This winter, imagine cozying up beside one of your THREE wood-burning fireplaces. Then, when the night winds down, retreat to your FIRST-FLOOR PRIMARY suite, a private sanctuary. The spa-inspired bath offers every luxury steam shower, soaking tub, dual vanity, and private water closet. This home radiates humble charm & elevated comfort, with a hilltop-retreat feel rarely found in Basking Ridge. Beautifully expanded & well maintained, this residence sits on 1.24 east-facing acres. At the heart of the home, the huge open-concept kitchen & dining area, complete with its own fireplace, invites gathering, conversation, & connection. Just steps away, the sun-filled two-story family room delivers remarkable scale & warmth, featuring another striking fireplace & French doors that open effortlessly to the deck and patio. The main level continues w/ two additional bedrooms and two full baths, along with a formal sitting room anchored by the home's third fireplace. Upstairs, two charming bedrooms share a well-appointed Jack-and-Jill bath. For even more space, head above the oversized two-car garage to find a versatile 6th bed/bonus suite. Thoughtful upgrades throughout enhance comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind, including: Brand-new driveway and freshly painted dual garage bays. Whole-house generator. Heated gutters. Custom wine cellar. Expansive deck, patio, & hot tub. Seller financing up to $150,000 may be available for 24 months @ below market interest rate. Tour today!
Under contract
Price cut: $95.4K (3/27)
$1,299,000
209 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
5beds
3,644sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
1.24 Acres Lot
$1,335,500 Zestimate®
$356/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 242 days |
- 3,676 |
- 149 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Richard Rizzuto 908-334-1090,
Rarefied Real Estate Partners, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJSO2004886
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage, Other
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,644
- Total interior livable area: 3,644 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,644
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Built In, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.24 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 020250200001
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bernards Township
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Basking Ridge
- Municipality: BERNARDS TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $356/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $941,700
- Annual tax amount: $16,752
- Date on market: 9/12/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Appliances And Fixtures
- Exclusions: Sellers' Personal Property & Unattached Ff&e
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,335,500
$1.27M - $1.40M
$6,776/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2026 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$356/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4017021 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Contingent | $1,299,000$356/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJSO2004886 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000-6.8%$356/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2004886 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2026 | Contingent | $1,394,444$383/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2004886 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,394,444$383/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3995827 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2025 | Price change | $1,394,444-0.3%$383/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+3.7%$384/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,349,108$370/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2004886 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Pending sale | $1,349,108$370/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Contingent | $1,349,108$370/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJSO2004886 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Price change | $1,349,108-6.9%$370/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $1,449,000-1.8%$398/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $1,475,000-1.6%$405/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Price change | $1,499,000-6.3%$411/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000$439/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3964623 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2025 | Listing removed | $1,599,000$439/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3962604 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+91.5%$439/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3962604 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2007 | Sold | $835,000+6.4%$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2005 | Sold | $785,000+74.4%$215/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/1998 | Sold | $450,000$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,753 +10.9% | $941,700 +10.9% |
| 2024 | $15,105 +2.3% | $849,100 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $14,760 +4.1% | $782,600 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $14,175 | $748,300 +11.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $671,800 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $13,453 +1.4% | $657,200 -0.6% |
| 2019 | $13,261 | $661,400 |
| 2018 | $13,261 +32.9% | $661,400 -0.9% |
| 2017 | $9,977 -26.2% | $667,200 -2.6% |
| 2016 | $13,510 +2% | $685,100 -2.8% |
| 2015 | $13,244 +2.1% | $705,100 +3% |
| 2014 | $12,966 -0.4% | $684,800 +3.1% |
| 2013 | $13,013 +2.6% | $663,900 -1% |
| 2012 | $12,687 +5.2% | $670,400 -0.5% |
| 2011 | $12,054 -3.3% | $674,100 +2.2% |
| 2010 | $12,464 +1.5% | $659,400 -11.3% |
| 2009 | $12,279 | $743,700 -5.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $786,100 +3.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $759,200 +1.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $749,300 +14.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $656,500 +16.8% |
| 2004 | $9,552 | $561,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $561,900 +13.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $495,900 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $480,700 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$8,454/mo
Principal & interest
$6386
Property taxes
$2068
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07920
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oak Street Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10William Annin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak St
- Middle: William Annin M.s.
- High: Ridge
- District: Bernards Township 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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