NOT LISTED FOR SALE

78 Saratoga Dr Princeton Junction, NJ 08550

Estimated Value: $1,170,000 - $1,351,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,004 Sq Ft
$412/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2022

Last sale price $999,999 $333 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,503/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 0.65 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Millstone River School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of November 2022

Located in one of Princeton Junction's most convenient and desired neighborhoods, this 4 bedroom, 2.2 bath Colonial with in-ground pool truly has it ALL! Major additions, remodeling and upgrades throughout. A true entertaining home inside & out!! This east/west facing gem with large windows throughout offers an abundance of natural light. Two story foyer, formal dining and living rooms with gleaming hardwood floors. Family room features commanding vaulted ceiling and beautiful stone faced gas fireplace for cozy winters. Newer patio door and new ceiling fan. The home office off the family room is ideal for work from home situations or a cozy den/study. The major additions include expanded eat-in kitchen with oversized granite center island, all stainless appliances, pantry, side door entrance & laundry room. The major renovations in 2008 also include new roof, Anderson windows throughout, siding, trim, slate walkway, Italian tile flooring, deck and patio. The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms total, featuring a primary suite with large walk-in closet and private bath with tub, oversized stall shower & dual vanity sinks. The Fully Finished Basement has a powder room, utility room, work space, plenty of storage and offers endless possibilities for recreation, theatre, gaming, gym, and more! The fabulous in-ground pool is completely fenced in and ideal for summer entertainment! Located in the excellent Blue-Ribbon award-winning West Windsor-Plainsboro school district--currently rated #4 in the state of NJ. Great location--close to transportation, shopping, parks and major highways & 10 minutes to Princeton Junction Train Station with direct access to NYC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nan Buchney

Weichert Realtors - Bedminster Listed on: 09/22/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Sonner

Keller Williams Greater Brunswick License #1538888

Keller Williams Greater Brunswick

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,417

Year Built

  • Built in 1990 | Remodeled in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.65 Acre Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 8 Driveway Spaces
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Chimney Cap

Interior Spaces

  • 3,004 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Flood Lights

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Finished Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Drain

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Community Middle School
  • High School North

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Underground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Equal To The Number Of Bedrooms
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Suburban Location

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kings Point Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00045
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-00020 19-00045

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,417

Year Built

Built in 1990 | Remodeled in 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Year Renovated: 2008
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Located in one of Princeton Junction's most convenient and desired neighborhoods, this 4 bedroom, 2.2 bath Colonial with in-ground pool truly has it ALL! Major additions, remodeling and upgrades throughout. A true entertaining home inside & out!! This east/west facing gem with large windows throughout offers an abundance of natural light. Two story foyer, formal dining and living rooms with gleaming hardwood floors. Family room features commanding vaulted ceiling and beautiful stone faced gas fireplace for cozy winters. Newer patio door and new ceiling fan. The home office off the family room is ideal for work from home situations or a cozy den/study. The major additions include expanded eat-in kitchen with oversized granite center island, all stainless appliances, pantry, side door entrance & laundry room. The major renovations in 2008 also include new roof, Anderson windows throughout, siding, trim, slate walkway, Italian tile flooring, deck and patio. The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms total, featuring a primary suite with large walk-in closet and private bath with tub, oversized stall shower & dual vanity sinks. The Fully Finished Basement has a powder room, utility room, work space, plenty of storage and offers endless possibilities for recreation, theatre, gaming, gym, and more! The fabulous in-ground pool is completely fenced in and ideal for summer entertainment! Located in the excellent Blue-Ribbon award-winning West Windsor-Plainsboro school district--currently rated #4 in the state of NJ. Great location--close to transportation, shopping, parks and major highways & 10 minutes to Princeton Junction Train Station with direct access to NYC.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliances, Range Hood, Built-In Range, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven - Wall
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Store/Office, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient, Sliding
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 14
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Workshop
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Poured Concrete, Sump Pump, Drain
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3004
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3004
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 315.91
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3004
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 78

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Flood Lights, Gutter System, Exterior Lighting, Chimney Cap(s)
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 10
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic = # Of Br
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Under Ground
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL
  • Middle School: COMMUNITY M.S.
  • High School: HIGH SCHOOL NORTH
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396174
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: HIGH SCHOOL NORTH
  • Middle Or Junior School: COMMUNITY M.S.

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 422900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 257000.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Level, Rear Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.65
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 28270.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: R-2

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2184128
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19417.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-00020 19-00045
  • Tax Lot: 00045
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3004
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 11/17/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2022
Closed on
Nov 3, 2022
Sold by
Diorio Catherine M
Bought by
Manglani Bharat and Tewani Sunena
Seller's Agent
Nan Buchney
Weichert Realtors - Bedminster
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Sonner
Keller Williams Greater Brunswick
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$999,999
Premium/Discount to List
$50,999
5.37%
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$1,238,427

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$238,428
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$849,999
Outstanding Balance
$827,849
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$366,473

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1994
Sold by
Shaughnessy John E
Bought by
Diorio David and Diorio Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$242,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1991
Sold by
Prudential Relocation Management
Bought by
Shaughnessy John E and Shaughnessy Christina O

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 1991
Sold by
Lewin Luis E and Lewin Sylva
Bought by
Prudential Relocation Management

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 1990
Sold by
Calton Homes Inc
Bought by
Lewin Luis E and Lewin Sylvia H
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Manglani Bharat $999,999 Sunrise Title Services
Diorio David $319,000 --
Shaughnessy John E $275,000 --
Prudential Relocation Management $297,500 --
Lewin Luis E $289,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Manglani Bharat $849,999
Previous Owner Diorio David $290,000
Previous Owner Diorio Catherine M $220,500
Previous Owner Diorio David $242,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2022 11/17/22 Sold $999,999 +5.4% $333 / Sq Ft
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2022 09/22/22 For Sale $949,000 -- $316 / 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 $19,969 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2023 $19,969 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2022 $19,581 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2021 $19,418 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2020 $19,064 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2019 $18,847 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2018 $18,670 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2017 $18,283 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2016 $17,888 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2015 $17,473 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
2014 $17,269 $679,900 $257,000 $422,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2022774

Bright MLS

APN: 13-00020-19-00045