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  • $1,007,000

    538 River Rd, Belle Mead, NJ 08502

    5beds
    4,547sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1741
    1.5 Acres Lot
    $1,007,000 Zestimate®
    $221/sqft
    $6,659 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,007,000

    $866,000 - $1.17M

    $6,659/mo

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    What's special

    Emanating style and charm, this Circa 1740 historic five bedroom Colonial sits high and stately in the River Road Historic District, overlooking breathtaking views of Millstone River Park. Known as the William Baird House, this home has undergone recent additions designed by Perry Morgan. These stunning architectural features combine modern-day conveniences with old world character. Updated kitchen boasts an open stone wall, exposed hand-hewn beams, custom-made cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. A breakfast room is wonderful for everyday use or intimate gatherings. The formal living room - referred to as the Ballroom - is generously proportioned to accommodate memorable entertaining, yet cozy enough for quiet fireside relaxation. The formal dining room (formerly a Billiards Room) has raised-paneled walls and vaulted ceiling that add a timeless elegance to mealtime, where guests will leisurely dine. An office/library awaits creative thoughts. Enjoy a modern-styled family room which looks upon a flagstone courtyard. Master bedroom suite has a nostalgic feel when entering through the dressing/sitting room, and luxurious renovated master bath has a blissful, serene round soaking tub, separate shower, and modern fixtures for those soothing times needed. Four other spacious bedrooms and two full baths are designed for dreamy nights' sleep. Outside, numerous possibilities can be found, with plenty of space for organic gardening, climbing a tree house, or playing/practicing your favorite sport. Two-car detached garage has second floor for private hangouts or storage. Enjoy a country lifestyle, all within twenty minutes or less to area shopping, recreation, NYC/PHL train stations, and award-winning schools.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Stove, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • 9Ft+Ceiling, ExposedBeams, CeilngFan(s), WoodStove
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 4,547 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 8
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Park, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 1.50 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1308001000000026

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1741

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Belle Mead

    Other

    Other facts
    • LocaleListingStatus: ACTIVE
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • SewerSeptic: OnSiteSeptic
    • Water: Well
    • BedroomMaster1Level: Main
    • CookingFuel: GasCooking
    • Design: 2-Story
    • DiningKitchen: EatInKitchen
    • GarageSpaces: 2-CarGarage
    • HotWater: Natural Gas
    • InteriorFeatures: 9Ft+Ceiling, ExposedBeams, CeilngFan(s), WoodStove
    • Kitchen1Level: Main
    • LaundryType: MainFlrLndry
    • LivingRoomLevel: Main
    • MainBedroom: FullBath-MBR, SitArea-MBR, DrssngRm-MBR
    • OtherRm1Level: Upper 1
    • PoolType: NoPool
    • RoomList: Living Room, Bedroom-Master, Bedroom-Second, Bedroom-Third, Kitchen, Other Room 1, Other Room 2, Family Rm, Den/Stdy/Lib, Bedroom-Fourth, Other Room 3, Laundry Room
    • StoryList: Main, Upper 1
    • OtherRm2Level: Main
    • GarageType: Oversizedgar
    • MainEntrance: Living Room
    • BedroomSecond1Level: Main
    • BedroomThird1Level: Main
    • Roof: PitchedRoof
    • State: NJ
    • StructureList: Shed
    • Attics: FlooredAttic
    • ElectricService: 100-150AmpEl
    • Foundation: StoneFound
    • LotDescription: RearYard, FrontYard, Trees/Wooded
    • Parking: 3+CarParking, Drvwy/Off Str
    • InteriorSquareFeetSource: Assessor
    • OtherRm3Level: Main
    • BedroomFourth1Level: Main
    • FamilyRoomLevel: Main
    • LaundryRoomLevel: Main
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/12/2018Sold$477,500-40.3%$105/sqft
    Source: GSMLS #3388764
    7/18/2005Sold$800,000+54.6%$176/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    2/24/2003Sold$517,500+42.6%$114/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    9/14/1998Sold$363,000$80/sqft
    Source: Public Record

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$15,580 $461,500
    2024$15,580 -1.4%$461,500
    2023$15,797 +7.1%$461,500

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 08502

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Montgomery M.S.
    • High: MONTGOMERY
    • District: Montgomery Twp

    Source: The 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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