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Seller's Agent in 2022
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
978 Somerset St Watchung, NJ 07069
Watchung NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $412,000 - $652,000
4
Beds
1
Bath
1,480
Sq Ft
$361/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Eat-In Country Kitchen
- Bayberry Elementary School Rated A-
- Wooded Lot
- Butlers Pantry
About This Home
As of July 2022Charming entry into Watchung community! One of Watchung's earliest homes, this vintage colonial was built around 1750, known as the Viebrock House, and has been carefully adapted to modern life with respect for its antique character. The front yard, enclosed for privacy, welcomes you into its secret garden. The large Dining Room features an oversized fireplace once used for both cooking and heat. The kitchen is quaint, yet functional. Behind the kitchen is the utility/laundry room, built right into the mountain. Upstairs, the spacious Living Room also boasts a fireplace and is a light and bright room. Four bedrooms have been updated, floors have been replaced. To be sold as is. 2 large fireplaces, not used by owner, as is with no known issues.
Last Listed By
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Listed on: 02/10/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,287
Year Built
- Built in 1750 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Wood Fence
- Irregular Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned B-B
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Laminate Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Country Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Bayberry Elementary School
- Vally View Middle School
- Watchung High School
Additional Features
- Outbuilding
- Window Unit Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2721-04401-0000-00002-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2022
Closed on
Jul 12, 2022
Sold by
Cotoulas Judith Yermanok
Bought by
Soto Hector D
Seller's Agent
SUSAN J TUCKER
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Luz Vergara
PREMIER HOMES
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-12.6%
Total Days on Market
98
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
$194,503
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.54%
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2021
Sold by
Kuhr Terri Ellen and Martin Yermanok Trust
Bought by
Cotoulas Judith Yermanok
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2010
Sold by
Yermanok Martin
Bought by
Yermanok Martin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,670
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2006
Sold by
Richardson Judith Ann
Bought by
Yermanok Mertin and Yermanok Shirley
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,200
Interest Rate
6.59%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 8, 1990
Sold by
Viebrock Wilbur H and Viebrock Mildred C
Bought by
Richardson James C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soto Hector D | $340,000 | -- | |
| Cotoulas Judith Yermanok | -- | None Available | |
| Yermanok Martin | -- | None Available | |
| Yermanok Mertin | $199,000 | -- | |
| Richardson James C | $189,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Soto Hector D | $272,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Yermanok Martin | $152,670 | |
| Previous Owner | Yermanok Mertin | $159,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2022 07/18/22 | Sold | $340,000 | -5.6% | $230 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2022 05/19/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2022 05/05/22 | Price Changed | $360,000 | -7.5% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2022 02/10/22 | For Sale | $389,000 | -- | $263 / Sq Ft |
Source: Garden State 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,400 | $320,300 | $169,500 | $150,800 |
| 2023 | $6,125 | $300,100 | $157,000 | $143,100 |
| 2022 | $5,374 | $255,800 | $131,300 | $124,500 |
| 2021 | $4,725 | $246,400 | $126,200 | $120,200 |
| 2020 | $5,009 | $235,400 | $126,200 | $109,200 |
| 2019 | $4,725 | $227,700 | $125,000 | $102,700 |
| 2018 | $4,454 | $223,700 | $122,500 | $101,200 |
| 2017 | $4,354 | $220,000 | $119,000 | $101,000 |
| 2016 | $4,514 | $215,900 | $117,800 | $98,100 |
| 2015 | $4,308 | $203,400 | $108,300 | $95,100 |
| 2014 | $4,069 | $194,300 | $108,300 | $86,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Luz Vergara
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Luz Vergara
PREMIER HOMES
(908) 887-5011
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
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Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3763256
APN: 21-04401-0000-00002
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