Welcome to 538 Fordham Ave, a delightful and spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch-style home ideally situated in Burlington Township. Nestled right behind the iconic local favorite, Stewart's Root Beer, this prime location combines neighborhood charm with ultimate convenience. Built in 1957 and sitting on a generous 0.21-acre lot, this single-level residence offers a seamless blend of classic character and functional everyday living. Prime Location: Situated in a highly walkable neighborhood featuring sidewalks and placing you right around the corner from local dining landmarks and parks. Top-Tier Education: Located within the sought-after Burlington Township School District (serving B. Bernice Young Elementary, Hopkins Middle School, and Burlington Township High School). Features a classic brick fireplace as the focal point of the primary bedroom, gleaming(can be) hardwood flooring, and the added convenience of main-floor laundry. Functional Layout: Includes an eat-in kitchen equipped with a built-in range and refrigerator, four well-proportioned bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms across 1,734 square feet of main-level living space. Outdoor & Parking: Enjoy a level, fenced-in rear yard with a chain-link fence, perfect for gatherings. Ample off-street parking includes an attached built-in garage, a private driveway, and plenty of space for guests. Whether you are looking to downsize to single-floor living or searching for a family home in a fantastic community, this property delivers on every front. We look forward to your visit!!! This one was tough to price because it needs a new vision and updates but it is a great home in an awqesome neighborhood!!!!
For sale
$400,000
538 Fordham Ave, Burlington, NJ 08016
4beds
1,734sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
9,357 Square Feet Lot
$405,600 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ronald Palentchar 609-923-4013,
RE/MAX World Class Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJBL2120108
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 450
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Side Entrance,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Workshop
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,184
- Total interior livable area: 1,734 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,734
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached, Off Street, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 9,357 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0600101 0400004
- Zoning: R-12
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Slab, Block
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sunset Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Burlington
- Municipality: BURLINGTON TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,433
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$405,600
$385,000 - $426,000
$2,905/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+45.5%$231/sqft |
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| 7/3/2007 | Sold | $274,900$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,413 +1.5% | $211,500 |
| 2024 | $6,318 | $211,500 |
| 2023 | -- | $211,500 |
| 2022 | $6,290 -1% | $211,500 |
| 2021 | $6,353 | $211,500 |
| 2020 | $6,353 +1.5% | $211,500 |
| 2019 | $6,258 +0.6% | $211,500 |
| 2018 | $6,220 -12.3% | $211,500 |
| 2017 | $7,092 +1.8% | $211,500 -10.5% |
| 2016 | $6,969 +3.8% | $236,400 |
| 2015 | $6,714 +1.9% | $236,400 |
| 2014 | $6,586 +3% | $236,400 |
| 2013 | $6,392 +7% | $236,400 |
| 2012 | $5,971 +3.2% | $236,400 |
| 2011 | $5,785 +3.2% | $236,400 |
| 2010 | $5,603 +0.7% | $236,400 |
| 2009 | $5,565 +7.7% | $236,400 |
| 2008 | $5,168 | $236,400 |
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Neighborhood: 08016
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: B. Bernice Young E.s.
- Middle: Hopkins
- High: Bths
- District: Burlington Township
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






