Minutes from Princeton this ranch-style home located in a quiet neighborhood sits on 3 acres in a park-like setting with mature trees. Inside, you will find hardwood floors and newer windows throughout. The kitchen is freshly painted with charming rustic cabinets. Cozy up to the wood-burning fireplace in the living room or enjoy a quiet meal in the formal dining room with its unique architectural details, or entertain in the spacious screened-in porch. The master bedroom has an en-suite half bath and a walk-in closet. The property offers plenty of potential for expansion. This home can be found in the award winning Montgomery school system.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,977 (+1.8%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2024
$9,797 (+0.1%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2023
$9,783 (+6.2%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2022
$9,211 (+0.9%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2021
$9,131 (+0.9%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2020
$9,054 (+0.7%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2019
$8,991 (+2.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2018
$8,780 (+1.6%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2017
$8,645 (+1.8%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2016
$8,493 (+3.7%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2014
$8,193 (+1.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2013
$8,082 (−25.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2011
$10,831 (+2.3%)
$288,000 + $113,000
$401,000
2010
$10,586 (+1.1%)
$288,000 + $113,000
$401,000
2009
$10,470
$288,000 + $113,000
$401,000
Tax history for 288 Opossum Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,977 (+1.8%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2024
$9,797 (+0.1%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2023
$9,783 (+6.2%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2022
$9,211 (+0.9%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2021
$9,131 (+0.9%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2020
$9,054 (+0.7%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2019
$8,991 (+2.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2018
$8,780 (+1.6%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2017
$8,645 (+1.8%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2016
$8,493 (+3.7%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2014
$8,193 (+1.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2013
$8,082 (−25.4%)
$172,800 + $113,000
$285,800
2011
$10,831 (+2.3%)
$288,000 + $113,000
$401,000
2010
$10,586 (+1.1%)
$288,000 + $113,000
$401,000
2009
$10,470
$288,000 + $113,000
$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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,566
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Somerset County
APN
1327001 00026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Approximate Lot Size: 3
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,566
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Somerset County
APN: 1327001 00026
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 732-297-1100
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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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Historical weather
Skillman, NJ • 08558-2604
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$666,000 – $806,000
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