$750,000
SOLD APR 11, 2025

97 Elm Ridge Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

4 Beds
4 Baths
4,200 Sq Ft
1.46 Acres

Recently Sold

$179 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

121 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Solar owned by seller
  • Hopewell Valley Central High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2025

Unique. Stunning. Spacious.
Welcome to this Mid-Century Modern home set on a sprawling 1.5 acres in picturesque Hopewell, just minutes from Princeton. This beautifully designed residence spans three levels and boasts 4 bedrooms and 4 elegantly appointed bathrooms, offering plenty of room for relaxation and entertainment. Stroll up the wooden ramp and enter the main floor. Light everywhere, bouncing off wooden floors. The living room is large and inviting: a slanted ceiling rises to meet a 15-foot high wall made from the wood of the original barn on the property. Turn around, appreciate the semi-circular fireplace and the sheer volume of the space. Look out through the two sliding-glass doors upon an enormous wooden deck and expansive lawn. The charming interior blends with the outdoor nature. Walk through the library with its built-in shelves to the dining room. On one side, a sliding glass door opens to the deck. The other side leads to the kitchen with a wooden island and floor to ceiling cabinets. Through the windows one views sunlight and pine trees. Then into the family room with a hot tub, opening skylights, and a wood-burning stove. Upstairs. A small office with windows overlooking the property. Bathroom (skylight). Beautiful bedroom (skylight). And an additional room that served as the primary bedroom, with an immense domed skylight and a large circular tub (skylight).
The lower level offers endless possibilities for work space, gym area, guest/in-law suite, or just
additional space for your family. This floor has 2 bedrooms, an office, 2 full bathrooms, and a
kitchenette. Three of these rooms have sliding glass doors that open out onto the wooden patio and
yard. Outside, the beautifully landscaped grounds offer serene views to be enjoyed while using the
large deck or the patio down below. There is plenty of room for outdoor activities,
gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. An added feature to this house are the owned solar panels. Located on the eastern edge of Hopewell Township less than ten minutes from the hearts of Princeton, Hopewell, and Pennington; this home provides a balance between rural tranquility and suburban convenience. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind property in one of New Jersey's most sought-after areas.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ingela Kostenbader

(609) 902-5302 ingela@princetonhome.com Queenston Realty, LLC License #344850 Listed on: 10/16/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Member

beta@mris.net Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,593

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 1.46 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R150

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,200 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Metal Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 8 Parking Spaces
  • 8 Driveway Spaces

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 00002
  • Assessor Parcel Number 06-00043 11-00002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,593

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Unique. Stunning. Spacious. Welcome to this Mid-Century Modern home set on a sprawling 1.5 acres in picturesque Hopewell, just minutes from Princeton. This beautifully designed residence spans three levels and boasts 4 bedrooms and 4 elegantly appointed bathrooms, offering plenty of room for relaxation and entertainment. Stroll up the wooden ramp and enter the main floor. Light everywhere, bouncing off wooden floors. The living room is large and inviting: a slanted ceiling rises to meet a 15-foot high wall made from the wood of the original barn on the property. Turn around, appreciate the semi-circular fireplace and the sheer volume of the space. Look out through the two sliding-glass doors upon an enormous wooden deck and expansive lawn. The charming interior blends with the outdoor nature. Walk through the library with its built-in shelves to the dining room. On one side, a sliding glass door opens to the deck. The other side leads to the kitchen with a wooden island and floor to ceiling cabinets. Through the windows one views sunlight and pine trees. Then into the family room with a hot tub, opening skylights, and a wood-burning stove. Upstairs. A small office with windows overlooking the property. Bathroom (skylight). Beautiful bedroom (skylight). And an additional room that served as the primary bedroom, with an immense domed skylight and a large circular tub (skylight). The lower level offers endless possibilities for work space, gym area, guest/in-law suite, or just additional space for your family. This floor has 2 bedrooms, an office, 2 full bathrooms, and a kitchenette. Three of these rooms have sliding glass doors that open out onto the wooden patio and yard. Outside, the beautifully landscaped grounds offer serene views to be enjoyed while using the large deck or the patio down below. There is plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. An added feature to this house are the owned solar panels. Located on the eastern edge of Hopewell Township less than ten minutes from the hearts of Princeton, Hopewell, and Pennington; this home provides a balance between rural tranquility and suburban convenience. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind property in one of New Jersey's most sought-after areas.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Metal
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 4200
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4200
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 190.24
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4200
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 97

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: HOPEWELL VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200397266
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Green Power: Pv Solar Array(s) Owned

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.46
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 63598.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R150

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 21593.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06-00043 11-00002
  • Tax Lot: 00002
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/11/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: HOPEWELL VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2024
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Pitt Joel H and Pitt Marie
Bought by
Mian Haroon and Berger Nathalie
Seller's Agent
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Member
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-11.76%
Views
530
Current Estimated Value
$769,182

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,182
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,131
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$570,051

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1986
Bought by
Pitt Joel and Pitt Marie
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $750,000 None Listed On Document
Bargain Sale Deed $750,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $252,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 New Conventional
Closed $200,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Sold $750,000 -6.1% $179 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2025 01/13/25 Price Changed $799,000 -6.0% $190 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 For Sale $850,000 -- $202 / 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
2025 $21,594 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2024 $20,903 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2023 $20,903 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2022 $20,472 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2021 $20,924 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2020 $20,417 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2019 $19,918 $684,000 $313,200 $370,800
2018 $19,549 $684,000 $313,300 $370,700
2017 $19,015 $684,000 $313,300 $370,700
2016 $17,976 $684,000 $313,300 $370,700
2015 $18,160 $684,000 $313,300 $370,700
2014 $17,784 $684,000 $313,300 $370,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2050010

Bright MLS

APN: 06-00043-11-00002