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$799,999

96 Lark Dr South River, NJ 08882

5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,704 sqft
0.2 acres
$296 / sqft
House

Property details

About 96 Lark Dr

Beautiful neighborhood & low taxes! Step inside this sun-filled, beautifully updated center hall colonial at 96 Lark! NORTHWEST-facing and offering over 2,700 sq ft of living space, this 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends comfort, space, and functionality. The main level features stylish high-end flooring, recessed lighting, and a layout perfect for entertaining. A formal living room opens into a spacious family room with sliders leading to the backyard, seamlessly connecting to the bright breakfast area and modern kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A formal dining room, large WIC pantry, laundry area, and powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms, including a private primary suite with an oversized WIC, and a large ensuite bath. The full-height basement offers great potential for finishing and extra living space. Two-zone HVAC and a private backyard make this home as comfortable as it is functional. All in a prime location near major highways, shopping, and more!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingZoned, Forced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Size2,704 sqft
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1997
Parking2 Car Width, Garage
MLS #2600397R
Garage2 spaces

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, 5 (+) Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Second, None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: 2 Car Width, Garage
  • Exterior: Lawn Sprinklers, Sidewalk, Yard
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Zoned, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
  • List Price: $799,999
  • Price/SqFt: $295
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $12,915
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,704 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2600397R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: RE/MAX IN STYLE

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 09, 2018
Home Sold
$477,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$522,700$12,915
2022$522,700$12,691
2021$522,700$12,215
2020$522,700$10,848
2019$131,700$10,587

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Chittick Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

5 Flagler St

3

South River Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

81 Johnson Pl

8

Bowne-Munro Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

120 Main St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,500. Most South River, NJ residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

26%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

32%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • VolvoVolvo
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 96 Lark Dr

The listing price of 96 Lark Dr property is $799,999.

The property 96 Lark Dr is a house located in South River, New Jersey, 08882.

Accepting Backup Offers: 96 Lark Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 96 Lark Dr are: Chittick Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South River Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bowne-Munro Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), South River Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hammarskjold Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Spotswood Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South River High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Middlesex County Vocational School East Brunswick (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Middlesex County Vocational School East Bruns. School of Career Develop (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $12,915 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 9, 2018 for $477,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 96 Lark Dr has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 96 Lark Dr is 2,704 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 96 Lark Dr is 1997.

This home is located at 96 Lark Dr in South River, NJ and zip code 08882. This 2,704 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,999.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in South River, NJ. In the same period over 1 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in South River, NJ increased by 8.7% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $480,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 23 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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