Seller's Agent in 2025
Linda Twining
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 439-2282
37 in this area
90 Total Sales
71 Leigh Ave Princeton, NJ 08542
2
Beds
2
Baths
--
Sq Ft
3,049
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Community Park Elementary School Rated A
- Mud Room
- 4-minute walk to Community Park South
About This Home
As of August 2025Centrally located on a quiet street in the heart of the historic Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood, this immaculate shingled home welcomes you with a broad bluestone walk and steps leading to a glassed-in front porch, and freshly painted pale gray and white interior. A harmonious mix of original details (beautifully carved front door, hardwood floors) and tasteful updates (frosted glass interior doors for maximum light, mudroom and bathroom tile) offers comfortable in-town living with easy access to parks, nature preserve, schools, downtown, and more. Spacious front entryway leads directly to light and airy living room and large dining room. Kitchen boasts stainless appliances and hardwood cabinetry, as well as sunny breakfast nook with built-in benches, and mudroom. Upstairs, two bright bedrooms with peaked ceilings and under-eave storage areas, as well as newly renovated full bath with gleaming white subway tile. Large basement with laundry, ample room for storage, and bonus finished room with large closet. The backyard is fully fenced and private, with brick patio and mature perennial beds, as well as under-porch storage shed. An additional first floor full bath (with tub), central AC, and off-street parking complete the picture.
OFFERS FOR THIS PROPERTY ARE DUE MONDAY JULY 7TH AT NOON.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 439-2282 ltwining@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton License #999178 Listed on: 06/30/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,308
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Historic Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned R9
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- 1 Driveway Space
Schools
- Princeton Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00029
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-06904-00029
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 30, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Reed Robin K
Bought by
Chavez Jessica and Jessee Nathan
Seller's Agent
Linda Twining
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Beatrice Bloom
Weichert Realtors - Princeton
List Price
$765,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
5.88%
Views
48
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
-$22,455
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.72%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$599,268
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$188,277
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2005
Sold by
Williams Charles
Bought by
Reed Robin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 1998
Sold by
Treu Horst
Bought by
Williams Charles
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
7.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 1993
Sold by
Wiliams Curtis
Bought by
Streu Horst and Streu Linda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$62,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $810,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Deed | $400,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $127,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $77,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $62,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Sold | $810,000 | +5.9% | -- |
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | For Sale | $765,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright 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 | $10,308 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2024 | $9,732 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2023 | $9,732 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2022 | $9,441 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2021 | $9,441 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2020 | $9,368 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2019 | $9,182 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2018 | $7,258 | $387,100 | $225,000 | $162,100 |
| 2017 | $7,286 | $312,200 | $187,500 | $124,700 |
| 2016 | $7,068 | $312,200 | $187,500 | $124,700 |
| 2015 | $6,906 | $312,200 | $187,500 | $124,700 |
| 2014 | $6,822 | $312,200 | $187,500 | $124,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Twining
-
Beatrice Bloom
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Beatrice Bloom
Weichert Corporate
(609) 577-2989
107 in this area
155 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2061614
APN: 14-06904-0000-00029
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