55 Mercer Street

Closed 1/2/18

Last Sold Price

$350,000

5 beds2 baths2,380 sqft$147/sqft

55 Mercer St, Hamilton, NJ 08690

Description

Welcome to this distinct, historic landmark home in Hamilton Sq. Built in late 1800's and only owned by 2 families. This beautifully maintained Victorian Colonial with stunning architecture from a period of grace and elegance, boasts 5 graciously sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. Grand foyer with 3 story, meticulously handcrafted staircase. Soaring ceilings define the main living space with pumpkin pine flooring, original decorative moldings and custom built-ins and stained glass windows giving a...Welcome to this distinct, historic landmark home in Hamilton Sq. Built in late 1800's and only owned by 2 families. This beautifully maintained Victorian Colonial with stunning architecture from a period of grace and elegance, boasts 5 graciously sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. Grand foyer with 3 story, meticulously handcrafted staircase. Soaring ceilings define the main living space with pumpkin pine flooring, original decorative moldings and custom built-ins and stained glass windows giving a sense of wealth and warmth that evokes the era in which the house was built. Kitchen offers an abundance of built-in cabinetry, storage, wood exposed beams and brick walls that add character. Main floor bath with old fashioned pull chain tank. Second bathroom with stall shower and whirlpool tub. Full finished basement. This luxurious property provides over 2,600 square feet of living space that is spread over 3 floors. Front and side covered porches, outdoor gazebo and richly appointed wrought iron fencing. Undoubtedly this timeless treasure will be enjoyed for generations to come; schedule your private showing today.

LISTING CLOSED: 01/02/2018 12:00 AM

Listed by Edward J Smires Jr. • Smires & Associates
P: (609)-638-2904 ed.smires@smiresrealty.com

Property Details for 55 Mercer Street

Status

Closed

MLS #

1004026847

Days on Market

Taxes

$7,500 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1860

Lot Size

0.12 AC / 5,240 SF

County

Mercer County

Tax ID Number

03-01836-00017

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

French

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Garage

Subdivision

COLLEGE PARK

Subdivision

COLLEGE PARK (MERCER NJ)

Cross Street

CUBBERLY

Municipality

HAMILTON TWP

Central Air

Basement

Yes

Room Count

Above Grade Finished SQFT

2,380.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

New Construction

Property Condition

Good

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Building Information for 55 Mercer Street

Stories-Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,240 SF

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Principal and Interest

$1,779

Property Taxes

$625

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Property Information for 55 Mercer Street

Location

School District Name: HAMILTON TOWNSHIP
School District County ID: 300200396172

Elementary School: SAYEN (MERCER NJ)
Middle Or Junior School: EMILY C REYNOLDS (MERCER NJ)
County: MERCER
MLS Area: Hamilton Twp (21103)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2016
Tax Assessed Value: $262,800

Improvement Assessed Value: $189,000
Land Assessed Value: $73,800
Zoning: RESID
Tax Lot: 00017

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1

Upper Level 1

# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
Stories: Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Other
Room Length: 11.0

Room Width: 16.0
Room Level: Lower 3
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 11 X 16
Room Description: GAME RM

Room 2

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Unspecified

Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 14.0

Room Width: 20.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 14 X 20

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Length: 13.0

Room Width: 18.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 13 X 18

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Length: 12.0

Room Width: 20.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 12 X 20

Room 6

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 20.0

Room Width: 14.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 20 X 14
Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking

Room 7

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Length: 18.0

Room Width: 13.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 18 X 13

Room 8

Room Type: Family Room
Room Length: 11.0

Room Width: 20.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 11 X 20

Room 9

Room Type: Other
Room Length: 12.0

Room Width: 16.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 12 X 16
Room Description: 5TH BDR

Room 10

Room Type: Other
Room Length: 22.0

Room Width: 20.0
Room Level: Lower 3
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 22 X 20
Room Description: DEN

Room 11

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 11.0

Room Width: 13.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 11 X 13

Room 12

Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 14.0

Room Width: 22.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 14 X 22

Room 13

Room Type: Other
Room Length: 7.0

Room Width: 18.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Dimensions: 7 X 18
Room Description: FOYER

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,380.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
Total SQFT: 2,380.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3043/5787/7311/304357877311_512_384_WM_DRoqNZzhjy0KAtrj.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 0
Property Attached Y/N: false

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 40X131
Fencing: Other

Sign On Property: Yes
Parcel ID: 2093106

Parking

Type Of Parking: On Street
Parking Features: Street

Interior Features

Interior Features: Attic/House Fan, Stain/Lead Glass, WhirlPool/HotTub, Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: No

Fireplaces Count: 0
Accessibility Features: None
Security Features: Security System
Window Features: Bay/Bow
Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)

Access To Pool Y/N: No
Pool: No Pool
Other Structures: Above Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling: Yes

Cooling Type: Wall Unit
Heating Type: Gas, Baseboard
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: 100 Amp Service

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: CORE Association of REALTORS

Property History for 55 Mercer Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jan 2, 2018	Closed BRIGHT #1004026847	$350,000	—
Dec 28, 2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613491037	$350,000	—
Nov 24, 2017	Pending BRIGHT #1004026847		—
Nov 1, 2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004026847	$394,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
01/02/2018	Closed BRIGHT #1004026847	$350,000
12/28/2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #613491037	$350,000
11/24/2017	Pending BRIGHT #1004026847	—
11/01/2017	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004026847	$394,900

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

Public Records for 55 Mercer Street

Taxable ValueLand$73,800Additions$198,600Total$272,400

Tax Record2025$10,101 ($842 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,380 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,380 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860Year Renovated1860ZoningR10CountyMERCERAPN03-01836-0000-00017

Schools near 55 Mercer Street

This home is within Hamilton Township Public School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Sayen Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.6 mi
4/10	Emily C Reynolds Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.8 mi
4/10	Hamilton East-Steinert High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.0 mi
3/10	Kisthardt Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	4.2 mi
5/10	McGalliard Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	K to 5	3.4 mi
NR	Faith Christian School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Sayen Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.6 mi
4/10	Emily C Reynolds Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.8 mi
4/10	Hamilton East-Steinert High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.0 mi
3/10	Kisthardt Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	4.2 mi
5/10	McGalliard Elementary School PublicK to 5 Nearby school	3.4 mi
NR	Faith Christian School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.3 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 55 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$350,000	5	2	2,380	5,240
49 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$540,500	5	2	2,279	10,620
43 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	–	–	–	2,770	10,441
50 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$395,000	4	2	2,286	18,550
71 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690	$420,000	5	2	–	13,500
56 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$363,000	4	2	2,258	11,350
15 Mapleshade Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08690	–	–	–	1,536	12,898
64 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690	$160,000	4	1	–	10,890
44 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690	$300,000	3	2	–	21,000
35 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$295,000	–	–	1,440	9,322
21 Mapleshade Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08690	–	–	–	1,524	7,501
81 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$390,000	–	–	2,116	13,499
22 Mapleshade Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08690	–	–	–	1,440	7,950
30 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$430,000	4	4	2,056	9,625
25 Mercer Street, Hamilton, NJ 08690	–	–	–	2,080	1,803
27 Mapleshade Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08690	$580,000	3	3	2,120	7,501

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