1069 Canal Rd

Princeton, NJ 08540

$475,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,269 Sq. Ft.
$209 / Sq. Ft.
2,269
Sq. Ft.
$209
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 3/15/23
Sold 3/15/23

Description

Presenting the Old Simonson Place, built around 1750 . This historic home has old fashioned charm, coupled with modern amenities and open flow of living spaces. Situated on 2.1 acres, this country retreat is located just north of Princeton in the Griggstown section of Franklin Township within walking distance of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. The home has been lovingly restored to showcase its many original details. Features include large first floor living areas, a magnificent built-in...Presenting the Old Simonson Place, built around 1750 . This historic home has old fashioned charm, coupled with modern amenities and open flow of living spaces. Situated on 2.1 acres, this country retreat is located just north of Princeton in the Griggstown section of Franklin Township within walking distance of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. The home has been lovingly restored to showcase its many original details. Features include large first floor living areas, a magnificent built-in dining hutch, 3 fireplaces with intricate millwork detailing (1 is non working), exposed beams and a master bedroom with sitting area and bath including free standing tub. There are formal living and dining rooms, a family room with outside access, a den, a screened porch, a renovated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a separate breakfast nook. The property is enhanced by beautiful grounds with lovely perennials and a bordering stream. It will capture your heart for year round or weekend living. Just minutes to Princeton, New Brunswick, NYC train and major highways. Property experienced flood damage during Hurricane Ida. New gas fired hot water heating system and many other newly replaced items abound.
  1. Listed by JEFFREY FETZKO • KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE

Property Details for 1069 Canal Road

Style
Colonial
Directions
Rt 518 to Canal Road near Griggstown Causeway
Days On Market
115
Primary Style
Colonial
LISTING CLOSED: 03/15/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1069 Canal Road

StatusSold
MLS #3811763
Days on Market115
Taxes$7,628 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1750
Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF
CountySomerset County
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Building Information for 1069 Canal Road

Stories-Year Built1750Building Size-Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF

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Property Information for 1069 Canal Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Active Days on Market: 105
  • Renovated Year: 2022
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Franklin Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 11.01
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2708.0
  • Street # Display: 1069.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 6
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: Canal Rd
  • Zip Code: 08540-8434
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $7,628
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  • Assessment Total: 348100.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2708-00011-0001-00084-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2021
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Gravel, Off-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Washer
  • Approx Sq Ft: 2269.0
  • Lot Description: Stream On Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 84
  • Approximate Lot Size: 2.1 AC
  • Total Acres: 2.1
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1750
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 40000.0
  • Assessment Land: 308100.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: From Furnace
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Baseboard - Hotwater
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Septic
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Beam Ceilings, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Primary Bath Features: Soaking Tub
  • # Baths: 2.1
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 18x14
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 14x12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 14x14
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 14x15
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 16x7
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 11x17
  • Fireplace Desc: Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 3
  • Kitchen Dim: 12x9
  • Kitchen Area: Country Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 14x14
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 12x14
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 1Bedroom,Breakfst,Den,DiningRm,Vestibul,FamilyRm,Kitchen,Laundry,LivingRm,Porch,PowderRm,Screened
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: Attic
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath, Sitting Room
  • # Rooms: 11
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom

Property History for 1069 Canal Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 15, 2023

Sold

GSMLS #3811763

$475,000—
Mar 8, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1507924903

$475,000

+6.5% / yr

Feb 1, 2023

Active Under Contract

GSMLS #3811763

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/15/2023

Sold

GSMLS #3811763

$475,000
03/08/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1507924903

$475,000

+6.5% / yr

02/01/2023

Active Under Contract

GSMLS #3811763

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Public Records for 1069 Canal Road

Taxable ValueLand$403,100Additions$192,900Total$596,000
Tax Record2025$10,293 ($858 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,269 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,269 SqFtLot Size91,476 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1750Year Renovated1750ZoningCPCountySOMERSETAPN08-00011-01-00084

Schools near 1069 Canal Road

This home is within Franklin Township Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Claremont Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Sampson G Smith School
Public - 6 to 8
Franklin Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Franklin Park Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Claremont Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sampson G Smith School
Public6 to 8

Franklin Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Franklin Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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