Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Modern Updates and Amazingly Low Taxes! Step inside this beautifully updated 1888 home and feel the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll notice the natural light streaming through every room, giving the whole house a bright, welcoming feel. The renovated kitchen is truly the heart of the home—featuring sleek countertops, modern cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances that make cooking and entertaining a joy. The updated bathroom feels like a spa retreat with its fresh, modern finishes. The stunning laundry room designed with much more than laundry in mind. You’ll love the formal dining room for family dinners, a cozy living room for relaxing nights in, and a sunny bonus room that’s perfect for your morning coffee or a quiet afternoon read. Upstairs, three cozy bedrooms feature new carpeting and plenty of natural light. The walk-up attic offers easy storage or the potential for a future bonus room. Outside, the fully fenced backyard gives you a private space to play, garden, or unwind—ideal for pets and outdoor living. With property taxes under $1,400 and everything move-in ready, this home is an incredible value for first-time buyers or anyone looking to downsize. Conveniently located near I-95, 295, and the NJ Turnpike, you’ll have easy access to everything while still enjoying a peaceful, neighborhood setting. Come see why this charming home is so easy to fall in love with—it’s ready for its next chapter, and that could be yours.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (1/29)
$279,900
56 Main St, Hancocks Bridge, NJ 08038
3beds
1,342sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern cabinetrySunny bonus roomFresh modern finishesUpdated bathroomNew carpetingRenovated kitchenFormal dining room
- 131 days |
- 579 |
- 38 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 29, 2026 at 09:15am
Listed by:
Shannon Oberman 609-202-4539,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Maturo
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJSA2017140
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,342
- Total interior livable area: 1,342 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,342
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37.00 x 175.00
- Features: Level, Rear Yard, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 050001600012
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hancocks Bridge
- Municipality: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,381
- Date on market: 11/6/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: 4 Window Air-conditioning Units, Range, Refrigerator. Washer / Dryer
- Exclusions: Personal Items
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Shannon Oberman
(609) 202-4539
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/2026 | Price change | $279,900-1.8%$209/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJSA2017140 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Price change | $284,900-3.4%$212/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSA2017140 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $295,000-1.7%$220/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSA2017140 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $300,000+9.1%$224/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSA2017140 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+71.9%$205/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2022 | Sold | $160,000+3.2%$119/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSA2004632 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2022 | Pending sale | $155,000$115/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSA2004632 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2022 | Contingent | $155,000$115/sqft |
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| 7/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $155,000+142.2%$115/sqft |
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| 7/6/2017 | Sold | $64,000$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,382 | $77,700 |
| 2024 | $1,382 +4.6% | $77,700 |
| 2023 | $1,321 +4.9% | $77,700 |
| 2022 | $1,260 +7.4% | $77,700 |
| 2021 | $1,173 -3.6% | $77,700 |
| 2020 | $1,218 -5.1% | $77,700 |
| 2019 | $1,283 | $77,700 |
| 2018 | $1,283 +6.6% | $77,700 |
| 2017 | $1,204 +7.5% | $77,700 |
| 2016 | $1,120 +4.7% | $77,700 |
| 2015 | $1,069 +14% | $77,700 |
| 2014 | $938 -4.8% | $77,700 |
| 2012 | $985 +13.6% | $77,700 |
| 2011 | $867 -16.5% | $77,700 |
| 2010 | $1,038 +29.3% | $77,700 |
| 2009 | $803 | $77,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $77,700 +66% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $46,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $46,800 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,950/mo
Principal & interest
$1341
Property taxes
$609
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08038
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lower Alloways Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lower Alloways Creek Town 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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