A perfect opportunity for a 'Gentleman's Farm' in this wonderful 3200 Sq/Ft Farmhouse Colonial on 11.8 Acres of Great Equestrian Lands w/ Beautiful Plantings, Custom Gardens & Direct Access to the Riding Trails of the Cockaponset State Forest & a short walk to Cedar Lake. You cannot beat this location! Check out our Virtual Reality Tour & those Pics! The Open & Contemporary Floor Plan has 'Nothing but Glass & Sunlight throughout it! Gleaming Hardwoods, Spectacular Fieldstone Fireplace w/ Insert, Large Eat-In Kitchen w/ Breakfast Island, Corian Counters & Built In Ovens. Oil Hot Water Heat, Central AC, Mini Split Hyper Heat & AC, Oversized 2 Car Garage w/ terrific private access to finished space above for those 'Work from Home' Buyers. Four Bedrooms w/ 3 Full Bathrooms and additional living space in the full walk up attic w/ plenty of space for those aging teenagers! It is a great time to buy your dream home! We are always here to help!
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
11.85 acresLot Size
$291Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bill Heenan• William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with Susan Malan• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #24090570
Redfin Estimate
$934,516
$60K since sold in July 2025$7,000 since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 24.6% higher than the average sale price ($750K) of 6 comparable homes.
Stunning views abound with every season from this beautiful house on a hill abutting Cockaponset State Forest. Gentleman's farm? Equestrian farm? Year-round home? Weekend retreat? This unique home on 11.85 acres is calling to you. Numerous up-dates make this home an easy decision. The abundance of glass throughout invites in copious amounts of light showcasing it's incredible setting. The well-appointed kitchen with spacious dining area opens to a stone patio ideal for relaxing or outdoor gatherings. Or you can just cozy up in the living room enjoying the corner fireplace. There's a bright master bedroom as well as two or three other bedrooms for family or guests. A pine covered bonus room on the second floor will house your exercise equipment or office. A surprise wood paneled room on the third level is ideal for a game room. The oversized garage enters a spacious mud room, laundry room on the main level. Surrounded by gorgeous stone walls, mature landscaping, the state forest, and rolling lawns, this property is amazing. Located near Cedar Lake, and near historic Chester Village with its fine restaurants, art galleries, and charming shops, you'll think you're on vacation year round. This may be your only chance to own such a special property at such an affordable price. Come see this home...you deserve it!
Public Records
Oct 24, 2018
Sold
$510,000
$159/sq ft
Smart MLS #170023988
Feb 1, 2018
Sold
$475,000
$148/sq ft
Jan 26, 2018
Pending
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Dec 20, 2017
Listed
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Oct 19, 2017
Listed
$499,900
$156/sq ft
Gentleman's farm? Equestrian farm? Year-round home? Week-end retreat? This unique home on 11.85 acres abutting a state forest is calling to you. The well-appointed kitchen with dining area opens to a stone terrace ideal for informal outdoor gatherings. Or you can just cozy up in the sun-filled living room enjoying the corner fireplace. There's a bright master bedroom as well as two or three other bedrooms for family or guests. A pine covered bonus room on the second floor will house your exercise equipment or office. A surprise wood paneled room on the third level is ideal for a game room. The over-sized two-car attached garage enters a spacious mud room laundry room area on the main level. Surrounded by gorgeous stone walls, mature landscaping, the state forest, and rolling lawns, this property is amazing. Located across from scenic Cedar Lake, near historic Chester Village with it's fine restaurants, art galleries and charming shops, you'll think you're on vacation year round. This may be your only chance to own such a special property at such an affordable price. Come see this home....you deserve it!
Smart MLS #N10200270
Sep 30, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 2, 2017
Listed
$589,300
$184/sq ft
Smart MLS #N10084282
Oct 13, 2016
Listing Removed
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Oct 7, 2015
Listed
$675,000
$211/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,929 (+0.7%)
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2022
$8,869
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2021
$8,869 (−7.8%)
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2020
$9,617 (−0.6%)
$100,520 + $235,490
$336,010
2019
$9,674 (−2.0%)
$100,520 + $235,490
$336,010
2018
$9,876 (+2.8%)
$106,440 + $257,850
$364,290
2017
$9,603 (+0.9%)
$106,440 + $257,850
$364,290
2016
$9,513 (+11.3%)
$106,440 + $265,610
$372,050
2014
$8,550 (−4.9%)
$106,440 + $238,050
$344,490
2011
$8,995
$133,880 + $275,920
$409,800
Tax history for 79 Cedar Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,929 (+0.7%)
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2022
$8,869
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2021
$8,869 (−7.8%)
$65,170 + $235,480
$300,650
2020
$9,617 (−0.6%)
$100,520 + $235,490
$336,010
2019
$9,674 (−2.0%)
$100,520 + $235,490
$336,010
2018
$9,876 (+2.8%)
$106,440 + $257,850
$364,290
2017
$9,603 (+0.9%)
$106,440 + $257,850
$364,290
2016
$9,513 (+11.3%)
$106,440 + $265,610
$372,050
2014
$8,550 (−4.9%)
$106,440 + $238,050
$344,490
2011
$8,995
$133,880 + $275,920
$409,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.85 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,726
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
941663
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 10
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Location: First Floor Laundry
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: Over Garage, Separate Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air, Split System
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Storage, Full With Hatchway