Beautifully updated and ready for its next chapter, this home offers lovely curb appeal with a wood front porch and refreshed landscaping that create a welcoming first impression. Step inside to an oversized foyer filled with natural light. The formal living room offers flexible space that can adapt to a variety of needs, while the inviting family room provides a comfortable setting for relaxing or gathering. The updated kitchen showcases granite countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and convenient access to the laundry room and access to the back yard. A dining room just off the kitchen creates an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the character of the original moldings downstairs paired with thoughtful modern updates. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom offers generous closet space, accompanied by two additional bedrooms and brand-new carpeting throughout the upper level. The third bedroom provides access to the newly carpeted attic, a versatile bonus space full of possibilities for storage, hobbies, or other permitted uses. The unfinished basement presents an opportunity for future customization, while the charming backyard offers plenty of room to enjoy outdoor gatherings or simply unwind. This home features thousands of dollars in recent improvements, including a brand-new roof, new garage doors, new vinyl fencing, new sewer line, new carpet and blinds, and new stainless steel kitchen appliances. It also includes a PSE & G Home Performance insulation certification with targeted energy-efficiency upgrades designed to improve indoor comfort and help reduce utility costs. This move-in-ready property combines timeless character with valuable modern updates.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
7,497 sq ftLot Size
$209Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by John R. Wuertz• BHHS Fox & Roach - Robbinsville
Farnerville, located between the Delaware River waterfront and U.S. Route 130, is a residential and riverside Burlington neighborhood with a working-marina edge and leafy side streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Burlington City Waterfront Promenade near High Street, where benches, river views, and seasonal foot traffic set a relaxed pace. Brick rowhomes and older detached houses mix with small-lot blocks that feel tied to the city’s colonial street grid. The waterfront reads as the daily backdrop, with boats, birds, and open sky shaping the atmosphere. Downtown Burlington’s independent storefronts and civic buildings sit close enough to define the rhythm without turning the area into a commercial strip. The result is a calm, walkable pocket with a strong sense of place anchored by the river.
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Market insights
821 Salem Rd · $420,000
DAYS ON MARKET
10 days
The average home goes pending in 32 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$420,000
Median sale price in this area is $452,515. (8% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic
Tub with shower
Ceiling fan(s)
Combination kitchen and dining area
Dining area
Family room off kitchen
Traditional floor plan
Window treatments
Drywall walls and ceilings
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the upper level
Bathrooms
One full bathroom (upper level)
One half bathroom (main level)
Kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Gas oven/range
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Main-floor laundry
Gas water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Luxury vinyl plank
Heating & cooling
Central heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Programmable thermostat
Exterior features
Porch(es)
Street lights
Sidewalks
Landscaping
Rear yard
Fully vinyl fenced
Home design
Detached structure
Shingle roof
Above- and below-grade structures noted
Parking
Detached 2-car garage with front entry
Driveway with space for 4 vehicles
Concrete driveway and crushed stone parking
Total of 6 garage and parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Municipal trash service
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath property that blends character with modern comfort! From the moment you step onto the inviting front porch, you’ll feel right at home. Inside, the main floor offers a spacious family room, a formal dining room, and a convenient powder room. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, soft-close cabinets, granite countertops, and gas cooking—a dream setup for anyone who loves to cook. Just off the kitchen, you’ll find a laundry area that keeps life easy and efficient. Upstairs, there are three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath with a beautifully tiled shower. The primary bedroom stands out with its generous size and cozy sitting area, perfect for relaxing after a long day. Need more space? The third floor offers endless potential—finish it off as a bonus room, office, or play space, or simply use it for extra storage. The basement provides even more flexibility—set it up for entertaining (yes, there’s even a pool table included!) or use it for additional storage. Outside, the 2-car detached garage is perfect for vehicles, hobbies, or a workshop. With a new HVAC system and tasteful updates throughout, this home is move-in ready and offers incredible value. Come see how this one checks all the boxes—schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Apr 8, 1996
Sold
$121,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,758 (+2.6%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2024
$7,565 (+1.8%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2023
$7,432 (+1.1%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2022
$7,350 (+1.5%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2021
$7,243 (+3.7%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2020
$6,985 (+4.9%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2019
$6,661 (+1.7%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2018
$6,548 (+3.2%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2017
$6,347 (+3.9%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2016
$6,107 (+7.2%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2014
$5,695 (+2.7%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2013
$5,545 (+2.8%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2012
$5,396 (−4.5%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2011
$5,648 (+5.8%)
$47,200 + $127,500
$174,700
2010
$5,339 (+6.4%)
$24,000 + $100,600
$124,600
2009
$5,018
$24,000 + $100,600
$124,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,501 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,700
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,700
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burlington County
APN
0500065 00002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 24, 2026.
R-2
Suburban Residential Neighborhood District
In addition to the intent of the R-1 Residential District, it is the intent of the R-2 Residential District to promote the following: Medium-density housing in appropriate locations; Limited quasi-public uses appropriate for residential neighborhoods; Maintenance and enhancement of the neighborhoods as a walkable community with preserved local character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Park & open space
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Burlington, NJ • 08016
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 821 Salem Rd
$421,083
$1,083 over list price of $420K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $400K to $483K.