285 Houses Corner Road

Sold 2/21/25
Sold 2/21/25
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Last Sold Price
$331,500
2 beds800 sqft$414/sqft
285 Houses Corner Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871

Description

Timeless charm abounds in this simple ranch style home, offering comfortable one-floor living at an affordable price in an incredible location. Thoughtfully renovated to improve functionality and comfort with brand new 200-amp electrical service, wiring/receptacles, lighting, plumbing, roofing, siding, septic system, AG Roth oil tank, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and tile flooring, windows, doors, trim, cabinets, granite countertops, SS appliances, tile backsplash, toilet, vanity, laundry hook-ups, deck...Timeless charm abounds in this simple ranch style home, offering comfortable one-floor living at an affordable price in an incredible location. Thoughtfully renovated to improve functionality and comfort with brand new 200-amp electrical service, wiring/receptacles, lighting, plumbing, roofing, siding, septic system, AG Roth oil tank, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and tile flooring, windows, doors, trim, cabinets, granite countertops, SS appliances, tile backsplash, toilet, vanity, laundry hook-ups, deck and more. This home has been brought into the 21st century and is ready to be your next home. Perfect for those looking to get out of the rental rat-race and own their home at an affordable price. Close to shopping, dining, commuter routes, numerous recreational destinations and everything that Sussex County has to offer. Located in Sparta Township but with a Lafayette mailing address, the home is very close to Routes 15, 94, 206, and 517, near the centers of Sparta and Newton as well as the antiquing hubs of Lafayette and Andover, several farm-stands, agricultural attractions, ski resorts, water parks, lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails and more. Laundry hook-ups in main bedroom closet, basement and attic only accessible from outside, use caution for any ice if entering the basement, attic not accessible for showings but has plenty of room for storage. Come take a look and make this your new home today.
LISTING CLOSED: 02/21/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by MICHAEL CECALA • RE/MAX HOUSE VALUES

Property Details for 285 Houses Corner Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
3942261
Days on Market
8
Taxes
$4,834 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1947
Lot Size
0.39 AC / 16,988 SF
County
Sussex County
Style
Ranch, Detached
Directions
Route 15 North to Left on Houses Corner Rd/Limecrest Rd, house on left. Property is in Sparta Twp with a Lafayette mailing/mapping address.
Days On Market
8
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Ranch
Section/Subdiv/Development
Lafayette Mailing/Mapping
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Building Information for 285 Houses Corner Road

Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.39 AC / 16,988 SF

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Property Information for 285 Houses Corner Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: SPARTA
  • Grade School: ALPINE
  • High School: SPARTA
  • Active Days on Market: 9
  • Renovated Year: 2024
  • County #: Sussex
  • Town Name: Sparta Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 11002
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 2820.0
  • Street # Display: 285.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 6
  • County Or Parish: Sussex
  • Street Name: Houses Corner Rd
  • Zip Code: 07848-2237
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $4,834
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 134700.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2818-11002-0000-00006-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $4
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
  • Other Fees: 115.0
  • Other Fee Freqency: Quarterly
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Crushed Stone, Driveway-Exclusive, Gravel, Off-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Sump Pump
  • Approx Sq Ft: 800.0
  • Lot Description: Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 6
  • Approximate Lot Size: 163X83
  • Total Acres: 0.39
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1947
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 25900.0
  • Assessment Land: 108800.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Water: Private, Well
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: OilAbOut
  • Sewer: Private, Septic, Septic 3 Bedroom Town Verified
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Storage Shed, Thermal Windows/Doors
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CODetect, FireExtg, SmokeDet, TubShowr
  • Flooring: See Remarks, Tile
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Bilco-Style Door, Partial, Unfinished
  • # Baths: 1.0
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • # Bedrooms: 2
  • Easement: Unknown
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Country Kitchen, Not Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Outside Entrance, Storage Room, Utility Room
  • Dining Area: Living/Dining Combo
  • Level 1 Rooms: 2Bedroom,BathMain,LivDinRm
  • Level 2 Rooms: Attic
  • # Rooms: 4
  • Other Room 3: Living/Dining Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Attic
  • Other Room 2 Level: Second
  • Other Room 5: Utility Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 285 Houses Corner Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3942261

$331,500—
Feb 11, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1551485306

$331,500

+84.6% / yr

Jan 30, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3942261

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3942261

$331,500
02/11/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1551485306

$331,500

+84.6% / yr

01/30/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3942261

—

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Public Records for 285 Houses Corner Road

Taxable ValueLand$108,800Additions$25,900Total$134,700
Tax Record2025$4,941 ($412 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt800 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,530 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947Year Renovated1947ZoningEDCountySUSSEXAPN18-11002-0000-00006

Schools near 285 Houses Corner Road

This home is within Sparta Township Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mohawk Avenue Elementary School
Public - 3
Sparta Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sparta High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sparta Alpine Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Mohawk Avenue Elementary School
Public3

Sparta Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sparta High School
Public9 to 12

Sparta Alpine Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
286 Houses Corner Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
$435,000
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6,210
87,120
281 Houses Corner Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
$235,000
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2,607
112,385
275 Houses Corner Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
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1,152
40,467
280 Houses Corner Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
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89,254
269 Houses Corner Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
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40,293

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