Seller's Agent in 2025
Scott Kessler
C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC
(732) 789-8202
1 in this area
91 Total Sales
704 Cook Ave Middlesex, NJ 08846
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,980
Sq Ft
4,299
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Granite Countertops
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Private Yard
- Walk-In Closet
- 4-minute walk to Simchock Park
About This Home
As of January 2025Prepare to be impressed by this tastefully remodeled half-duplex! On the first floor, you'll find a new full bathroom, laundry room, and a spacious family room with a sliding door opening to the back yard. One flight up is a brand new kitchen, featuring shaker style cabinets with soft-close doors & drawers, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Also on this level is a combination living/dining area with a large bay window, two bedrooms, and another new bathroom. The top floor has a large additional bedroom, with 2 closets. All of this, plus a partially finished basement. For your comfort, there's a brand new furnace, central A/C and water heater. Throughout the home you'll find new floors, doors, trim and fixtures. Come and see it today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,199
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- 4,299 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 43x100
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R60A
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,980 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Cook Manor Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 11, 2024
Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
51 Holly Road Associates Llc
Bought by
Garcia-Hernandez Rosa L
Seller's Agent
Scott Kessler
C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$135,000
31.76%
Views
67
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
-$28,172
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.31%
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Outstanding Balance
$492,024
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$39,804
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 12, 2024
Closed on
Jul 18, 2024
Sold by
Spartan Property Manager Llc
Bought by
51 Holly Road Associates Limited Liability Co
Seller's Agent
Patrick Fox
AMERICAN REALTY SERVICE GROUP,
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,900
-31.64%
Views
788
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
748.37%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2023
Sold by
Middlesex County Sheriff
Bought by
Mfra Trust and Griffin
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 1998
Sold by
Fitzpatrick Michael
Bought by
Griffin Terence and Griffin Delores
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $560,000 | Catic Title | |
| Deed | $560,000 | Catic Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $205,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $205,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $373,797 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $125,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $495,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $495,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2025 01/24/25 | Sold | $560,000 | +31.8% | $283 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2024 12/11/24 | For Sale | $425,000 | +107.3% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2024 08/07/24 | Sold | $205,000 | -2.3% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2024 07/02/24 | Price Changed | $209,900 | -6.7% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2024 05/23/24 | Price Changed | $224,900 | -8.2% | $114 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2024 04/16/24 | Price Changed | $244,900 | -9.3% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2024 03/14/24 | Price Changed | $269,900 | -10.0% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2024 02/12/24 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $151 / Sq Ft |
Source: All Jersey 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 | $7,562 | $390,700 | $133,000 | $257,700 |
| 2024 | $7,199 | $326,800 | $133,000 | $193,800 |
| 2023 | $7,199 | $326,800 | $133,000 | $193,800 |
| 2022 | $9,772 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2021 | $7,055 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2020 | $9,309 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2019 | $9,057 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2018 | $8,782 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2017 | $8,540 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2016 | $8,259 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2015 | $8,084 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
| 2014 | $7,930 | $98,800 | $19,400 | $79,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Scott Kessler
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Patrick Fox
Seller's Agent in 2024
Patrick Fox
AMERICAN REALTY SERVICE GROUP,
(201) 681-0508
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: All Jersey MLS
MLS Number: 2560778M
APN: 10-00282-0000-00034-03
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