$700,000
SOLD JUN 22, 2017

56 Carson Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,749 Sq Ft
2.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$187 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.5 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Lawrence High School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2022

This meticulously maintained, mid-century architecturally designed Arts & Crafts style home has great accessibility to Princeton, Lawrenceville & nearby towns. The exterior has been completely renovated by the current owners whose exceptional eye to detail is evidenced by the use of the finest materials & selection of the exterior color palate. Beautiful naturally finished landscaped beds lead to the front porch flanked by handsome tapered columns w/stone piers, and through leaded glass paneled front doors allowing entrance to your personal retreat. Brazilian slate tile in the entrance foyer & mudroom and shaker style moldings and recessed lighting throughout. Formal LR is enhanced by handsome double wide multi-pane picture windows w/stone sills allowing the beauty of natural light to fill the room. The hand selected solid stack stone corner fireplace is the focal point of this marvelous room. French doors open to vaulted beamed & sky lighted ceiling FR w/3 glass sliding doors, allowing views of the beauty & serenity of the outside during all times of the year. The library has floor to ceiling hand crafted bookcases adding intrigue and composition of various wood tones to the home. The beautifully appointed and recently updated kitchen is equipped w/ceramic tile floor & backsplash, maple cabinetry, oversized walk-in pantry, Subzero fridge & dual fuel Dacor range. Separate dining area provides the perfect setting for both formal & informal entertaining. The 23'x18' master retreat (2007) has been designed to maximize views of the outdoors at every angle. Sitting area w/sliders opening to the hand selected natural slate patio?a wonderful place to start or end the day. Customized walk-in closet & a sumptuous master bath w/glass shower, double sink vanity & oversized soaking tub. 3 additional generously sized bedrooms; the 20'x20' 4th bedroom, currently used as a home office, boasts 3 closets (1 cedar) w/adjacent half bath and a large cast concrete farm sink, a truly unique touch to the room. Mud room has built-in hall tree w/ cubbies & wine racks and is accessible to laundry room. With pull down attic access and exceptional closet space, storage space is abundant. The exterior is a nature lover's paradise w/mature plantings & gardens-the ultimate in serenity & privacy. Private access to 183 acres of Carson Road Woods & Lawrence Hopewell Trail, providing trails for hiking/biking/cross country skiing. The perfect mix for everyday living and weekend retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Betsy Silverman

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Princeton Jct Listed on: 02/08/2017

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Princeton Jct

Co-Listed By

David Pota

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Princeton Jct

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathryn Horch

Keller Williams Realty - Medford License #0679591

Keller Williams Realty - Medford

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,977

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 2.5 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned EP-1

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,749 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00102
  • Assessor Parcel Number 07-07501-00102

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,977

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch/Rambler, Bi-Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Mirror In Master Bath, Decorative Pillars In Yard,Stained Glass Pieces
  • Inclusions: Washer,Dryer, Refridgerator, Stove, Light Fixtures/Ceiling Fans
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Remarks Public: This meticulously maintained, mid-century architecturally designed Arts & Crafts style home has great accessibility to Princeton, Lawrenceville & nearby towns. The exterior has been completely renovated by the current owners whose exceptional eye to detail is evidenced by the use of the finest materials & selection of the exterior color palate. Beautiful naturally finished landscaped beds lead to the front porch flanked by handsome tapered columns w/stone piers, and through leaded glass paneled front doors allowing entrance to your personal retreat. Brazilian slate tile in the entrance foyer & mudroom and shaker style moldings and recessed lighting throughout. Formal LR is enhanced by handsome double wide multi-pane picture windows w/stone sills allowing the beauty of natural light to fill the room. The hand selected solid stack stone corner fireplace is the focal point of this marvelous room. French doors open to vaulted beamed & sky lighted ceiling FR w/3 glass sliding doors, allowing views of the beauty & serenity of the outside during all times of the year. The library has floor to ceiling hand crafted bookcases adding intrigue and composition of various wood tones to the home. The beautifully appointed and recently updated kitchen is equipped w/ceramic tile floor & backsplash, maple cabinetry, oversized walk-in pantry, Subzero fridge & dual fuel Dacor range. Separate dining area provides the perfect setting for both formal & informal entertaining. The 23'x18' master retreat (2007) has been designed to maximize views of the outdoors at every angle. Sitting area w/sliders opening to the hand selected natural slate patio?a wonderful place to start or end the day. Customized walk-in closet & a sumptuous master bath w/glass shower, double sink vanity & oversized soaking tub. 3 additional generously sized bedrooms; the 20'x20' 4th bedroom, currently used as a home office, boasts 3 closets (1 cedar) w/adjacent half bath and a large cast concrete farm sink, a truly unique touch to the room. Mud room has built-in hall tree w/ cubbies & wine racks and is accessible to laundry room. With pull down attic access and exceptional closet space, storage space is abundant. The exterior is a nature lover's paradise w/mature plantings & gardens-the ultimate in serenity & privacy. Private access to 183 acres of Carson Road Woods & Lawrence Hopewell Trail, providing trails for hiking/biking/cross country skiing. The perfect mix for everyday living and weekend retreat.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick, Stone
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Water Treat System, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room Count: 10
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3749
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3749
  • Net Sq Ft: 3749.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 197.12
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3749
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200397290

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 312600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 232800.00
  • Lot Features: Level, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.50
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 108900.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: EP-1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2137181
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14977.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07-07501-00102
  • Tax Lot: 00102
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 06/22/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 22, 2021
Closed on
May 27, 2022
Sold by
Henry Thompson Jr Trust
Bought by
Kuwar Bijay and Sioa Tungtze
Seller's Agent
Beth Miller
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Hala Khurram
Weichert Realtors - Princeton
List Price
$759,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-7.77%
Current Estimated Value
$1,120,415

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$420,415
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.43%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$343,621
Interest Rate
4.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$761,257

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2019
Sold by
Henry Thompson Jr Trust
Bought by
Mera Koichi and Inoue Kumiko

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2017
Closed on
Jun 14, 2017
Sold by
Modoff Kirk I and Ferris Holly M
Bought by
Henry Thompson Jr Trust and Mera Keichi
Seller's Agent
Betsy Silverman
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Princeton Jct
Buyer's Agent
Kathryn Horch
Keller Williams Realty - Medford
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-5.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.78%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2016
Sold by
Moldoff Kirk and Ferris Holly Ferris
Bought by
Ferris Holly and Moldoff Kirk

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Interest Rate
3.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 1997
Sold by
Hagen Robert
Bought by
Moldoff Kirk and Ferns Holly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
7.26%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $700,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $700,000 Surety Abstract Services Llc
Deed -- --
Deed $330,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $256,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Sold $700,000 0.0% $187 / Sq Ft
01/21/2022 01/21/22 Off Market $700,000 -- --
12/07/2021 12/07/21 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2021 11/05/21 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2021 10/22/21 For Sale $759,000 +8.4% $202 / Sq Ft
06/22/2017 06/22/17 Sold $700,000 -5.3% $187 / Sq Ft
03/14/2017 03/14/17 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2017 02/08/17 For Sale $739,000 -- $197 / 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 $17,536 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2023 $17,536 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2022 $17,218 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2021 $16,999 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2020 $16,762 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2019 $16,548 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2018 $16,173 $577,600 $232,800 $344,800
2017 $15,200 $545,400 $232,800 $312,600
2016 $14,977 $545,400 $232,800 $312,600
2015 $14,562 $545,400 $232,800 $312,600
2014 $14,289 $545,400 $232,800 $312,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000037888

Bright MLS

APN: 07-07501-0000-00102