Set on a 1.24-acre property, this 5-bedroom home offers a blend of generous living space and thoughtful layout. A welcoming foyer opens to a formal living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. The country kitchen has been updated with SS appliances and a large center island, and opens to a dining area with fireplace, ideal for everyday living.The adjoining family room is filled with light and has vaulted ceilings, a 3rd fireplace w/ access to the deck & patio, creating that indoor-outdoor connection.The main level includes a convenient FIRST-FLOOR primary suite, complete with a renovated bath w/soaking tub, steam shower, dual vanity, walk-in closet, & dressing area. Two additional bedrooms & full bath complete this level. Upstairs, two more bedrooms share a full bath. Off the kitchen, is a half bath, laundry/mudroom, garage access, & staircase leading to a large bonus room ideal for a playroom or future expansion.Outdoor living is a highlight, w/a large deck, patio, & level yard offering possibilities for play, gardening, or entertaining.Additional features: basement w/wine cellar & storage, whole-house generator, gutter heaters, new furnace & sump pump, & a newly paved driveway.Ideally located within a top-rated school system, near parks/shopping/dining, & NYC transportation, this home has a perfect balance of comfort and convenience.Back on market due to buyer financing home appraised and inspections completed. A second opportunity to own a truly special home.
For sale
Price cut: $95.4K (3/27)
$1,299,000
209 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
6beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$1,320,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dining area with fireplaceVaulted ceilingsNewly paved drivewayDual vanityLarge bonus roomSteam showerLarge center island
- 9 days |
- 3,634 |
- 120 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 03, 2026 at 07:44am
Listed by:
RICHARD RIZZUTO,
RAREFIED REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, LLC 908-334-1090
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 260005855
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Gas Oven
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 2 Cars, Attached
Details
- Parcel number: 0202502000000001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Basking Ridge
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $941,700
- Annual tax amount: $15,105
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Inclusions: all fixtures and appliances
- Exclusions: personal property of the seller
Estimated market value
$1,320,400
$1.25M - $1.39M
$6,758/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2026 | Pending sale | $1,299,000 |
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| 4/7/2026 | Contingent | $1,299,000 |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000-6.8% |
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| 3/8/2026 | Contingent | $1,394,444 |
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| 3/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,394,444 |
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| 12/7/2025 | Price change | $1,394,444-0.3% |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+3.7% |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,349,108 |
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| 9/25/2025 | Pending sale | $1,349,108 |
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| 9/18/2025 | Contingent | $1,349,108 |
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| 9/7/2025 | Price change | $1,349,108-6.9% |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $1,449,000-1.8% |
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| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $1,475,000-1.6% |
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| 6/24/2025 | Price change | $1,499,000-6.3% |
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| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000 |
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| 5/18/2025 | Listing removed | $1,599,000 |
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| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+91.5% |
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| 7/16/2007 | Sold | $835,000+6.4% |
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| 10/26/2005 | Sold | $785,000+74.4% |
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| 4/27/1998 | Sold | $450,000 |
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Public tax history
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
$8,511/mo
Principal & interest
$6443
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: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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