Last Sold Price
3 beds1,757 sqft$211/sqft
1253 Zion Rd, Northfield, NJ 08225

Description

CHARMING HOMESTEAD WITH TIMELESS CHARACTER AND MODERN UPDATES
Character and charm abound in this lovely Homestead, surrounded by beautiful gardens and solid craftsmanship—all just steps from the bike path! Step inside and feel transported as you enter the sun-filled living room featuring a classic wood-burning fireplace. A cozy side parlor, drenched in natural light, invites you to relax with a book or morning coffee. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen, which boasts granite
...CHARMING HOMESTEAD WITH TIMELESS CHARACTER AND MODERN UPDATES
Character and charm abound in this lovely Homestead, surrounded by beautiful gardens and solid craftsmanship—all just steps from the bike path! Step inside and feel transported as you enter the sun-filled living room featuring a classic wood-burning fireplace. A cozy side parlor, drenched in natural light, invites you to relax with a book or morning coffee. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen, which boasts granite countertops, modern appliances, and plenty of workspace for the home chef. Adjacent to the kitchen, the convenient laundry area offers easy access to the side yard and driveway—perfect for unloading groceries with ease. Looking for first-floor living? You’ll appreciate the spacious primary bedroom with a private bath and shower stall—ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bath. and one of the upper bedrooms is large enough to serve as a second owner’s suite and this room offers beautifully refinished hardwood floors. Although you’ll find carpeting in the other areas of the home, the new owner can easily take it up and refinish those hardwood floors hiding beneath. The enclosed side porch is a delightful bonus—perfect for enjoying the mature gardens or easily converting into a three-season room for bug-free barbecues, an additional den, or a cozy gathering space. A full basement offers a workshop and abundant storage, while the oversized two-car detached garage has room for your vehicles plus all your extra treasures. This property is being sold AS IS, with the buyer responsible for any inspections, certifications, and repairs. Please see agent remarks for further details. If you’ve been dreaming of a home that blends old-world charm with modern amenities—offering top-rated schools, a bike path at your doorstep, and a prime location near markets, restaurants, schools, and easy access to Margate beaches, the Parkway, and the Expressway—don’t wait. Schedule your private tour today and make this timeless beauty your new address!
LISTING CLOSED: 09/08/2025 03:00 AM

  1. Listed by Barbara G Kyle • Balsley-Losco Realtors

Property Details for 1253 Zion Road

Status
MLS #
NJAC2019796
Days on Market
29
Taxes
$7,945 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
0.35 AC / 15,336 SF
Tax ID Number
18-00118-00002
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (ATLANTIC NJ)
Municipality
NORTHFIELD CITY
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,757.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$425,000

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

99.8%

Northfield, NJ

9 comparable properties found

a front view of a house with a yard
1/38
1

$342,000

Sold 03/31/25

3
Bedrooms
1,600
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$425,000 | 203 West Revere, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/25
2

$425,000

Sold 10/18/24

3
Bedrooms
1,859
Square Feet
0.25
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and trees
1/48
3

$425,000

Sold 07/19/25

3
Bedrooms
1,680
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
front view of a house with a yard
1/30
4

$427,000

Sold 06/07/25

3
Bedrooms
1,606
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
$389,000 | 2413 Shepherd Circle, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/36
5

$389,000

Sold 06/09/26

3
Bedrooms
1,563
Square Feet
0.20
Acres
a front view of house with yard and green space
1/23
6

$428,000

Sold 09/11/24

3
Bedrooms
1,993
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
a view of swimming pool with lawn chairs and large trees
1/29
7

$435,000

Sold 10/24/25

3
Bedrooms
1,666
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$430,000 | 327 West Oakcrest Avenue, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/31
8

$430,000

Sold 07/24/26

3
Bedrooms
1,644
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
1/30
9

$402,500

Sold 04/30/26

3
Bedrooms
1,474
Square Feet
0.18
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Balsley-Losco Realtors

Sold By New Era Real Estate

Add your commute

Virtual Tour

Building Information for 1253 Zion Road

Stories2Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,336 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$2,543 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,881

Property Taxes

$662

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 1253 Zion Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: NORTHFIELD CITY SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396913
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: ATLANTIC
  • MLS Area: Northfield City (20118)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $221,200
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $154,600
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $66,600
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 00002
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,757.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 108.00 x 142.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 3420195
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Sprinkler
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Atlantic City & County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 1253 Zion Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 8, 2025

Closed

SJSRMLS #598286

$370,000
Sep 8, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #NJAC2019796

$370,000
Sep 3, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1918027343

$370,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/08/2025

Closed

SJSRMLS #598286

$370,000
09/08/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #NJAC2019796

$370,000
09/03/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1918027343

$370,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1253 Zion Road

Taxable ValueLand$66,600Additions$154,600Total$221,200
Tax Record2025$8,107 ($676 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,757 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,757 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,337 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1924ZoningR-2CountyATLANTICAPN18-00118-0000-00002

Schools near 1253 Zion Road

This home is within Mainland Regional High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Northfield Community Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Northfield Community Middle School
Public5 to 8

Mainland Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Jewish Community Day School
PrivatePK to 7

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

Similar Homes

New listings in 08225

front view of a house with a yard
1/52

$514,900

3
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
0.30
Acres
$525,000 | 33 East Rosedale Avenue, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/47
Virtual Tour

$525,000

3
Bedrooms
1,090
Square Feet
0.30
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/35

$345,000

3
Bedrooms
900
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
$310,000 | 2327 Zion Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/32
Virtual Tour

$310,000

2
Bedrooms
1,344
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$769,000 | 1911 Zion Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/35
Virtual Tour

$769,000

5
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
0.47
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/26

$435,000

3
Bedrooms
1,293
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
$370,000 | 1510 Shore Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/24

$370,000

4
Bedrooms
1,553
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/20

$439,900

4
Bedrooms
2,422
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$299,900 | 107 East Revere Avenue, Northfield, NJ 08225
1/13

$299,900

3
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
0.08
Acres

Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1253 Zion Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
$370,000
3
1,757
15,336
1,536
16,679
$375,000
3
1,132
9,600
1,608
16,300
$297,500
2
7,500
2,232
5,998

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Balsley-Losco Realtors

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: BRIGHT, Greater LeHigh Valley Regional MLS, Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS® and Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS®. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by BRIGHT, Greater LeHigh Valley Regional MLS, Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS® and Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS® is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.