55 Valley St, Columbia, NJ, 07832
About This Home
A rare chance to own a piece of history reimagined for modern living. This storybook 4-bedroom home blends original character with thoughtful updates, creating a space that feels both timeless and move-in ready. From the moment you arrive, the wraparound front porch sets the tone perfect for morning coffee, remote work sessions, or winding down at the end of the day. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms, warm wood floors, and original trim that deliver authentic charm you simply can't replicate.Major updates including siding, windows, septic, and well offer peace of mind, while the 1st floor renovated bathroom strikes the perfect balance of style and function with a vintage clawfoot tub and separate walk-in shower. The layout supports today's lifestyle with a spacious kitchen that opens to a fenced backyard and patio for easy indoor-outdoor living, a formal dining room for hosting, main-level laundry, and a flexible second-floor office or guest space ideal for working from home or creating a dedicated studio.Need more space? The full walk-up attic offers endless potential for a home gym, creative space, or additional living area. Parking for up to 8 cars and the oversized pole barn with loft provide incredible bonus space for hobbies, storage, or even a workshop setup. Less than an hour from NYC, this home offers both convenience and lifestyle with quick access to restaurants, shopping and all recreational opportunities that the Delaware River region has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2007
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Kitchen Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Washer,Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Features: Utility Room, Walkout
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Bilco-Style Door,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
Bedroom4
- Level: First
- Area: 252
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 168
Features
- Office
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,See Remarks,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiators - Steam,Oil Tank Above Ground - Inside
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 176
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 210
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3013000540000000060000
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Level,Open Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 0.27
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking,Asphalt,Detached Garage,Finished Garage,Loft Storage,Oversized,See Remarks
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 4
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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
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 | $2,502 | $30,024 |
| Home Insurance * | $171 | $2,052 |
| Property Taxes | $932 | $11,184 |
| Electricity | $264 | $3,174 |
| Total | $3,869 | $46,428 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
| 2025-12-27 | Listing removed | $525,000 |
| 2025-08-23 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
| 2022-11-23 | Sold | $372,500 |
| 2022-10-07 | Pending sale | $390,000 |
| 2022-08-16 | Price change | $390,000 |
| 2022-07-28 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
| 2006-09-22 | Sold | $224,000 |
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