Step into a remarkable 1806 Colonial where timeless character meets thoughtful modern updates. Featured in magazines and books, this unique home welcomes you with original pumpkin pine floors, multiple fireplaces, a dining room with exposed beams, and a country kitchen that blends historic detail with everyday comfort. A spacious family room addition opens to an expansive, private outdoor setting ideal for entertaining or relaxing.The home offers multi-zone heating and cooling, updated electrical, and a circular driveway leading to a detached two-car garage with workshop. Upstairs are three bedrooms plus two flexible rooms that can serve as guest space or extra living areas. On the main level is the advertised fourth bedroom, along with a dedicated office and an additional flexible space that provides further versatility for a study, den, or mudroom. The primary suite features a walk-in closet, a well-appointed bath, and a cozy wood-burning stove.Recent improvements by the current owners include a paved stone driveway, new roofs on the garage and workshop, and an expanded patio. A one-year home warranty is included for the buyer. Chimney/fireplace sold as-is.This is a rare opportunity to own a home that blends historic significance with modern livability offering space, character, and flexibility in a truly unique setting.
Under contract
Price cut: $10K (4/23)
$839,900
962 Old York Rd, Branchburg Twp., NJ 08853
4beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1806
1.43 Acres Lot
$831,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Multiple fireplacesCircular drivewayMulti-zone heating and coolingWell-appointed bathExpanded patioDedicated officeCozy wood-burning stove
- 55 days |
- 1,669 |
- 87 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Fawn Schweizer 908-377-4096,
Weichert Realtors
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4013859
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
- Level: First
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 11 x 24
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Features: Utility Room
Heating
- Baseboard - Hotwater, Zoned, Radiators - Hot Water, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 2 Units, Central Air, Ductless Split AC, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Level 1
Features
- Leisure Room, Office
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Yes,Partial,Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Foyer/Hall, Kitchen, Living Room
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Driveway-Exclusive, Detached Garage, Loft Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch(es), Patio
Lot
- Size: 1.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.43
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage Shed, Workshop
- Parcel number: 2705000730000000010000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Custom Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1806
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Extra Charge
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: Neshanic Station
Location
- Region: Neshanic Station
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $787,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,349
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$831,700
$790,000 - $873,000
$4,348/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Pending sale | $839,900 |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $839,900-1.2% |
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| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,900+13.3% |
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| 3/26/2024 | Sold | $749,900 |
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| 2/9/2024 | Pending sale | $749,900 |
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| 1/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,900+38.9% |
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| 4/29/2019 | Sold | $540,000-1.8% |
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| 3/22/2019 | Pending sale | $550,000 |
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| 3/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $550,000+3.8% |
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| 9/11/2013 | Sold | $529,900-1.9% |
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| 5/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $539,900+61.2% |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Flemington Office #3034526 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/1998 | Sold | $335,000+22.5% |
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| 2/2/1995 | Sold | $273,500 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,036 +9.3% | $722,600 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $11,930 +4.1% | $661,300 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $11,464 +0.3% | $612,700 +7.1% |
| 2022 | $11,430 | $572,300 +5.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $540,700 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $11,615 +1.1% | $534,200 -0.9% |
| 2019 | $11,488 | $539,000 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $11,488 -0.3% | $531,600 +0.4% |
| 2017 | $11,526 +4% | $529,700 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,079 +3.2% | $519,200 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $10,733 +1.2% | $506,800 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,606 +0.2% | $496,900 +0.9% |
| 2013 | $10,584 +1.9% | $492,600 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $10,387 +1.7% | $496,900 +0.5% |
| 2011 | $10,210 +0.3% | $494,600 -0.8% |
| 2010 | $10,181 -3.8% | $498,800 -4.2% |
| 2009 | $10,586 | $520,500 -8.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $567,600 -0.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $572,500 -0.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $577,400 +9.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $526,000 +28.3% |
| 2004 | $8,628 | $410,100 +0.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $407,000 +4% |
| 2002 | -- | $391,400 +16.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $335,200 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$5,430/mo
Principal & interest
$4093
Property taxes
$1337
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08853
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Whiton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Stony Brook Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whiton
- Middle: Central
- High: Somerville
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Jersey
- Somerset County
- Branchburg Township
- 08853
- 962 Old York Rd
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