A one-of-a-kind gem for those who appreciate beautiful waterfront living, value privacy and enjoy nature while still wanting to be close to the pulse of Central NJ and all it has to offer. This bright and airy home was completely rebuilt in 2010 with a contemporary and open floor plan featuring lots of natural lighting that brings the outdoors inside. The only thing left from the original structure is a Cold War era bomb shelter that remains accessible. Located right off a major New Jersey thoroughfare, in contrast this dead-end street offers a peaceful setting. The very close proximity to the NYC bus stop makes it a commuters dream. Academics will appreciate how close it is to Rutgers University and the vibrant city of New Brunswick. Boaters will love the property as it has a groomed path to your own private slip for kayak and canoe launching, with potential for much more. Situated on an extremely rare one acre of waterfront property, a truly unique feature is a one-room standalone structure perched high over the Raritan River directly across the water from 90-acre Donaldson Park offering breathtaking panoramic views. Supposedly built by the Army Corps of Engineers before the house was constructed, the lookout building'' has a wood burning fireplace, plus electric and plumbing lines (plumbing not currently hooked up) Building sold "as is". Best to visit in daylight hours. Showings begin November 3. Open house November 6.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! OVER AN ACRE OF PROPERTY ON A SURREAL PARK-LIKE LOT SITTING RIGHT ON THE RARITAN RIVER WITH A BOAT SLIP, A BOAT HOUSE AND A LOOKOUT TOWER W/ A WOODBURNING FIREPLACE OVERLOOKING THE RARITAN RIVER WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS OF THE NEW BRUNSWICK SKYLINE! WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE. A MUST SEE!!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,553 (+2.6%)
$426,000 + $127,200
$553,200
2024
$16,128 (+3.0%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2023
$15,660 (+2.2%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2022
$15,327 (+0.4%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2021
$15,266 (+0.4%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2020
$15,210 (+1.9%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2019
$14,921 (+2.3%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2018
$14,582 (+4.1%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2017
$14,003 (+0.8%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2016
$13,890 (+4.3%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2014
$13,317 (+0.8%)
$101,900 + $134,900
$236,800
2013
$13,211 (+52.2%)
$101,900 + $134,900
$236,800
2011
$8,682 (+3.3%)
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
2010
$8,404 (+2.7%)
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
2009
$8,184
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
Tax history for 5 Carpender Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,553 (+2.6%)
$426,000 + $127,200
$553,200
2024
$16,128 (+3.0%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2023
$15,660 (+2.2%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2022
$15,327 (+0.4%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2021
$15,266 (+0.4%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2020
$15,210 (+1.9%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2019
$14,921 (+2.3%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2018
$14,582 (+4.1%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2017
$14,003 (+0.8%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2016
$13,890 (+4.3%)
$426,000 + $189,800
$615,800
2014
$13,317 (+0.8%)
$101,900 + $134,900
$236,800
2013
$13,211 (+52.2%)
$101,900 + $134,900
$236,800
2011
$8,682 (+3.3%)
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
2010
$8,404 (+2.7%)
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
2009
$8,184
$96,600 + $66,200
$162,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
154 ft.
Lot depth
292 ft.
Lot size
1.03 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
744
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1300702 00012 01
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
R-2
Single-Family Residential District
The intent and purpose of this district is to provide for the expansion and preservation of the integrity of low and medium density single-family residential areas within the community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
Dining Room Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Granite/Corian Countertops, Separate Dining Area
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Stories Total: 2
Interior Features: 4 Bedrooms, Den, Bath Full, Unfinished/Other Room, Laundry Room, Other Room(s), 1 Bedroom, Bath Half, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, None