36 CHESTERFIELD RD, Columbus, NJ 08022

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,167 sqft

Property Description

Circa 1681 farmhouse beautifully restored with no expense spared. This historic home has been thoughtfully renovated, blending timeless character with modern luxury. Now a 5 bedroom with 2 1/2 baths. The front and back entrances have been restored with new paint, railings, beams, and an inviting and rare 14’x14’ covered rotunda front porch. The home features new siding and gutters, 12 new windows, and a new rear entry door, adding energy efficiency and curb appeal. Step inside to a bright brand-new kitchen showcasing stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an elegant marble mosaic tile backsplash. Enjoy 2½ stunning new bathrooms, each finished with marble mosaic tile throughout. Upgrades continue with new lighting throughout the home, updated electric, a new electrical panel, and new plumbing in the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room. Additional updates include painting the inside of the house from top to bottom, a new stairway to the basement, new steel beams in the basement encased in new concrete, structural wall built outside the back side of the house, multi-zone HVAC system, sump pump, water filtration system, dehumidifier and hot water heater. The home’s original floors have been beautifully restored, complemented by new luxury vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen, dining room, laundry area, and one of the bedrooms. A newly added laundry room and mudroom offer a large closet and comes equipped with GE Profile washer and dryer. This property also boasts a new well and a 5-bedroom septic system. The front entrance opens into a wide, 22’ x 8’ grand foyer with a gorgeous half bath. An addition set of stairs can be accessed through the kitchen that leads to one of the bedrooms. The main level includes a family room, living room, dining area, kitchen, full bath, mudroom and laundry room. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms and a full bath, plus a fifth bedroom and bonus room on the third floor offering endless possibilities. The impressive 30' x 50' detached garage with a new roof and gutters provides six-car parking and abundant workspace — perfect for hobbyists or contractors. This historic gem is truly a perfect balance of old-world charm and modern comfort — move-in ready and meticulously renovated. Located in the village of Georgetown, Mansfield Township, within the highly desired Northern Burlington School District and Columbus elementary. Fun historical facts: This house was once owned by many prominent government officials and 4 US Postmasters. Underneath the Rotunda was the original Georgetown Post Office, which was once a mail/stagecoach stop. It eventually closed in 1920 when the Columbus Post Office opened. At one point, the breakfast room- now laundry room, mudroom and full bathroom was once the local Doctor’s Office with the entry being in the Laundry Room. Files from previous owners indicate that this home was originally named “Newbold Messuage” Mansfield township is a beautiful tucked away rural area surrounded by farms and open farm land. It is conveniently located an hour from the Jersey shore and Philadelphia. Close by are NJ/Pa Turnpikes, Routes 206, 130 and 68. For buyers' peace of mind many documents available include receipts for major work performed, architect drawing for the basement walls, new well and septic installs. Please see documents labeled "Property record card" and "New assessment" for the new Tax assessment after the home improvements were made in 2025. Tax amounts where increased in the 3rd quarter of 2025. For more info on estimated 2026 tax amount please contact Sean Gaskill the tax assessor at Mansfield Twp

Listing Status:

Active

Listing Office:

ERA Central Realty Group - Bordentown : 6092984800

Listing Agent:

Shannon E Bontya-Murphy : 6092092247

MLS ID:

NJBL2098824

Interior

• Rooms: Living RoomDining RoomBedroom 4Bedroom 5KitchenFamily RoomFoyerBathroom 1Bathroom 2Bathroom 3Bonus Room
• Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
• Laundry: Main Floor
• Basement: Poured concrete
• Flooring: Luxury vinyl plank
• A/C: Central A/C
• Heating: Forced AirElectric
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Above GradeBelow Grade
• Style: Colonial

Construction

• General: Aluminum Siding3Concrete Perimeter

Location

• Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
• School District: NORTHERN BURLINGTON COUNT SCHOOLS
• County: BURLINGTON-NJ

Lot

• Zoning: C-318-00012-00007

Utilities

• Utilities: 200 amp service
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Private Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: BRIGHT_MAIN
• Exclusions: owners cars in the garage

This listing courtesy of Shannon E Bontya-Murphy, ERA Central Realty Group - Bordentown