Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds

42 Blackford Rd, Newton, NJ 07860

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.28 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$590/yrHOA Fees
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to your dream LAKEFRONT retreat on Lake Owassa! This charming, fully renovated and remodeled property offers an open concept design that is both light + bright, with numerous windows that provide incredible water views. Imagine waking up to a breathtaking SUNRISE from the home or walk down the gravel path to the lake where you'll find a second deck + floating dock. This delightful FULLY FURNISHED (inc. all contents!) home features 2 cozy bedrooms and 1 beautifully appointed bathroom. The...Welcome to your dream LAKEFRONT retreat on Lake Owassa! This charming, fully renovated and remodeled property offers an open concept design that is both light + bright, with numerous windows that provide incredible water views. Imagine waking up to a breathtaking SUNRISE from the home or walk down the gravel path to the lake where you'll find a second deck + floating dock. This delightful FULLY FURNISHED (inc. all contents!) home features 2 cozy bedrooms and 1 beautifully appointed bathroom. The kitchen is a true showstopper, with no detail overlooked. It boasts stunning sleek countertops, modern gold hardware, island that seats five w/extra storage cabinets, neutral backsplash and SS appliances. Slider door offers direct access to a deck with glass panels, ensuring your view is never compromised. The family room is a perfect gathering space, featuring an oversized picture window and a wood-burning stove, ideal for those chilly nights. The stackable W/D, mechanicals, sink and water softener are located in the basement storage room, accessible via exterior door. This property is not just a home; it's a lifestyle. Convenient to Appalachian Trail and Stokes State Forest too. Motorboats allowed. Lot across street INCLUDED. Enjoy the tranquility of lakefront living with all the modern comforts and stunning design elements. Don't miss the opportunity to make this lakefront gem your own! Community allows short term rentals - property is turn key!
Listing Agent
  1. Brandie Brojan

    Brandie Brojan

    Listing Agent

    COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC

    P: (201) 360-1977

    M: (201) 360-1977

Listing closed: 03/19/2025 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 3940234

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$420,000

Avg days on market

33

Sale-to-list ratio

98.6%

Newton, NJ

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Location

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$4,368 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,737

Property Taxes

$582

HOA Dues

$49

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Property Information for 42 Blackford Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,979 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Style: Lakestyle, Ranch
  • Directions: Route 206 to County 521/West Owassa Turnpike. Left on Blackford Rd. 42 Blackford on Left. Park in gravel driveway or in spot across street.
  • Days On Market: 21
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Primary Style: Lakestyle
  • Section/Subdiv/Development: Lake Owassa

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: FRANKFORD
  • Grade School: FRANKFORD
  • High School: HIGH POINT
  • Active Days on Market: 21
  • Renovated Year: 2023
  • County #: Sussex
  • Town Name: Frankford Twp.
  • Community Living: Yes
  • Block Identifier: 271
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Sage Green
  • Town #: 2805.0
  • Street # Display: 42.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Sussex
  • Street Name: Blackford Rd
  • Zip Code: 07860-4960
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $6,979
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  • Assessment Total: 234700.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2805-00271-0000-00012-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
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  • Assoc/Maint Fee Freq: Annually
  • Assoc/Maint Fee: 590.0
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Additional Parking, Driveway-Exclusive, Gravel
  • # Garage Spaces: 0

Property

Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Water Softener-Own
  • Lot Description: Lake Front
  • Lot Identifier: 12
  • Approximate Lot Size: 50X240
  • Total Acres: 0.28
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1930
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate, Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 70700.0
  • Assessment Land: 164000.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Central Air
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Propane
  • Water: Shared Well
  • Heating: Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: GasPropL
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Amenities: Boats - Gas Powered Allowed, Lake Privileges

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Dock, Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, CODetect, FireExtg, SmokeDet, StallTub
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished, Walkout
  • # Baths: 1.0
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 9x11
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 9x10
  • # Bedrooms: 2
  • Easement: No
  • Fireplace Desc: Wood Stove-Freestanding
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 16x14
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island
  • Living Room Dim: 15x16
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 7x8
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 15x7
  • # Rooms: 5
  • Other Room 3: Foyer
  • Other Room 4: See Remarks
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement

Rental

Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 42 Blackford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3940234

$700,000—
Mar 6, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3940234

—
Jan 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3940234

$700,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3940234

$700,000
03/06/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3940234

—
01/07/2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3940234

$700,000

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

Public records

42 Blackford Road

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

828 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

828 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

12,001 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 42 Blackford Road

This home is within Frankford Township School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Frankford Township Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

High Point Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Cedar Cliff Academy
Private8 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: 42 Blackford Road, Newton, NJ 07860
$700,000
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12,196
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652
11,500
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12,502
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842
14,824
$305,000
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