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55 Kensington Ct, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840

3beds
3baths
1,511sqft
$345,000
$228price/sqft
$2,570/moest. monthly cost
$102,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Great opportunity to own in desirable Long Valley! Spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath patio residence offers a wonderful combination of comfort, space, & potential. Highlights include a 2 car garage, lower level with den/recreational room, laundry room, a cozy gas fireplace in living room, expansive outdoor living area featuring a private garden, multiple decks & patio perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Recent updates, including a new HVAC system & hot water heater which provides added value & peace of mind for the next owner. Residents enjoy access to outstanding community amenities- clubhouse, pool, tennis, basketball, pickleball courts, & playground. As a fee-simple community, owners are responsible for exterior maintenance, while HOA fees cover common area maintenance, snow removal and trash collection for added convenience. Ideally located near shopping, major highways, golfing, hiking trails, farmers markets, places of worship & a variety of dining options. This property is also part of the highly regarded Morris County Washington Township School District. The deck is in need of repair, and the property is being sold strictly as is, making it an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and add value. This home is ready for some TLC & offers tremendous potential. With vision, updates, & a little care, it has the opportunity to build significant equity and become a wonderful investment or forever home.*FINAL & BEST BY MON.8/10 @ 12 NOON*

Getting Around

46
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
28
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1983

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stone,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Carbon Monoxide Detector,Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven-Electric,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Features: Den,GarEnter,Laundry,OutEntrn,RecRoom,Storage,Utility

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Yes,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access

Bedroom1

  • Level: Second

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Living/Dining Combo
  • Level: First

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: 1 Unit,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: 1 Unit,Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,511
  • Total interior livable area: 1,511 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Stall Shower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2338000030001000070055

Features

  • Levels: Multi Floor Unit
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: Association
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
  • Exterior features: Curbs,Sidewalk

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,742 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: .040 AC

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Asphalt
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Drought
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,744$20,928
Home Insurance *$104$1,248
Property Taxes $529$6,348
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$2,570$30,840
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$88,114/yr
40% on housing$77,100/yr
45% on housing$68,533/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.8%
6.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$228This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 07840$253
Morris County$395

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 07840$280
Morris County$367

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-13Pending sale$345,000
2026-07-15Listed for sale$345,000
2026-06-19Pending sale$345,000
2026-06-13Listed for sale$345,000
1995-12-28Sold$117,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMargarita Greer
BrokerageRe/Max Town & Valley

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