Here is your chance to own this adorable bungalow on a beautiful corner lot just minutes from downtown Princeton. Located in the quaint, desirable Griggstown section on a private dead-end street. Featuring a charming living room with a fireplace and hardwood floors that flow into the dining area. All on one level includes one bedroom and one full bath. and a small bonus room. There is a pull-down stair to a good-sized attic and a full basement that offers tons of possibilities. The home is located on a scenic street, with a generous size backyard. The detached garage is connected by an open breezeway. 2 sheds are included selling strictly as-is. This is an Estate Sale. Minutes to the Delaware Raritan Canal in the Kingston area for water recreation and trails and close to the Bunker Hill Golf Course include community access to a private clubhouse that offers community events as well as gatherings for personal use. Conveniently located close to schools, shopping, and restaurants. Princeton Train station offers EZ commute to NYC. This home is being sold as an Estate Sale and Selling strictly As-Is.
Sold for $350,000
$350,000
51 Forest Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540
1beds
774sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.3 Acres Lot
$509,000 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$2,256 Estimated rent
Home value
$509,000
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Detached garageAdorable bungalowHardwood floorsScenic streetPrivate dead-end streetPrinceton train stationKingston area
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Listed by:
Cindy Jablonski 609-577-9715,
Diamond Homes Realty
Bought with:
Susan Steber, 8330628
RE/MAX Tri County
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJSO2002862
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 774
- Total interior livable area: 774 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 774
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 72.00 x 0.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 080002500015
- Zoning: R40
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Subdivision: Bernardsville Mtn
- Municipality: FRANKLIN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/25/2024 | Sold | $350,000+12.9%$452/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJSO2002862 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2023 | Pending sale | $309,900$400/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2002862 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $309,900$400/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2002862 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,413 +7.8% | $424,100 +7.8% |
| 2024 | $6,875 +2.2% | $393,300 +12.4% |
| 2023 | $6,727 +27.7% | $350,000 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $5,268 | $300,000 +20% |
| 2021 | -- | $250,000 +4.2% |
| 2020 | $5,321 +11.5% | $240,000 -1.5% |
| 2019 | $4,771 | $243,600 |
| 2018 | $4,771 -8.5% | $243,600 +4.3% |
| 2017 | $5,214 +0.7% | $233,600 |
| 2016 | $5,177 +2.1% | $233,600 |
| 2015 | $5,072 +0.9% | $233,600 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $5,025 +8.6% | $232,600 -0.4% |
| 2012 | $4,628 -3.2% | $233,600 |
| 2011 | $4,779 -8% | $233,600 -6% |
| 2010 | $5,195 -10.3% | $248,600 -14.2% |
| 2009 | $5,790 | $289,800 -5.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $306,300 +17.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $260,200 +7% |
| 2004 | $2,139 | $243,200 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $226,700 +21.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $186,300 +37.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $135,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Griggstown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Claremont Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Sampson G Smith SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 3/10Franklin Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin Township School
- Middle: Franklin Township School
- High: Franklin Township
- District: Franklin 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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Estimated market value
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