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  • Price cut: $25K (6/8)
    $700,000

    535 Rt 523, Readington Twp., NJ 08889

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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1850
    4.22 Acres Lot
    $688,600 Zestimate®
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    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two fire pitsThree bedroomsLarge tree swingNew roof
    Thoughtfully restored 1850 farmhouse on 4.2 well-cared-for acres along with a newly built detached workshop offering 600 sf of space, a loft area, built-in shelving and 240v electrical service. Two new extensions with Pella windows in 2025, making three bedrooms and three full baths. All rooms have been renovated including a new chef's kitchen w/8 burner gas stove, marble and butcher block counters, and an all new three-room primary bedroom suite w/views of the property. Enter the home through the side door into the mud room w/laundry and full bathroom attached. Original wood floors have been refinished throughout. Large covered deck off kitchen added in 2024. New roof, Hardi-siding w/sheathing, insulation, windows, gas furnace and hot water heater completed in 2015. Timeless facade facing the street, life is truly lived on the rest of the fenced and open/wooded 4.2 acres. Walking trails meander the property through woods and lawns. Large tree swing, zipline, treehouse, and two fire pits. Great schools top off the package, all within a 3 minute drive to the Whitehouse train station, Main St, local shops and parks. Officially a "two-bedroom septic system with fully passing inspection completed 4/2026 (report available), with minor repairs completed at time of listing, ready for decades more of use. Full-size unfinished 3rd floor attic can be finished into separate rooms. The unfinished full basement is dry and currently used for storage. New basement windows 2026.
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    Listed by:

    Marlene Orlandi 908-872-3825,

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4028951MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 377
      • Dimensions: 29 x 13
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 15 x 13
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Stall Shower
      Dining room
      • Features: Formal Dining Room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 15 x 13
      Family room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 15 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Country Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
      • Level: First
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 x 12
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 15 x 13
      Basement
      • Features: Storage Room, Utility Room
      Heating
      • 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Thermal Windows/Doors
      • Basement: Yes,Full,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Non-Functional

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 8
      • Parking features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt
      • Uncovered spaces: 8
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Open Porch(es)
      • Fencing: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 4.22 Acres
      • Dimensions: 4.22 AC
      • Features: Level, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Shed, Workshop
      • Parcel number: 1922000250000000440000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1850
      • Major remodel year: 2024

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Gas-Natural
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available, Garbage Extra Charge

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Whitehouse Station

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $348,000
      • Annual tax amount: $9,737
      • Date on market: 5/26/2026
      • Ownership type: Fee Simple
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $688,600

        $654,000 - $723,000

        $3,834/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/8/2026Price change$700,000-3.4%
        Source: GSMLS #4028951 Report a problem
        5/26/2026Listed for sale$725,000+110.1%
        Source: GSMLS #4028951 Report a problem
        2/7/2023Sold$345,000-12.7%
        Source: GSMLS #3816570 Report a problem
        1/2/2023Pending sale$395,000
        Source: GSMLS #3816570 Report a problem
        11/11/2022Listed for sale$395,000+108%
        Source: GSMLS #3816570 Report a problem
        1/6/1999Sold$189,900
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,121 $348,000
        2024$9,121 $348,000 +6.1%
        2023-- $328,000
        2022-- $328,000
        2021-- $328,000 +12.6%
        2020-- $291,200
        2019-- $291,200
        2018-- $291,200
        2017-- $291,200
        2016-- $291,200
        2015-- $291,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 08889

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        22 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Whitehouse
        • Middle: Readington
        • High: Huntcentrl

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