Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,478 sqft

523 Front St, Dunellen, NJ 08812

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.17 acresLot Size
$284/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Recapture the past in this immaculate classic side hall colonial built to endure and redesigned to delight. A commuters' special, convenient to most everything. The ageless beauty features lovingly preserved chestnut trim, beautifully remodeled Kitchen w/granite counters,cherry cabinets and cherry floor, sun filled Family Room addition(built to accommodate a future second level)with highlights like palladian windows, wood burning stove w/ brick wall&slate hearth & random width wood flooring. Full...Recapture the past in this immaculate classic side hall colonial built to endure and redesigned to delight. A commuters' special, convenient to most everything. The ageless beauty features lovingly preserved chestnut trim, beautifully remodeled Kitchen w/granite counters,cherry cabinets and cherry floor, sun filled Family Room addition(built to accommodate a future second level)with highlights like palladian windows, wood burning stove w/ brick wall&slate hearth & random width wood flooring. Full bath with jetted tub on first floor. Upstairs full bath too. Updates also include 200 amp electric, furnace 1yr., CAC. Plus a full basement (even under the addition) wil Bilco door to outside and attic with access from upstairs hall(fixed stairs). Outside, the deck overlooks the roomy back yard featuring a patio, coy pond and garage sized shed. Truly a home for the future while savoring the Colonial charm of yesteryear. NOT a flood zone and no water from hurricane IDA.
  • Listed by: BARBARA C. SEIF • ERA BONIAKOWSKI REAL ESTATE
Listing closed: 12/03/2021 12:00 AM • Source: CJMLS, MLS#: 2204082R
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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 523 Front Street

Property Details

  • Taxes: $8,572 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Zoning: RA
  • Year Built: 0
  • Subdivision Name: Dunellen

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,501 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • State Or Province: NJ
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, See Remarks, Driveway
Owner
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,572.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Association Fee2 Frequency: Monthly
  • Other Fees: $.00
  • Monthly Payment: $.00
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Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1478.0
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Living Area: 1478.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1722
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 50.00
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7501.0
Property and Assessments
  • Water Source: Public
  • Parcel Number: 0300034000000005
  • Photos Count: 0
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Senior Community: No
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan
  • Electric: 200 Amp(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Free Standing
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Water Filter, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, Family Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Other, Attic
  • Pool Features: None
  • Postal Code: 08812
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1009
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Basement: Full, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
  • Basement Area: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Jacuzzi-Type, Tub Only, Tub Shower
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Area: 99.0
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
  • Family Room Area: 294.0
  • Family Room Length: 21.0
  • Kitchen Area: 130.0
  • Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
  • Living Room Area: 156.0
  • Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Living Room Width: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Area: 156.0
  • Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer, Water Filter, Gas Water Heater
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Exterior Features
  • Service: Garbage-Extra Charge
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Curbs, Deck, Patio, Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Yard, Insulated Pane Windows
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2

Multi Family

Income & Expenses Information
  • Maintenance Expense: $0

Property History for 523 Front Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 3, 2021

Sold

GSMLS #3740822

$420,000—
Dec 2, 2021

Sold

CJMLS #2204082R

$420,000—
Dec 2, 2021

Sold

CJMLS #2204082R

$420,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/03/2021

Sold

GSMLS #3740822

$420,000
12/02/2021

Sold

CJMLS #2204082R

$420,000
12/02/2021

Sold

CJMLS #2204082R

$420,000

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

Public Records for 523 Front Street

Taxable Value

Land

$96,100

Additions

$453,000
Total$549,100

Tax Record

2025

$12,003 ($1,000 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

1,656 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,656 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

7,501 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1898

Year Renovated

1898

Zoning

RA

County

MIDDLESEX

APN

03-00034-0000-00005

Schools near 523 Front Street

This home is within Dunellen Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
John P. Faber Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lincoln Middle School
Public6 to 8

Dunellen High School
Public9 to 12

New Life Christian School
PrivateK to 6

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