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Off Market Sep 2024 for $565K

$782,468

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,386/mo

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1,544

sq ft

278 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 08558

About this home

This wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch located in the Skillman section of Montgomery has so much to offer! Situated on a private and serene 2.5 acres of land, this home features hardwood floors throughout, a LR/DR combo with a wood burning fireplace and an Eat-in-kitchen with a beautiful stone floor. The spacious master bedroom has a ceiling fan, built in wood shelves, and a lovely bay window. The master bath has a tub/shower and two sinks. This home also features a sun room with ceramic tiled floors and access to the large deck and park-like backyard. In the hallway to the other bedrooms, you will find 3 cedar closets, a shoe closet and a pantry. A picturesque entrance leads you up a long driveway to a one car garage. Although there is no inside access, there is a door to the back yard. If you are looking for a quiet and charming place to call home, you have found it with this one!

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

2.54 acresLot Size

$507Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by LAURIE MACHALANY • C-21 BARROOD REALTORS

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•Source:CJMLS #2413285R

Redfin Estimate

$782,468

$217K since sold in September 2024$95K since July

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This home's estimate is 0.3% lower than the average sale price ($785K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$750,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,156 sq ft
285 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 08558
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$650,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,512 sq ft
57 Washington St, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,076,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,528 sq ft
347 Mountain View Rd, Skillman, NJ 08558
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$795,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,861 sq ft
76 Harvard Cir, Princeton, NJ 08540
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18 Oxford Cir, Skillman, NJ 08558-2009
$680,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
18 Oxford Cir, Skillman, NJ 08558-2009
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
28 Deer Run Dr, Belle Mead, NJ 08502
$760,000
F
4 beds2 baths— sq ft
28 Deer Run Dr, Belle Mead, NJ 08502

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$3,684/mo

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Market trends in 08558, NJ

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$995K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

8 days MoM

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6 MoM

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Sale history for 278 Opossum Rd

Date

Event

Price

GSMLS #3907676

Sep 6, 2024

Sold

$565,000

$366/sq ft

Jul 1, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 13, 2024

Listed

$544,900

$353/sq ft

CJMLS #2413285R

Sep 6, 2024

Sold

$565,000

$366/sq ft

Jun 20, 2024

Contingent

—

Jun 13, 2024

Listed

$544,900

$353/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 20, 2001

Sold

$297,000

$192/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #NJSO105372

Feb 16, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Nov 3, 2000

Listed

$297,000

$192/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 1, 1983

Sold

$111,000

$72/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,999 (+1.8%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2024

$13,746 (+0.1%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2023

$13,726 (+6.2%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2022

$12,924 (+0.9%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2021

$12,812 (+0.9%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2020

$12,704 (+0.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2019

$12,615 (+2.4%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2018

$12,319 (+1.6%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2017

$12,130 (+1.8%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2016

$11,917 (+3.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2014

$11,496 (+1.4%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2013

$11,340 (+4.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2011

$10,831 (+2.3%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2010

$10,586 (+1.1%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2009

$10,470

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

Tax history for 278 Opossum Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,999 (+1.8%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2024

$13,746 (+0.1%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2023

$13,726 (+6.2%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2022

$12,924 (+0.9%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2021

$12,812 (+0.9%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2020

$12,704 (+0.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2019

$12,615 (+2.4%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2018

$12,319 (+1.6%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2017

$12,130 (+1.8%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2016

$11,917 (+3.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2014

$11,496 (+1.4%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2013

$11,340 (+4.7%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2011

$10,831 (+2.3%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2010

$10,586 (+1.1%)

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

2009

$10,470

$279,700 + $121,300

$401,000

*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

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.54 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,544

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Somerset County

APN

1327001 00024

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Attached, See Remarks

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Level: First
Master Bedroom Features: Sitting Area, Two Sinks, Full Bath

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0

Dining Room Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area, Galley Type

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities

Room Information
# of Rooms: 7

Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, See Remarks
Stories Total: 1
Window Features: Blinds
Interior Features: Blinds, Cedar Closet(s), 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Attic, Living Room, Bath Full, Bath Main, Dining Room, Florida Room, None

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Asphalt

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.54
Lot Size Area: 2.54
Lot Features: See Remarks

Land Information
Water Source: Well

Property Information
Has Property Attached: No
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Restrictions YN: false

Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,544
Levels: One

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $12,924

Utilities

Utility Information
Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: See Remarks

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Zoned, Baseboard, Steam

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,544
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Somerset County
APN: 1327001 00024

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage-Extra Charge
Transaction Type: Sale

Around this home

Schools

Orchard Hill Elementary School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.7mi

Montgomery Upper Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Montgomery High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

8/10

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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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$744,000 – $900,000

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Home values near 278 Opossum Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
303 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2971 Sq. Ft.	$961,000
294 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2640 Sq. Ft.	$859,252

Address	Redfin Estimate
309 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 2313 Sq. Ft.	$820,440
266 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$704,513

Address	Redfin Estimate
300 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$828,221
288 Opossum Rd, Skillman, NJ 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$700,024

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