Groundbreaking architect and ahead-of-his-time environmentalist Douglas Kelbaugh described himself as an architect first and a solar engineer second, which is why the energy-saving home he built in Princeton’s sought-after Tree Streets neighborhood is so visually arresting. People strolling past often wonder about the wall of glass spanning the entire south-facing exterior. It’s an ingenious passive solar heating system known as a Trombe wall and it was among the very first of its kind in the world. As the NY Times noted in a feature about Kelbaugh’s eco-conscious design, “The southern trombe wall is easily visible and proudly displayed, providing the house with the Modernist view that form follows function.” The same principle was applied to interior spaces, which showcase wood ceilings and exposed concrete walls. The open living room also features a fireplace with strong geometric lines and sliders to the shady stone patio. A greenhouse dining space(which includes a solar water-heating system) lets air-purifying plants thrive through the winter months. An energizing shade of blue brightens the kitchen equipped with a Sub-Zero fridge and a new stainless steel range. Skylights naturally brighten the upper level, where 2 full bathrooms serve 2 bedrooms with lofts, the vaulted main suite and a shared study alcove. Double off-street parking spaces are a valuable rarity in this center-of-it-all neighborhood, as is the generous fenced yard, complete with a playhouse, shed and garden. If ever there was a time to celebrate and commit to greener living, it’s now!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #999178 Listed on: 08/21/2022
$980,000
Presenting a stunning residence at 6 York Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540: This meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home showcases luxurious upgrades throughout, featuring a dramatic 2-story family room and foyer, brand new replacement windows including a kitchen sliding glass door with built-in blinds, and a wood-burning fireplace with custom mantle. The completely remodeled kitchen boasts
Richard Abrams CENTURY 21 ABRAMS & ASSOCIATES
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $999,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $999,999 | Southern United Ttl Agcy Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $320,000 | -- |
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $256,000 | No Value Available |
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2022 11/10/22 | Sold | $999,000 | -9.2% | -- |
| 10/17/2022 10/17/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2022 10/17/22 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +10.1% | -- |
| 10/14/2022 10/14/22 | Off Market | $999,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/21/2022 08/21/22 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | -- |
| 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 | $13,508 | $537,300 | $408,000 | $129,300 |
| 2023 | $13,508 | $537,300 | $408,000 | $129,300 |
| 2022 | $13,067 | $537,300 | $408,000 | $129,300 |
| 2021 | $13,105 | $537,300 | $408,000 | $129,300 |
| 2020 | $13,003 | $537,300 | $408,000 | $129,300 |
| 2019 | $12,173 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
| 2018 | $11,968 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
| 2017 | $11,804 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
| 2016 | $11,619 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
| 2015 | $11,352 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
| 2014 | $11,213 | $513,200 | $368,000 | $145,200 |
Seller's Agent in 2022
Linda Twining
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 439-2282
37 in this area
96 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Kathryn Angelucci
BHHS Fox & Roach
(856) 816-7834
3 in this area
15 Total Sales
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2020696
APN: 14-00030-02-00098
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