,035
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.76%
Original Mortgage
$406,120
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 4, 2005
Sold by
Johnson David B
Bought by
Aton Franck and Aton Florence
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2002
Sold by
Relocation Relocation
Bought by
Johnson David and Johnson Linda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$414,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 1998
Sold by
Borh C Anthony
Bought by
Vinton Evan and Vinton Betsy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farhmy Shad | $461,500 | None Available | |
| Aton Franck | $800,000 | -- | |
| Johnson David | $517,500 | -- | |
| Vinton Evan | $363,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Fahmy Shad M | $74,100 | |
| Open | Fahmy Shad | $187,000 | |
| Open | Fahmy Shad | $400,000 | |
| Closed | Fahmy Shad | $133,000 | |
| Closed | Fahmy Shad | $79,000 | |
| Closed | Farhmy Shad | $406,120 | |
| Previous Owner | Aton Franck | $506,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Aton Franck | $540,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Johnson David | $414,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vinton Evan | $290,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2018 01/12/18 | Sold | $477,500 | 0.0% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 01/12/2018 01/12/18 | Sold | $477,500 | +0.5% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2017 11/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2017 11/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2017 10/23/17 | Price Changed | $475,000 | -13.5% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2017 10/03/17 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -6.8% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2017 09/06/17 | Price Changed | $589,000 | -1.7% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2017 07/10/17 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -4.2% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Price Changed | $625,000 | -3.1% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2017 06/05/17 | Price Changed | $645,000 | -4.4% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2017 05/17/17 | For Sale | $675,000 | 0.0% | $148 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2017 05/09/17 | For Sale | $675,000 | +41.4% | $148 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2016 10/25/16 | Off Market | $477,500 | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2016 10/21/16 | Rented | $3,200 | -15.8% | -- |
| 10/21/2016 10/21/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/27/2016 09/27/16 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/14/2016 09/14/16 | Price Changed | $675,000 | -6.0% | $148 / Sq Ft |
| 08/09/2016 08/09/16 | Price Changed | $718,000 | -4.3% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2016 07/09/16 | For Sale | $750,000 | -- | $165 / Sq Ft |
Source: Garden State 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 | $15,811 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2023 | $15,797 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2022 | $14,870 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2021 | $14,745 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2020 | $14,625 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2019 | $14,528 | $461,500 | $222,500 | $239,000 |
| 2018 | $16,894 | $549,400 | $222,500 | $326,900 |
| 2017 | $16,603 | $549,400 | $222,500 | $326,900 |
| 2016 | $16,312 | $549,400 | $222,500 | $326,900 |
| 2015 | $15,938 | $549,400 | $222,500 | $326,900 |
| 2014 | $15,746 | $549,400 | $222,500 | $326,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Donna Murray
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Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3388764
APN: 13-08001-0000-00026
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