1258 Bear Tavern Rd, Titusville, NJ, 08560
About This Home
Country living meets architectural preservation on a huge lot in Titusville. The Andrew Mershon Tavern, circa 1746, is a rare opportunity for the restoration-minded buyer or investor to bring a piece of NJ history back to life. Pumpkin pine floors, hand-hewn exposed beams, stone fireplace, and a family room with interior masonry walls this home retains architectural details that simply aren't replicated in new construction. Named on Preservation New Jersey's 2025 Ten Most Endangered Historic Places list, this property is a significant undertaking that is well-suited to investors, restoration specialists, or buyers with a genuine passion for historic architecture. HUD-owned. Sold strictly as-is. Seller nor its representatives make any representations or warranties regarding the property. Buyer to complete own due diligence and verify all information. A once-in-a-generation chance to save a piece of Revolutionary-era New Jersey.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1746
Materials
- Roof: See Remarks
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Range/Oven,Refrigerator
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial, None, Utility Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Features
- Kitchen,Bath Half,Living Room,Other Room(s),Dining Room,Family Room,3 Bedrooms,Bath Full,Bath Second,2 Bedrooms
- Flooring: Carpet,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 060006200000000402
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Outbuilding(s)
Lot
- Features: Rural Area,Rural Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel,Asphalt,See Remarks,Garage,Oversized,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- 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
- Strong Wind
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- 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 | $2,831 | $33,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $124 | $1,488 |
| Property Taxes | $1,003 | $12,036 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $4,151 | $49,812 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-08 | Price change | $499,000 |
| 2026-07-07 | Listed for sale | $560,000 |
| 2025-09-17 | Sold | $1,156,718 |
| 2019-01-24 | Listing removed | $899,000 |
| 2018-10-19 | Listed for sale | $899,000 |
| 2018-08-02 | Listing removed | $1,199,000 |
| 2018-05-14 | Price change | $1,199,000 |
| 2018-03-02 | Price change | $895,000 |
| 2017-10-10 | Price change | $1,302,700 |
| 2017-09-23 | Price change | $950,000 |
| 2017-08-29 | Listed for sale | $1,302,700 |
| 2016-01-17 | Listing removed | $999,900 |
| 2015-09-22 | Price change | $999,900 |
| 2015-03-19 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000 |
| 2014-03-18 | Listing removed | $795,000 |
| 2013-01-13 | Listing removed | $990,000 |
| 2012-11-21 | Listed for sale | $990,000 |
| 2008-05-23 | Sold | $850,000 |
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