Welcome to this charming, inviting, and totally renovated wood shake home set on a low-traffic street with a cul-de-sac feel, nestled in one of Piscataway's most desirable neighborhoods. Recent upgrades include new cabinets and new flooring. This classic bi-level residence features 5 bedrooms, a spacious living and dining room combination, perfect for everyday comfort and seamless entertaining. The interior is highlighted by a blend of timeless character and versatile living spaces across its 1,956 square feet. The main level offers a functional and elegant kitchen with a quartz countertop, bright living areas, and 3 bedrooms, while the lower level provides 2 bedrooms and a recreation room. Step outside through the deck to enjoy a large private backyard.
Sold for $780,000
$780,000
12 Thornton Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854
5beds
1,956sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.27 Acres Lot
$780,700 Zestimate®
$399/sqft
$4,325 Estimated rent
Home value
$780,700
$710,000 - $859,000
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Large private backyard
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Listed by:
VINCENT BARICAUA,
RE/MAX OUR TOWN 732-419-9300,
TONYA L. MOREEN,
RE/MAX OUR TOWN
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2610008R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Firealarm, 2 Bedrooms, Laundry Room, Bath Half, Family Room, Utility Room, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Bath Main, Bath Second, Dining Room, None
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,956
- Total interior livable area: 1,956 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Garage, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Assigned
Features
- Levels: Two, Bi-Level
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Sidewalk, Storage Shed
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 174.00 x 0.00
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1707801000000009
- Zoning: R20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Piscataway
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Sold | $780,000+7.6%$399/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2610008R Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Contingent | $725,000$371/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2610008R Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Pending sale | $725,000$371/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4007038 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+57.6%$371/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2610008R Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $460,000$235/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2601645R Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,432 +35.9% | $707,700 +35.9% |
| 2024 | $9,883 -0.5% | $520,700 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $9,932 -1.7% | $489,000 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $10,106 +2.1% | $461,900 +6.1% |
| 2021 | $9,903 +1.5% | $435,300 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $9,757 +2.9% | $419,900 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $9,484 +6.8% | $419,000 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $8,881 -10.8% | $411,400 +8.2% |
| 2017 | $9,952 +1.5% | $380,100 |
| 2016 | $9,804 -11.7% | $380,100 |
| 2015 | $11,097 +33.8% | $380,100 -11.6% |
| 2014 | $8,292 +5.2% | $430,100 +252.8% |
| 2013 | $7,884 +0.1% | $121,900 |
| 2012 | $7,878 +5.5% | $121,900 |
| 2011 | $7,469 +1.3% | $121,900 |
| 2010 | $7,373 +4.5% | $121,900 |
| 2009 | $7,052 | $121,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $121,900 |
| 2007 | $23,904 +2.1% | $121,900 |
| 2006 | $23,412 +4.8% | $121,900 |
| 2005 | $22,344 | $121,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $121,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $121,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $121,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $121,900 |
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Neighborhood: Society Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Martin Luther King Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Quibbletown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Piscataway Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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- New Jersey
- Middlesex County
- Piscataway
- 08854
- Society Hill
- 12 Thornton Ln
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