278 Opossum Rd

1,544 Sq. Ft.
$366 / Sq. Ft.
1,544
Sq. Ft.
$366
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch located in the Skillman section of Montgomery has so much to offer! Situated on a private and serene 2.5 acres of land, this home features hardwood floors throughout, a LR/DR combo with a wood burning fireplace and an Eat-in-kitchen with a beautiful stone floor. The spacious master bedroom has a ceiling fan, built in wood shelves, and a lovely bay window. The master bath has a tub/shower and two sinks. This home also features a sun room with ceramic tiled floors...This wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch located in the Skillman section of Montgomery has so much to offer! Situated on a private and serene 2.5 acres of land, this home features hardwood floors throughout, a LR/DR combo with a wood burning fireplace and an Eat-in-kitchen with a beautiful stone floor. The spacious master bedroom has a ceiling fan, built in wood shelves, and a lovely bay window. The master bath has a tub/shower and two sinks. This home also features a sun room with ceramic tiled floors and access to the large deck and park-like backyard. In the hallway to the other bedrooms, you will find 3 cedar closets, a shoe closet and a pantry. A picturesque entrance leads you up a long driveway to a one car garage. Although there is no inside access, there is a door to the back yard. If you are looking for a quiet and charming place to call home, you have found it with this one!
  1. Listed by LAURIE B. MACHALANY • C-21 BARROOD REALTORS

Property Details for 278 Opossum Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Zoning
R1
Year Built
1952
Subdivision Name
none
LISTING CLOSED: 09/06/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 278 Opossum Road

StatusClosed
MLS #2413285R
Days on Market18
Taxes$12,924 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1952
Lot Size2.54 AC / 110,642 SF
CountySomerset County
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Building Information for 278 Opossum Road

Stories1Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size2.54 AC / 110,642 SF

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$3,949 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,872

Property Taxes

$1,077

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 278 Opossum Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • State Or Province: NJ
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Attached, See Remarks
Owner
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $12,924.00
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Association Fee2 Frequency: Monthly
  • Other Fees: $.00
  • Monthly Payment: $.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1544.0
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1544.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.54
  • Lot Size Area: 2.54
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 110642.0
Property and Assessments
  • Water Source: Well
  • Parcel Number: 1327001000000024
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Senior Community: No
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: See Remarks
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, See Remarks
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Zoned, Baseboard, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Cedar Closet(s), 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Attic, Living Room, Bath Full, Bath Main, Dining Room, Florida Room, None
  • Postal Code: 08558
  • Postal Code Plus4: 2604
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities
  • Basement Area: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Tub Shower, Stall Shower, Two Sinks
  • Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area, Galley Type
  • Primary Bedroom Features: 1st Floor, Sitting Area, Two Sinks, Full Bath
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Exterior Features
  • Service: Garbage-Extra Charge
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Maintenance Expense: $0

Property History for 278 Opossum Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 6, 2024

Sold

GSMLS #3907676

$565,000
Sep 5, 2024

Sold

CJMLS #2413285R

$565,000
Aug 15, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1540280663

$565,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/06/2024

Sold

GSMLS #3907676

$565,000
09/05/2024

Sold

CJMLS #2413285R

$565,000
08/15/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1540280663

$565,000

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

Public Records for 278 Opossum Road

Taxable ValueLand$279,700Additions$121,300Total$401,000
Tax Record2024$13,746 ($1,146 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,544 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,544 SqFtStories1Lot Size110,642 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952ZoningR1CountySOMERSETAPN13 27001-0000-00024

Schools near 278 Opossum Road

This home is within Montgomery Township School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Orchard Hill Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Village Elementary School
Public3 to 4

Montgomery Lower Middle School
Public5 to 6

Montgomery Upper Middle School
Public7 to 8

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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