424 Route 540, Bridgeton, NJ, 08302
About This Home
Country living with modern updates! Welcome to 424 Route 540 in desirable Hopewell Township, where the charm of an 1830's farmhouse meets today's comforts. This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers 1,836 square feet of inviting living space, featuring a newly renovated farmhouse-style galley kitchen, with butcher block countertops, open shelving, pantry closet and classic porcelain sink with built-in drain board, recessed lighting, newer refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a spacious dining room filled with natural sunlight. The flexible floor plan includes a first-floor bedroom (current owner is using the space for a music room), laundry alcove and large living room, complete with pellet stove for all those cold winter nights. Beautiful custom built-ins in both dining and living rooms. The second floor boasts an expansive primary suite with a cozy window seat and dual closets, two additional bedrooms and a totally renovated full hallway bathroom. A combination of original hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Recent upgrades include a new septic system, new siding, partial new roof, updated bathrooms, luxury vinyl plank flooring, mini-split system, water softener, water filtration system, hot water heater and more. Situated on 2 fully fenced private acres, the property is perfect for gardening, hobby farming, livestock, or simply enjoying peaceful country living. Surrounded by a variety of Japanese maple trees, evergreens, fruit and nut trees, and picturesque farmland views, this property offers a sense of privacy with endless possibilities, while remaining nearby to shopping, family-friendly recreation [zoo, parks, lakes, hiking, fishing, kayaking and scenic drives], neighboring historic towns, and major roadways. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. Any and all lender and/or Township required repairs and Certifications will be the responsibility of the buyer. See showing instructions in Agent's comments section.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1837
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,836
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Ductless,Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,836
- Total interior livable area: 1,836 sqft
Laundry
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 070000800003
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property,Freezer In Basement,All farm Animals [sheep,Pigs,Etc.,Unless Otherwise Requested),All Fence Gates,Reverse Osmosis Water System,Greenhouse And Magnolia Tree.
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Coastal Flooding
- Drought
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,764 | $21,168 |
| Home Insurance * | $210 | $2,520 |
| Property Taxes | $587 | $7,044 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,428 |
| Total | $2,763 | $33,156 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $349,000 |
| 2026-08-07 | Contingent | $349,000 |
| 2026-08-02 | Listed for sale | $349,000 |
| 2021-08-06 | Sold | $115,000 |
| 2021-06-02 | Pending sale | $125,900 |
| 2021-03-10 | Listed for sale | $125,900 |
| 2020-10-10 | Listing removed | $125,900 |
| 2020-06-23 | Price change | $125,900 |
| 2019-11-20 | Price change | $134,900 |
| 2019-09-09 | Price change | $144,900 |
| 2019-06-14 | Price change | $149,900 |
| 2019-03-27 | Listed for sale | $159,000 |
| 2005-03-11 | Sold | $113,400 |
| 1994-09-26 | Sold | $95,000 |
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