Extensively updated Custom Colonial on a private 3-acre lot in a popular neighborhood. A slate walk leads to dual front entrances. The 2-story foyer opens to the large living room and formal dining room with a wood-burning fireplace. The family room...
has new skylights and transom-topped French doors to the yard with an expansive slate patio. The gourmet kitchen has a granite-topped center island, abundant cabinetry, tile backsplash, and newer stainless steel appliances. The breakfast area has sliders to the deck. The primary bedroom suite features 2 walk-in closets and an en-suite bath with a jetted tub, stall shower, and double sinks. All bedrooms have ample closets. The bonus recreation room has window seats, storage, and a convenient 2nd-floor laundry area with new split AC/Heat. The full basement includes a finished game room. The mudroom has cabinets and shoe racks. Other updates include a newer roof and energy-efficient hybrid heat pump/oil furnace with a humidifier. The neighborhood is close to schools, including Blue Ribbon Voorhees High School, Columbia Trail, and Ken Lockwood Gorge. Convenient for commuting near Rts 78, 31, 22, and bus/train service.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 769 Backhus Estate Rd
Date
Event
Price
GSMLS #3911764
Aug 23, 2024
Sold
$836,500
Jul 17, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2024
Listed
$799,900
Public Records
Jan 4, 2006
Sold
$719,500
Public Records
Aug 23, 2000
Sold
$480,000
Public Records
Aug 7, 1995
Sold
$65,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,687 (+6.1%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2024
$17,611 (+4.2%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2023
$16,906 (+5.0%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2022
$16,094 (+3.7%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2021
$15,515 (+3.5%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2020
$14,986 (+9.9%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2019
$13,638 (−0.2%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2018
$13,661 (+3.1%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2017
$13,245 (+3.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2016
$12,818 (+8.4%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2014
$11,822 (−0.8%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2013
$11,920 (−0.8%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2012
$12,022 (−1.7%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2011
$12,235 (−6.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2010
$13,063 (−1.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2009
$13,239
$136,300 + $354,600
$490,900
Tax history for 769 Backhus Estate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,687 (+6.1%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2024
$17,611 (+4.2%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2023
$16,906 (+5.0%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2022
$16,094 (+3.7%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2021
$15,515 (+3.5%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2020
$14,986 (+9.9%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2019
$13,638 (−0.2%)
$170,100 + $459,300
$629,400
2018
$13,661 (+3.1%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2017
$13,245 (+3.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2016
$12,818 (+8.4%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2014
$11,822 (−0.8%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2013
$11,920 (−0.8%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2012
$12,022 (−1.7%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2011
$12,235 (−6.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2010
$13,063 (−1.3%)
$108,500 + $354,600
$463,100
2009
$13,239
$136,300 + $354,600
$490,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,353
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hunterdon County
APN
1900037 00023 21
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Approximate Lot Size: 3.01
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 3,353
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Hunterdon County
APN: 1900037 00023 21
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 908-735-8140
Around this home
Schools
Valley View Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Woodglen Elementary School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
Voorhees High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Glen Gardner, NJ • 08826-2203
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$916,000 – $1.11M
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