Town and Country! The log cabin style house by the lake in Historical Hightstown, showcased on the Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society 's House Tour. Come and enjoy all that Peddie Lake has to offer. Built in 1928, this delightful cabin-style home is beautifully maintained and offers a unique living experience. The inviting living room with a stunning stone, wood burning, fireplace made in a style similar to the Hightstown firehouse, creates a perfect ambiance for relaxation on chilly evenings. Beautiful original leaded glass windows throughout the home. The kitchen is equipped with appliances including wall oven, range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Spacious two bedrooms with cedar closets, one full and one half bath, charming library/office with a beautiful stained glass light fixture, dining room, and sitting area off of eat in kitchen. Full basement. There is a spacious attic with vaulted ceilings; the space can be finished for use as a studio, or office, or left as an open, airy storage area. A large three-season screened porch overlooking Peddie Lake. There is private lake frontage allowing easy access to canoeing, kayaking, bird watching, fishing, and swimming. Enjoy evenings under the stars on the patio or unwind in the hot tub, surrounded by nature's beauty. Peaceful, serene and walking distance to town, this lovely home is not just a property; it's a place where memories are made, and a lifestyle is embraced. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and community in this enchanting lakeside retreat! Centrally located, easy access to NYC and Philly. There is an option to purchase the adjacent lot, Lot 00031 Block 00028, additional lake front property for $150,000.
Sold for $640,000
$640,000
181 E Ward St, Hightstown, NJ 08520
2beds
1,587sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.44 Acres Lot
$640,200 Zestimate®
$403/sqft
$3,557 Estimated rent
Home value
$640,200
$570,000 - $717,000
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Listed by:
Beth Cardoso 609-240-9602,
Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Beth Cardoso, 121650
Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2073014
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 13
Other
- Features: Attic - Floored, Attic - Pull-Down Stairs, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29 X 43
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Other
- Features: Attic - Access Panel
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 8
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 3
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Fireplace - Electric, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 27
Library
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Pendants
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 11
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 22
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,587
- Total interior livable area: 1,587 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,587
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Boat Storage, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Lake, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Swimming Allowed
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 75
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Wooded, SideYard(s), Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 040002800030
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home,Cabin/Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hightstown
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: HIGHTSTOWN BORO
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $640,000-1.5%$403/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2073014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2073014 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Contingent | $650,000$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2073014 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+80.6%$410/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2073014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2019 | Listing removed | $2,400$2/sqft |
Source: Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC #NJME274772 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,400$2/sqft |
Source: Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC #NJME274772 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2012 | Sold | $360,000+31.2%$227/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2002 | Sold | $274,400$173/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,155 | $309,100 |
| 2024 | $15,155 +4.7% | $309,100 |
| 2023 | $14,481 +3.7% | $309,100 |
| 2022 | $13,959 +2.3% | $309,100 |
| 2021 | $13,641 +2.9% | $309,100 |
| 2020 | $13,260 +3% | $309,100 |
| 2019 | $12,874 +1% | $309,100 |
| 2018 | $12,741 +0.9% | $309,100 |
| 2017 | $12,630 +0.6% | $309,100 |
| 2016 | $12,549 -0.6% | $309,100 |
| 2015 | $12,630 +3.2% | $309,100 |
| 2014 | $12,243 +23.5% | $309,100 |
| 2013 | $9,915 +1.9% | $309,100 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $9,728 -0.9% | $311,000 |
| 2011 | $9,815 +7.2% | $311,000 |
| 2010 | $9,153 -8.6% | $311,000 |
| 2009 | $10,011 +6.7% | $311,000 +100.8% |
| 2008 | $9,387 +6.3% | $154,900 |
| 2007 | $8,829 | $154,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $154,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $154,900 |
| 2004 | $7,389 | $154,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $154,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $154,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $154,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08520
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWalter C. Black Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Melvin H Kreps SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 6/10Hightstown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Melvin H Kreps School
- High: Hightstown H.s.
- District: East Windsor Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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