In a market dominated by the expected, this deceptively spacious geodesic dome home in Raritan Township offers something altogether different. Inspired by the visionary designs of Buckminster Fuller, its distinctive form reflects a philosophy of efficiency, sustainability, and living in harmony with the landscape. What makes this property especially compelling is not just its architecture, but the surprising amount of space it contains inside and out. The true star of the property is the backyard. Deep, grassy, and partially preserved, it stretches toward the neighboring grounds of Desmares Elementary School, creating a sense of openness that is increasingly difficult to find. A large kitchen with abundant workspace adjoins the family room, where sliders connect directly to the backyard. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a finished attic area reached via a ladder, and two full bathrooms, including a private bath in the primary suite. Two full bathrooms serve the main level near a flexible room that could serve as a guest room. An attached two-car garage opens into a spacious mudroom, setting the stage for a home that balances character with practicality. Rare for its alternative design, generous footprint, and remarkable setting, here is a chance to own not just a home, but a piece of very cool architectural history!
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$579,900
20 Sand Hill Rd, Raritan Twp., NJ 08822
3beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
2.45 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished attic areaDistinctive formAttached two-car garageSpacious mudroom
- 2 days |
- 1,450 |
- 79 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Timothy J. Soltis 609-397-1974,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Ir
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4035662
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Description: Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 315
- Dimensions: 21 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Family room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 418
- Dimensions: 22 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Separate Dining Area
- Level: Ground
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Living room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Basement
- Features: GameRoom, Laundry, RecRoom, SeeRem, Utility
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Office, Rec Room, See Remarks, Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Yes,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 2.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 2.4500
Details
- Parcel number: 1921000080000000190002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle,See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas In Street
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Septic 4 Bedroom Town Verified
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Gas In Street
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Flemington
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $373,800
- Annual tax amount: $11,322
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $579,900+66.2% |
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| 6/3/2012 | Listing removed | $2,300 |
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| 4/25/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,300 |
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| 2/18/2012 | Listing removed | $349,000 |
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| 9/24/2011 | Price change | $349,000-7.9% |
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| 7/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $379,000+104.9% |
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| 2/10/1993 | Sold | $185,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,829 | $373,800 |
| 2024 | $10,829 +6.4% | $373,800 |
| 2023 | $10,182 +3.9% | $373,800 |
| 2022 | $9,805 +2% | $373,800 |
| 2021 | $9,610 +2.1% | $373,800 |
| 2020 | $9,416 +1.2% | $373,800 |
| 2019 | $9,300 +1.6% | $373,800 |
| 2018 | $9,158 +1.8% | $373,800 |
| 2017 | $8,994 +2.6% | $373,800 |
| 2016 | $8,766 +1.3% | $373,800 |
| 2015 | $8,650 +0.1% | $373,800 |
| 2014 | $8,639 +1% | $373,800 |
| 2013 | $8,549 +0.9% | $373,800 |
| 2012 | $8,470 +0.1% | $373,800 |
| 2011 | $8,463 +4.1% | $373,800 |
| 2010 | $8,128 +1.4% | $373,800 -0.3% |
| 2009 | $8,020 +1.4% | $374,900 -7.1% |
| 2008 | $7,911 +0.2% | $403,600 |
| 2007 | $7,895 | $403,600 +75.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $229,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08822
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10F A Desmares Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10J P Case Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 6/10Hunterdon Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fa Desmares Es
- Middle: Jp Case Ms
- High: Hunterdon Cent
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- New Jersey
- Hunterdon County
- Flemington
- 08822
- 20 Sand Hill Rd




