Welcome to this beautiful custom Mediterranean-style home in the desirable Backhus Estates, set on just over 5 acres of lush, private property. Originally built in 1937, this home is filled with charm and character you won't find anywhere else. Enter through the arched foyer into the spectacular living room with custom hand-carved mahogany moldings, ornamental trim, high ceilings, original lighting and a wood burning fireplace. An arched doorway leads to the conservatory, surrounded by custom bookcases, and a cozy library just off the living room. The large formal dining room with a french door that opens to the patio and picturesque landscapes of surrounding area. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space and direct access outdoors for easy indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs you'll find the primary bedroom with its own bath, along with three additional bedrooms, an office, and another full bath. The finished walk-out ground level adds additional living space, complete with a full bath and kitchen perfect for guests, a studio, or an in-law suite. Outside, enjoy oversized circular driveway, mature trees, tranquil surroundings that make this property feel like your own private retreat. New solar panels with battery back up and two EV charging stations. This unique estate blends timeless craftsmanship with endless potential. You are not only buying a home but buying a piece of history.
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$1,069,000
761 Backhus Estate Rd, Lebanon Twp., NJ 08826
4beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
5.04 Acres Lot
$1,045,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceEat-in kitchenHigh ceilingsCozy libraryTwo ev charging stationsOriginal lightingOversized circular driveway
- 31 days |
- 1,024 |
- 42 |
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Listed by:
Bridget Woodell 908-461-0250,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4023171
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 372
- Dimensions: 31 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 357
- Dimensions: 21 x 17
Heating
- Baseboard - Hotwater, Heat Pump, Oil Tank Above Ground - Inside, Solar-Owned
Cooling
- Ductless Split AC
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Conservatory, Leisure Room, Office, Kitchen, Walkout
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 5.04 Acres
- Dimensions: 5.04
- Features: Open Lot, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1919000370000000230003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom Home,Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
Location
- Region: Lebanon Twp
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $451,100
- Annual tax amount: $13,393
- Date on market: 4/25/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,045,500
$993,000 - $1.10M
$4,555/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,069,000 |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listing removed | $1,069,000 |
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| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,069,000-14.5% |
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| 9/19/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+100% |
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| 9/27/2020 | Listing removed | $624,900 |
Source: Weichert Realtors #3654758 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $624,900+65.5% |
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| 11/25/2014 | Sold | $377,500-5.4% |
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| 10/21/2014 | Pending sale | $399,000 |
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| 9/11/2014 | Price change | $399,000-4.8% |
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| 8/16/2014 | Price change | $419,000+2.2% |
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| 6/14/2014 | Price change | $409,900-1.2% |
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| 6/11/2014 | Listed for sale | $415,000 |
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| 4/26/2014 | Listing removed | $415,000 |
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| 3/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $415,000-7.8% |
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| 1/23/2012 | Listing removed | $449,900 |
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| 9/30/2011 | Price change | $449,900-10% |
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| 8/7/2011 | Price change | $499,900-16.5% |
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| 4/9/2011 | Price change | $599,000-7.7% |
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| 2/19/2011 | Listed for sale | $649,000-0.9% |
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| 6/17/2005 | Sold | $655,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,622 | $451,100 |
| 2024 | $12,622 +4.2% | $451,100 |
| 2023 | $12,117 +9% | $451,100 |
| 2022 | $11,120 +3.5% | $451,100 |
| 2021 | $10,741 +1.4% | $451,100 |
| 2020 | $10,596 -0.2% | $451,100 +25.4% |
| 2019 | $10,614 +3.1% | $359,800 |
| 2018 | $10,290 +3.3% | $359,800 |
| 2017 | $9,959 +4.6% | $359,800 |
| 2016 | $9,524 -16.7% | $359,800 |
| 2015 | $11,432 -0.8% | $359,800 -19.7% |
| 2014 | $11,526 -0.8% | $447,800 |
| 2013 | $11,625 -1.7% | $447,800 |
| 2012 | $11,831 -8.9% | $447,800 |
| 2011 | $12,986 -1.7% | $447,800 -8.2% |
| 2010 | $13,215 +1.6% | $488,000 |
| 2009 | $13,005 +0.3% | $488,000 +0.5% |
| 2008 | $12,960 +1.1% | $485,400 |
| 2007 | $12,815 | $485,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $485,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $485,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $485,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $485,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $485,400 +76.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $274,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08826
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Valley View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Woodglen Elementary SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Voorhees High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valleyview
- Middle: Woodglen
- High: Voorhees
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- New Jersey
- Hunterdon County
- Glen Gardner
- 08826
- 761 Backhus Estate Rd
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