$625,000
SOLD DEC 18, 2024

81 Locust Ave Emerson, NJ 07630

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,282 Sq Ft
6,251 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$488 Per Sq Ft

20% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Central Air
  • 5-minute walk to Emerson
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Patrick M. Villano Elementary School Rated A-
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of December 2024

Rare opportunity in Emerson for a meticulously maintained home with countless possibilities and just steps away from the downtown train station, schools, shops, restaurants, banks, medical facilities, houses of worship and nearby parks! Whether you are a first time buyer, down-sizer, investor or looking for a condo or rental alternative, this versatile 2 bedroom/2 bath ranch checks all boxes. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The main level features a modern kitchen, dining room, living room, two bedrooms and updated bath. Step down to the finished lower level with additional bath ideal for entertaining or extra living space. The home is equipped with central air conditioning to keep you cool during the warmer months. A standout feature is the large 29' x 19' garage/workshop, providing ample room for storage and hobbies. With many recent updates, this home is ready for you to move in and make it your own. Contact the listing agent for the walk-through video.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Di Donato

Keller Williams Prosperity Listed on: 10/29/2024

Keller Williams Prosperity

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy Platt

Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Saddle River

Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Saddle River

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,388

Lot Details

  • 6,251 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x125
  • Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 00005 / 00423

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,388

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Su Prop: Residentia
  • Ownership: Private
  • PropertySubType: Ranch
  • ResoLotFeatures: Regular
  • View Type:Pond View: None
  • Co List Office Phone: 201-337-6600
  • Outside Inclusions: Refrigerator/Washer/Dryer/Microwave "as is" condition
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: 81 Locust Avenue
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Year Built Details: 1940's,Build Prior to 1978
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: 1 Story
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: No
  • Basement Remarks: Finished-Family Room/Laundry/Full Bath

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent
  • Exclusions: personal items
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50x125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6251.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10388.0
  • Tax Block: 00423
  • Tax Lot: 00005

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2024
Closed on
Dec 6, 2024
Sold by
Leighton Linda
Bought by
Scherba William and Peet-Scherba Sheryl
Seller's Agent
Susan Di Donato
Keller Williams Prosperity
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Platt
Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Saddle River
List Price
$519,000
Sold Price
$625,000
Premium/Discount to List
$106,000
20.42%
Views
79

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.68%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 1996
Sold by
Est Harold Young Jr
Bought by
Leighton Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
7.04%
Source: Public Records

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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 $625,000 Westcor Land Title
Deed $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $125,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $186,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $126,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $599,000 -4.2% --
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Sold $625,000 +20.4% $488 / Sq Ft
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2024 10/29/24 For Sale $519,000 -- $405 / Sq Ft
Source: New Jersey 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 $10,388 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2023 $9,780 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2022 $9,780 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2021 $9,590 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2020 $9,403 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2019 $9,189 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2018 $8,776 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2017 $8,598 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2016 $8,411 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2015 $8,237 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
2014 $8,062 $323,000 $193,000 $130,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 24034770

New Jersey MLS

APN: 14-00423-0000-00005