3225 Valley Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
About This Home
Set on 3.3 picturesque acres in desirable Basking Ridge, this simple and charming 2-bedroom cottage offers a rare opportunity to create the lifestyle you've always envisioned. Nestled on a beautiful level and wooded property, this hidden gem is ready for its next chapter whether you choose to renovate, expand, or build your dream retreat from the ground up.Perfectly positioned directly across from the VA Golf Course and just a short stroll to Pleasant Valley Park, residents can enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle with walking trails, sports fields, and popular pickleball courts just moments away. Commuters will appreciate the unbeatable convenience to Routes 78 and 287, along with nearby NJ Transit rail service offering direct access to Penn Station and Hoboken.With public water/sewer already in place, award-winning schools, and sought-after local destinations including the Great Swamp Wildlife Refuge and Lord Stirling Park & Stables, this property combines natural beauty, exceptional location, and endless potential. Bring your imagination and transform this special Basking Ridge property into something truly extraordinary.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fixer
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Composition Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Carbon Monoxide Detector,Gas Cooktop,Dryer,Refrigerator,Wall Oven(s) - Gas,Washer,Oil Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Unfinished
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 126
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Loft
- Flooring: Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 1 Unit,Oil Tank Above Ground - Outside
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 135
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 209
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2702088020000000030000
Lot
- Lot size: 3.30 Acres
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 3.30AC
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: 1 Car Width,Additional Parking,Crushed Stone
- Uncovered spaces: 5
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
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
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 | $3,008 | $36,096 |
| Home Insurance * | $170 | $2,040 |
| Property Taxes | $887 | $10,644 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $4,258 | $51,096 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-16 | Listed for sale | $595,000 |
| 1960-08-15 | Sold | $13,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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