181 E Ward St, Hightstown, NJ 08520
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SOLD
MAY 8, 2026

181 E Ward St
Hightstown, NJ 08520

  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,587 sqft (on 0.44 acres)

$640,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
2% below list $650K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,460/mo*
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$640,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
2% below list $650K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,460/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,587 sqft
(on 0.44 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1928
Lot Size
0.44 acres
Living Area
1,587 sqft
Price/Sqft
$403/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Town and Country! The log cabin style house by the lake in Historical Hightstown, showcased on the Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society 's House Tour. Come and enjoy all that Peddie Lake has to offer. Built in 1928, this delightful cabin-style home is beautifully maintained and offers a unique living experience. The inviting living room with a stunning stone, wood burning, fireplace made in a style similar to the Hightstown firehouse, creates a perfect ambiance for relaxation on chilly evenings. Beautiful original leaded glass windows throughout the home. The kitchen is equipped with appliances including wall oven, range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Spacious two bedrooms with cedar closets, one full and one half bath, charming library/office with a beautiful stained glass light fixture, dining room, and sitting area off of eat in kitchen. Full basement. There is a spacious attic with vaulted ceilings; the space can be finished for use as a studio, or office, or left as an open, airy storage area. A large three-season screened porch overlooking Peddie Lake. There is private lake frontage allowing easy access to canoeing, kayaking, bird watching, fishing, and swimming. Enjoy evenings under the stars on the patio or unwind in the hot tub, surrounded by nature's beauty. Peaceful, serene and walking distance to town, this lovely home is not just a property; it's a place where memories are made, and a lifestyle is embraced. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and community in this enchanting lakeside retreat! Centrally located, easy access to NYC and Philly. There is an option to purchase the adjacent lot, Lot 00031 Block 00028, additional lake front property for $150,000.
181 E Ward St, Hightstown, NJ 08520 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,587 sqft single-family home built in 1928. It last sold for $640,000 on May 8, 2026 (2% below the $650,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2019 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 9, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $640,200, with a rent estimate of $3,498/month.

Home Details for 181 E Ward St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Attic, Basement, Dining Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Kitchen, Library, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1587 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Glass Doors, Stone, Wood BurningSpa: Hot TubHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Lake, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Above GradeExterior: Boat Storage, LightingFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Faces Front,Detached,Driveway,Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Lake, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Swimming AllowedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Water Frontage Ft: 75
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1587 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Log Home,Cabin/Lodge
Building
Construction Materials: Log SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: Appliances, Ceiling Fans, Chandeliers, Scones, Window Treatments, Kitchen Table And Chairs, Shed, Outdoor Table And Chairs, Hot Tub, Front Yard Bench.Parcel Number: 040002800030

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $650,000Price Per Sqft: $403/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 08 2026Possession Timing: 31-60 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: HIGHTSTOWNCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: East Windsor Regional SchoolsJr High / Middle School: Melvin H Kreps SchoolJr High / Middle School District: East Windsor Regional SchoolsHigh School: Hightstown H.s.High School District: East Windsor Regional Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1587 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.44 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: NJME2073014Municipality: HIGHTSTOWN BOROWater ViewWater View: LakeAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1587

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Beth Cardoso, (609) 240-9602
Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC
Bought with: Beth Cardoso, (609) 240-9602, Aughenbaugh Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#NJME2073014

Price History for 181 E Ward St

DatePriceEventSource
05/08/2026$640,000Sold
Bright MLS #NJME2073014
04/21/2026$650,000PendingBright MLS #NJME2073014
03/25/2026$650,000ContingentBright MLS #NJME2073014
02/24/2026$650,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #NJME2073014
04/09/2019$2,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/02/2019$2,400Listed For RentAgent Provided
10/05/2012$360,000Sold
N/A
02/23/2002$274,400Sold
N/A

Market trends in Hightstown

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$15,155
Assessment$309,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 181 E Ward St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12 Davison Rd, East Windsor, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$640,000
03/26/26
3
2
1,812
288 Dutch Neck Rd, East Windsor, NJ
0.22
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$460,000
12/09/25
4
2
1,498
109 Orchard Ave, Hightstown, NJ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$589,000
09/30/25
2
2.5
1,831
108 Orchard Ave, Hightstown, NJ
0.43
Single-Family Home
$615,000
12/15/25
3
1.5
2,788
128 Maxwell Ave, Hightstown, NJ
0.32
Single-Family Home
$690,000
06/05/26
4
3
2,096
222 Morrison Ave, Hightstown, NJ
0.58
Single-Family Home
$600,000
09/22/25
4
2
2,118
141 South St, Hightstown, NJ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$375,000
09/15/25
3
1.5
1,472
219 Maxwell Ave, Hightstown, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$915,000
02/27/26
4
4
3,226
215 Greeley St, Hightstown, NJ
0.65
Single-Family Home
$515,000
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,945

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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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    "It’s a nice neighborhood, friendly and safe! The schools are good and plenty of library and shopping plazas. "
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    "The parks are dog friendly with many trash cans and poo bag receptacles. Most owners keep their dogs on leashes and keep their distance unless you give the okay otherwise "
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    "Easy access to public transit with or without a car. Also easy access to major highways to NYC and Philadelphia. "
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    "It’s a socioeconomic and culturally diverse area with mostly friendly residents but some areas could be improved with better sidewalks etc"
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    "A good mix of families of different ages. The conviennt commute to NYC and/or Philadelphia and the walkable downtown makes this a sought after neighborhood "
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    "It’s a great place to live for dogs. Great places to stay walk and live with dogs. Hightstown has a lot dogs in the area."
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    "Halloween trick or treating on Stockton street. The annual harvest fair in October and the Memorial Day parade"
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  • Boz E.
    "great town and affordable to live there is a lot of work opportunities in this area as well everything is close but also has feel of small suburban town great to raise family "
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    "beautiful town nice and quiet neighborhood family friendly close to shopping a lot of work opportunity with in 15mil radios "
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    "The area has a lot of community parks within close proximity, the harvest festivals in town are great, and the trick or treating is very good. "
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    "is a nice place to live and the people are nice to the area is cool to my children are gown up now but what they little i would that then to the park to play and go for walks when it cool outside we go bike riding to the neighborhood is nice to sometime we cook out to "
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