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    • $700,000

    285 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 08558

    4beds
    2,156sqft
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    $5,008/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1955
    3 Acres Lot
    $767,200 Zestimate®
    $325/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This inviting 4 bedroom, expanded ranch with an open kitchen in the heart of the home is set on 3 park-like acres close to the highly regarded Montgomery Schools, library, playground, shopping & restaurants! Inside, the kitchen takes center stage! Chef’s will delight in the 48” 6 burner range with a griddle, double oven & exhaust hood, all SS appliances, granite counters, island, pantry, expanded open eating area with skylights, bar sink & add’l cabinets plus an all year sunroom adding light & bringing the outdoor views in. The living room features a beamed ceiling, fireplace with built-ins plus large window & flows right into the dining room which also boasts built-in storage with a nod to mid century design. The 4th bedroom is privately in the front of the house, while the primary bedroom with its own bath, 2 more bedrooms & the updated main bath are in the back of the home. All with views of the backyard. The large paver patio & outdoor kitchen are ready for morning coffee or evening BBQs. The finished basement provides a comfortable space for entertaining, relaxing, work or play. Imagine watching movies in the Winter next to the stone fireplace! As a bonus for car enthusiasts, wood workers, hobbyists or those looking for a Man Cave or She Shed is an oversized 2 car detached garage (plus a 1 car attached garage) with a workshop & 2nd floor loft for storage. A great place to watch Sunday Football! Don’t miss out on one floor living with the bonuses of a gourmet expanded kitchen, finished basement & detached garage/workshop. Peace of mind comes from a boiler (2025), water heater (2026) & septic (2026). Your property is private, but so conveniently located. A new Whole Foods, Ulta & more are opening this year. 10 minutes to downtown Princeton & Princeton University.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tracy Sonner 732-586-8286,

    Keller Williams Greater Brunswick

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJSO2005770MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Chute
      Features
      • Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting
      • Flooring: Tile/Brick, Carpet
      • Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement, Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Partially Finished,Partial,Sump Pump
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,156
      • Total interior livable area: 2,156 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,156
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 11
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Crushed Stone, Gravel, Attached, Detached, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Uncovered spaces: 8
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Barbecue
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3 Acres
      • Features: Level, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 132800100016
      • Zoning: R-2
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1955

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: On Site Septic, Septic = # of BR
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Skillman
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Skillman
      • Municipality: MONTGOMERY TWP

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $325/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $500,200
      • Annual tax amount: $17,461
      • Date on market: 6/26/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $767,200

        $729,000 - $806,000

        $4,638/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Pending sale$700,000$325/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2005770 Report a problem
        7/7/2026Contingent$700,000$325/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2005770 Report a problem
        6/26/2026Listed for sale$700,000+77.2%$325/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2005770 Report a problem
        10/29/2001Sold$395,000$183/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$16,887 $500,200
        2024$16,887 -1.4%$500,200
        2023$17,122 +7.1%$500,200
        2022$15,981 $500,200
        2021-- $500,200
        2020$15,736 +2.4%$500,200
        2019$15,366 $500,200
        2018$15,366 +36.2%$500,200
        2017$11,282 -22.4%$500,200
        2016$14,536 +1.2%$500,200
        2015$14,361 +1.5%$500,200
        2014$14,146 +2.8%$500,200
        2013$13,761 +1.9%$500,200
        2012$13,510 +2.3%$500,200
        2011$13,205 +1.1%$500,200
        2010$13,060 +2%$500,200
        2009$12,800 $500,200
        2008-- $500,200
        2007-- $500,200
        2006-- $500,200
        2005-- $500,200 +45.1%
        2004$8,082 $344,800
        2003-- $344,800 +10.3%
        2002-- $312,600 +13.8%
        2001-- $274,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 08558

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Orchard Hill
        • Middle: Montgomery Township Upper
        • High: Montgomery H.s.
        • District: Montgomery Township Public 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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