Tucked away on a serene, private street, this exquisite 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers a harmonious blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. With a 2-car garage featuring insulated garage doors and epoxy floors, this property offers both practical and aesthetic appeal from the moment you arrive. The concrete driveway adds to its pristine presentation, while inside, vaulted cedar ceilings and parquet Teak floors create a sophisticated, yet warm atmosphere. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen, which boasts high-end Bosch and Viking stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile flooring, and a custom-built pantry for ample storage. Whether cooking or entertaining, this kitchen is designed to impress. Adjacent to the kitchen, the formal living room serves as a cozy retreat, featuring a library and a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for curling up with a book on a cool evening. The family room, equipped with a gas fireplace, offers additional space for relaxation or entertaining guests. This property offers both comfort and modern amenities, including central air conditioning, forced hot air, hardwood floors throughout, and recessed lighting that enhances the elegant interior. All bathrooms, including the full bath on the first floor, have been meticulously renovated with modern finishes. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with a STEP-in closet and a luxurious primary bathroom. The enclosed porch offers a tranquil place to unwind, with Anderson windows allowing for uninterrupted views of the lush surroundings. For those seeking a private outdoor escape, the completely private backyard features a Trex deck, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful, park-like views of the Raritan River. Practical updates ensure this home is move-in ready, including a new roof, septic, and public water system, as well as a clean air system and instant hot water heater. The STEP-out basement offers versatile space, with a half bath, office or recreational area, and charming barn door that leads to a circular staircase upstairs. Situated on a full acre of land, this home offers a perfect blend of privacy and natural beauty, while being fully furnished with elegant furniture, making it truly ready for its new owners.
Tucked away on a serene, private street, this exquisite 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers a harmonious blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. With a 2-car garage featuring insulated garage doors and epoxy floors, this property offers both practical and aesthetic appeal from the moment you arrive. The concrete driveway adds to its pristine presentation, while inside, vaulted cedar ceilings and parquet Teak floors create a sophisticated, yet warm atmosphere. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen, which boasts high-end Bosch and Viking stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile flooring, and a custom-built pantry for ample storage. Whether cooking or entertaining, this kitchen is designed to impress. Adjacent to the kitchen, the formal living room serves as a cozy retreat, featuring a library and a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for curling up with a book on a cool evening. The family room, equipped with a gas fireplace, offers additional space for relaxation or entertaining guests. This property offers both comfort and modern amenities, including central air conditioning, forced hot air, hardwood floors throughout, and recessed lighting that enhances the elegant interior. All bathrooms, including the full bath on the first floor, have been meticulously renovated with modern finishes. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with a walk-in closet and a luxurious primary bathroom. The enclosed porch offers a tranquil place to unwind, with Anderson windows allowing for uninterrupted views of the lush surroundings. For those seeking a private outdoor escape, the completely private backyard features a Trex deck, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful, park-like views of the Raritan River. Practical updates ensure this home is move-in ready, including a new roof, septic, and public water system, as well as a clean air system and instant hot water heater. The walk-out basement offers versatile space, with a half bath, office or recreational area, and charming barn door that leads to a circular staircase upstairs. Situated on a full acre of land, this home offers a perfect blend of privacy and natural beauty, while being fully furnished with elegant furniture, making it truly ready for its new owners.
Public Records
Oct 1, 1977
Sold
$87,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,570 (+19.1%)
$393,500 + $408,800
$802,300
2025
$12,237 (+15.0%)
$393,500 + $408,800
$802,300
2024
$10,639 (+3.0%)
$343,500 + $351,400
$694,900
2023
$10,329 (+4.5%)
$343,500 + $240,400
$583,900
2022
$9,880 (+3.9%)
$292,000 + $240,400
$532,400
2021
$9,509 (−2.5%)
$242,000 + $240,400
$482,400
2020
$9,756 (−1.3%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2019
$9,889 (−1.0%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2018
$9,991 (−0.4%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2017
$10,029 (−0.8%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2016
$10,114 (+2.2%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2014
$9,897 (+1.4%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2013
$9,761 (+5.3%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2011
$9,273 (+4.8%)
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
2010
$8,850 (+7.9%)
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
2009
$8,199
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
Tax history for 23 Highwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,570 (+19.1%)
$393,500 + $408,800
$802,300
2025
$12,237 (+15.0%)
$393,500 + $408,800
$802,300
2024
$10,639 (+3.0%)
$343,500 + $351,400
$694,900
2023
$10,329 (+4.5%)
$343,500 + $240,400
$583,900
2022
$9,880 (+3.9%)
$292,000 + $240,400
$532,400
2021
$9,509 (−2.5%)
$242,000 + $240,400
$482,400
2020
$9,756 (−1.3%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2019
$9,889 (−1.0%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2018
$9,991 (−0.4%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2017
$10,029 (−0.8%)
$192,000 + $240,400
$432,400
2016
$10,114 (+2.2%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2014
$9,897 (+1.4%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2013
$9,761 (+5.3%)
$192,000 + $234,600
$426,600
2011
$9,273 (+4.8%)
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
2010
$8,850 (+7.9%)
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
2009
$8,199
$202,000 + $234,600
$436,600
*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
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Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,285
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Somerset County
APN
0800259 00068
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 29, 2026.
R-20
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-20 District is to provide for the continuance of single-family residential development on 0.5-acre lots.