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Last Sold Price
4 beds3,806 sqft
197 Old Forge Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.52 acresLot Size
1987Year Built
$164/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

One of a kind California style home in a secluded area on over 1.5 acres of land! Enjoy privacy on this wooded lot, while still conveniently in a charming neighborhood near major highways, parks, dining & more The foyer welcomes you & is illuminated w/natural light through the skylights. The entire home boasts gleaming HW & marble flrs. 20ft. vaulted ceilings in the generously sized LR add to this homes immense & refined style. Gorgeous brick wall fireplace & beamed ceilings in the FR show off the...One of a kind California style home in a secluded area on over 1.5 acres of land! Enjoy privacy on this wooded lot, while still conveniently in a charming neighborhood near major highways, parks, dining & more The foyer welcomes you & is illuminated w/natural light through the skylights. The entire home boasts gleaming HW & marble flrs. 20ft. vaulted ceilings in the generously sized LR add to this homes immense & refined style. Gorgeous brick wall fireplace & beamed ceilings in the FR show off the custom craftsmanship. Effortlessly ent. dinner guests in the DR. Chefs gourmet kitchen offers an abundance in custom cabinetry, tiled counter tops, & addtl. space for dining. 1st fl master BR is enormous! WIC, tranquil ensuite bath, dressing rm, the list goes on! 3 addtl sizable BRs. New roof(2015) Real cedar siding. Partially finished basement. Large rear deck. This home has been reassessed, concluding in the taxes significantly decreasing! A must see!
  • Listed by: ROBERT DEKANSKI • RE/MAX 1st ADVANTAGE
  • Listed by: PIOTR SUDAL • RE/MAX 1st ADVANTAGE
Listing closed: 03/30/2020 08:00 PM • Source: CJMLS, MLS#: 1915016

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$715,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

100.7%

Monroe Township, NJ

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Location

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Property Information for 197 Old Forge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $17,443 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Custom Home
  • Subdivision Name: Monroe Twp
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Size: 1.52 AC / 66,398 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • State Or Province: NJ
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 3.0
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Concrete, Garage, Attached
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $17,443.00
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Association Fee2 Frequency: Monthly
  • Other Fees: $.00
  • Monthly Payment: $.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3806.0
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 3806.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.5243
  • Lot Size Area: 1.5243
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 166 x 400
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 66398.0
  • Structure Type: Custom Home
Property and Assessments
  • Water Source: Public
  • Parcel Number: 12001092300029
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Senior Community: No
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Attic Fan
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Equipment, Fireplace Screen, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Wood
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, High Ceilings, Security System, Skylight, Bath Half, 1 Bedroom, Bath Other, Dining Room, Family Room, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Second, Bath Main, Attic
  • Pool Features: None
  • Postal Code: 08831
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Daylight
  • Basement Area: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bathroom Features: Jacuzzi-Type, Stall Shower, Two Sinks
  • Bedroom2 Area: 218.291666
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.083333
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.5
  • Bedroom3 Area: 140.805555
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.416666
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.333333
  • Bedroom4 Area: 136.0
  • Bedroom4 Length: 11.333333
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 13.25
  • Dining Room Width: 15.416666
  • Family Room Area: 571.444444
  • Family Room Length: 248.0
  • Kitchen Area: 429.75
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Length: 15.916666
  • Kitchen Width: 27.0
  • Living Room Area: 389.222222
  • Living Room Length: 20.666666
  • Living Room Width: 18.833333
  • Primary Bedroom Area: 355.25
  • Primary Bedroom Features: Dressing Room, Full Bath, 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 16.916666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 21.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Trash Compactor, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 9.0
Exterior Features
  • Service: Garbage-Extra Charge
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Maintenance Expense: $0

Property History for 197 Old Forge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 30, 2020

Sold

CJMLS #1915016

$622,500—
Mar 30, 2020

Sold

CJMLS #1915016

$622,500—
Mar 26, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #666378448

$622,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/30/2020

Sold

CJMLS #1915016

$622,500
03/30/2020

Sold

CJMLS #1915016

$622,500
03/26/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #666378448

$622,500

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Public Records for 197 Old Forge Road

Taxable ValueLand$187,700Additions$356,000Total$543,700
Tax Record2025$15,520 ($1,293 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtLot Size66,399 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1987ZoningR60CountyMIDDLESEXAPN12-00109-23-00029

Schools near 197 Old Forge Road

This home is within Monroe Township Board Of Education School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Lake Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Woodland Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Monroe Township Middle School
Public6 to 8

Monroe Twp High School
Public9 to 12

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.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 197 Old Forge Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831
$622,500
4
3,806
66,398
$1,100,000
5
3,687
66,399
$550,000
3
1,508
40,001
$685,000
3
1,680
67,518
$1,050,000
4
–
52,272
$640,000
4
3,130
25,221

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