161 E Ward St
Hightstown, NJ 08520
3 Beds
1,079 sqft
3 Beds
1,079 sqft
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1899
Living Area
1,079 sqft
Price/Sqft
$397
Parking
Garage
About this House
Make an offer on this historic home overlooking Peddie Lake, built in 1900, at the foot of the bridge. This home with its hand-carved wood panels and clever use of space, exemplifies the emerging Arts and Crafts movement in house design. The outside presents a charming appearance with its balconies, gables, and dormer windows. Inside, the house is a marvel of ingenuity and workmanship. Of special interest in the living room is diamond light windows and carved flowered moldings. Every inch of space has been utilized so that there is plenty of room for everything. It is full of quaint corners, two closed fireplaces, some stenciled walls, hand-carved mantels, paneled doors, and the original wide pumpkin pine floors in the dining room on the first level.A wonderful heated sun porch off the family room has a view of the lake where one can sit with your coffee and see 150 feet of lake view. There is a barn/ wagon house with workshop. Roof and furnace are almost brand new.As Is-Owner NEGOTIABLE ON PRICE
161 E Ward St, Hightstown, NJ 08520 is a 3 bedroom, 1,079 sqft single-family home built in 1899. It last sold for $173,000 on Oct 7, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $428,600, with a rent estimate of $3,459/month.
Home Details for 161 E Ward St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OilHeating Fuel: Oil |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details Attic |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
Security Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake Shingle, TileExterior: Wood |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1899 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 10454 sqft |
Price History for 161 E Ward St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/07/2013 | $173,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/22/2013 | $190,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/07/2013 | $190,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/22/2012 | $235,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/07/2012 | $239,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Hightstown
Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $9,840 |
| Assessment | $200,700 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 161 E Ward St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.29 | Single-Family Home | $375,000 | 09/15/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,472 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $175,000 | 11/12/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,852 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $460,000 | 12/09/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,498 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $640,000 | 05/08/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,587 | |
0.58 | Single-Family Home | $429,000 | 10/21/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,092 | |
0.47 | Single-Family Home | $284,000 | 08/29/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,074 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $640,000 | 03/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,812 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $484,000 | 03/20/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,388 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | $574,000 | 07/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,900 | |
0.60 | Single-Family Home | $515,000 | 04/27/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,945 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 161 E Ward St.
- Hightstown High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1616 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageUnfair treatment towards students unreasonable suspensions overall not a good environmentParent Review4mo ago - Grace Norton Rogers School
- PK-5
- Public
- 591 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is fantastic. Both the principal and vice principal are engaged not only with the kids, but the parents alike and the teachers truly care about the success of the children. Success can mean different things for each child and all involved work to identify what that means for the individual child and continue to support the needs to help him/her achieve that success. VERY PLEASED!!!Parent Review8y ago - Melvin H Kreps School
- 6-8
- Public
- 1160 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAs a former student who just graduated , I feel it’s important to speak out about the unfair treatment happening at my school. One of the biggest issues is how female students are targeted when it comes to dress code especially those with more developed bodies !!!! It’s disturbing that male teachers are often the ones enforcing these rules, which makes many girls feel uncomfortable and judged. Two students can wear the same outfit, yet only one gets dress coded based on her body type. That’s not okay. All students deserve to be treated equally, regardless of how they look.Bullying is another huge problem here. The staff rarely take it seriously, and when we do report things, they claim they’ll fix it but never actually do. It feels like our voices don’t matter. Many teachers abuse their power and treat students with disrespect. The environment isn’t supportive or safe I t’s stressful. The food in the cafeteria is also really bad, and our concerns about it are always brushed off.Lastly, the assistant principals seriously need more education on how to communicate with students. If they want respect, they should lead by example and earn it, not demand it. Overall, this school has a lot of issues that need real change, not just empty promises.Other Review10mo ago - Walter C. Black Elementary School
- K-2
- Public
- 510 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI misss this school and it was great i met new friends and made friends that are teachers.Other Review2y ago 
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What Locals Say about Hightstown
At least 40 Trulia users voted on each feature.
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
78 % Say people would walk alone at night
78 % Say kids play outside
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say car is needed
68 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
66 % Say streets are well-lit
62 % Say there are community events
60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
60 % Say it's quiet
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say there's wildlife
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Frequently asked questions about 161 E Ward St
- What is 161 E Ward St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 161 E Ward St in Hightstown, NJ is $428,600.
- What is the price history for 161 E Ward St?161 E Ward St in Hightstown, NJ last sold for $173,000 in October 2013.
- Is Hightstown a buyer's or seller's market?Hightstown is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Hightstown?Residents describe Hightstown, NJ as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Hightstown, NJ.
- How big is the lot at 161 E Ward St?The lot at 161 E Ward St in Hightstown, NJ is about 0.24 acres (10,454 sq ft).
- Does 161 E Ward St have a garage?Yes, 161 E Ward St in Hightstown, NJ has a garage.