Seller's Agent in 2021
Merle Martin
Christie's Real Estate Northern NJ
(973) 509-4649
2 in this area
20 Total Sales
54 Benson St Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Estimated Value: $1,212,000 - $1,289,630
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,788
Sq Ft
$443/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Attic
- Forest Avenue School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
About This Home
As of July 2021Classic Glen Ridge Folk Victorian ~ This stunning home features spacious rooms, high ceilings & a wonderful floor plan. Original architectural details abound, including original chestnut woodwork throughout, parquet floors, formal DR with coffered ceiling, and an inviting wrap-around front porch. The very deep backyard has mature plantings, multiple flower beds, and a stone patio for entertaining, off the kitchen and family room. Modern conveniences include a family room w/fpl, master suite with updated bathroom, a 2nd floor laundry room, office and ample storage in attic and basement. A garage, original to the house, serves as even more storage. In addition, the property is very near downtown stores and dining, schools, commuter train and bus, and major highways.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CHRISTIE'S INT. REAL ESTATE GROUP Listed on: 04/26/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,223
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Clapboard
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- 2,788 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Workshop
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Powder Room
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Forest Elementary School
- Ridgewood Middle School
- Glen Ridge High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Zoned Heating
- Radiator
- Standard Electricity
- Water Tap or Transfer Fee
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1608-00085-0000-00002-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2021
Closed on
Jul 1, 2021
Sold by
Githens Sarah H and Keyser Robert L
Bought by
Szahun Amaya and Szahun David
Seller's Agent
Merle Martin
CHRISTIE'S INT. REAL ESTATE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Tamima Friedman
KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
17.86%
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
$409,658
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.85%
Original Mortgage
$659,918
Outstanding Balance
$601,363
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$580,407
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Szahun Amaya | $825,000 | Prestige Title Agency Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Szahun Amaya | $659,918 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | Sold | $825,000 | +17.9% | $296 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2021 05/07/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2021 04/26/21 | For Sale | $700,000 | -- | $251 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,261 | $600,500 | $310,100 | $290,400 |
| 2024 | $20,261 | $600,500 | $310,100 | $290,400 |
| 2022 | $19,774 | $600,500 | $310,100 | $290,400 |
| 2021 | $19,197 | $591,600 | $310,100 | $281,500 |
| 2020 | $19,224 | $603,200 | $310,100 | $293,100 |
| 2019 | $18,645 | $603,200 | $310,100 | $293,100 |
| 2018 | $17,556 | $475,900 | $291,600 | $184,300 |
| 2017 | $17,166 | $475,900 | $291,600 | $184,300 |
| 2016 | $16,676 | $475,900 | $291,600 | $184,300 |
| 2015 | $16,304 | $475,900 | $291,600 | $184,300 |
| 2014 | $16,052 | $475,900 | $291,600 | $184,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Merle Martin
-
Tamima Friedman
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Tamima Friedman
KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
(201) 306-0267
14 in this area
173 Total Sales
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3707772
APN: 08-00085-0000-00002
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