$300,000
SOLD NOV 22, 2024

898 Main St Salem, NJ 08079

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,162 Sq Ft
0.84 Acres

Recently Sold

$139 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

About This Home

As of November 2024

A farmhouse lifestyle awaits! With some cosmetic updates, this CLASSIC BEAUTY will SHINE so BRIGHT! Welcome to 898 Main Street in desirable Canton section of Lower Alloway’s Creek! This 3-bedroom, 2 FULL bath home is 2162 square feet. There is a bonus room too---could use as a 4th bedroom, office, or flex space! TAX ONLY $2,743….and PUBLIC SEWER! Enjoy the seasons on the front enclosed porch. The living and family room spaces are charming, and the KITCHEN/DINING area are approx. 430 square feet! Talk about a great entertaining house with an open kitchen/dining area! There is one bedroom on the 1st floor, along with a full bath and laundry area. The 2nd floor features 2 sizeable bedrooms with hardwood floors & good closets, and a full bath with tile shower and double sink vanity. The attic is a walk up—so even more potential there for storage or to finish into living space. There is also a partial basement. Almost an acre lot (0.84 acres) ---cleared and level! In the yard, find a shed for all the lawn equipment. Home will be sold in total “as is” condition. Unlock the potential of this home, and enjoy the laid back and low tax life that Lower Alloway's Creek has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tara Puitz

Mahoney Realty Pennsville, LLC License #565457 Listed on: 10/05/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Dick

Keller Williams Realty - Washington Township

Keller Williams Realty - Washington Township

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,743

Year Built

  • Built in 1896

Lot Details

  • 0.84 Acre Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,162 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Den
  • Views of Woods
  • Partial Basement
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 150 Amp Service
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Canton Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00023
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-00039-00023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,743

Year Built

Built in 1896

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Shed.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: A farmhouse lifestyle awaits! With some cosmetic updates, this CLASSIC BEAUTY will SHINE so BRIGHT! Welcome to 898 Main Street in desirable Canton section of Lower Alloway’s Creek! This 3-bedroom, 2 FULL bath home is 2162 square feet. There is a bonus room too---could use as a 4th bedroom, office, or flex space! TAX ONLY $2,743….and PUBLIC SEWER! Enjoy the seasons on the front enclosed porch. The living and family room spaces are charming, and the KITCHEN/DINING area are approx. 430 square feet! Talk about a great entertaining house with an open kitchen/dining area! There is one bedroom on the 1st floor, along with a full bath and laundry area. The 2nd floor features 2 sizeable bedrooms with hardwood floors & good closets, and a full bath with tile shower and double sink vanity. The attic is a walk up—so even more potential there for storage or to finish into living space. There is also a partial basement. Almost an acre lot (0.84 acres) ---cleared and level! In the yard, find a shed for all the lawn equipment. Home will be sold in total “as is” condition. Unlock the potential of this home, and enjoy the laid back and low tax life that Lower Alloway's Creek has to offer!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Mud Room, Office, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2162
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2162
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 127.20
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2162
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 898

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Secure Storage
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods, Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: 150 Amps
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK TOWN SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200396389
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.84
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 36590.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Enclosed
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2743.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05-00039-00023
  • Tax Lot: 00023
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2162
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 11/22/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK TOWN SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2024
Closed on
Nov 22, 2024
Sold by
Finlaw Barbara A and Wilde Linda A
Bought by
Rothfuss Holly and Riley Raymond
Seller's Agent
Tara Puitz
Mahoney Realty Pennsville, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Robert Dick
Keller Williams Realty - Washington Township
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
9.09%
Views
76
Current Estimated Value
$326,809

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,809
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.18%
Original Mortgage
$286,150
Outstanding Balance
$285,095
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,592

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2004
Sold by
Finlaw Jon H
Bought by
Finlaw Jon H and Finlaw Barbara A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,800
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2004
Sold by
Finlaw Jon H
Bought by
Finlaw Jon H and Finlaw Barbara A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,800
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $300,000 West Jersey Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $286,150 New Conventional
Previous Owner $108,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Sold $300,000 +9.1% $139 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2024 10/05/24 For Sale $275,000 -- $127 / 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 $2,744 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2023 $2,744 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2022 $2,618 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2021 $2,443 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2020 $2,437 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2019 $2,529 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2018 $2,665 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2017 $2,589 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2016 $2,500 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2015 $2,326 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
2014 $2,221 $161,400 $22,400 $139,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJSA2011760

Bright MLS

APN: 05-00039-0000-00023