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Property Description
Bring your vision to life on this expansive 4.86-acre property, offering a unique opportunity for a complete renovation or the chance to build your own dream home from the ground up. The property provides ample space for personal farming and small livestock, including goats and sheep, and may also be suitable for creating a small horse farm, subject to local zoning and permitting requirements. Enjoy the best of both worlds privacy and open space while remaining conveniently close to major roads, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. The property is also located near well-regarded schools, making it an attractive option for those looking to create a private country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Whether you're looking for a substantial renovation project, a private homestead, or the opportunity to design and build a custom home, this property offers space, flexibility, and endless potential. There was a new roof, new 2 bedroom septic and new well installed the past 2 to 4years. However: this is an estate. Property, home and outbuildings are sold strictly "as is". Any CO requirements would be the full responsibility of the buyer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 42 Fortysecond St
General
- Price: $490,000
- Taxes: $8,007 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4053472
- Updated: Today (9/26/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Appliances: See Remarks
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedroom 1: Second
- Bedroom 2: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Kitchen: Galley Type, First
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
Location
- County: Hunterdon
- Driving Directions: Readington Rd to fortysecond st. (First st after Readington Middle School) House on right across from mailbox #42.
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: No Cooling
- Heating Type: 1 Unit
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic 2 Bedroom Town Verified
- Water: Private, Well
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1875
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 4.86
- Lot Size: 4.86 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Driveway-Exclusive
- Zoning: AC
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Open Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $286,200
- Land Assmt: $168,900
- Tax Amount: $8,007
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- APN: 1922-00048-0000-00011-0000-
- Block: 48
- Lot Number: 11
Listed by Weichert Realtors
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Schools
Schools serving 42 Fortysecond St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Holland Brook School 52 Readington Road, Readington Township, NJ 08889 | 4-5 | 0.4 mi |
Whitehouse Elementary School 50 Whitehouse Ave, Readington Township, NJ 08889 | K-3 | 1.5 mi |
Readington Middle School 48 Readington Rd, Readington Township, NJ 08889 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Hunterdon Central High School 84 New Jersey 31, Flemington, NJ 08822 | 9-12 | 7.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 42 Fortysecond St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/26/2026
Listed
$490,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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42 Fortysecond St, Readington, NJ 08889 (MLS# 4053472) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 42 Fortysecond St is currently listed for $490,000 and was received on September 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 42 Fortysecond St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Readington? You can browse all Readington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

