20 Prospect Ter

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Description

A rare opportunity to own a storied Montclair landmark, this magnificent Second Empire residence offers eight bedrooms, 2.2 baths, and four expansive levels of living space. Built in 1896 by Starr J. Murphy special counsel to John D. Rockefeller and a prominent civic leader who cut the ribbon at the opening of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad connecting Montclair to NYC this home remained in the Murphy/Doubleday family until 1972. The current owner, only the third steward, has lovingly maintained the...A rare opportunity to own a storied Montclair landmark, this magnificent Second Empire residence offers eight bedrooms, 2.2 baths, and four expansive levels of living space. Built in 1896 by Starr J. Murphy special counsel to John D. Rockefeller and a prominent civic leader who cut the ribbon at the opening of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad connecting Montclair to NYC this home remained in the Murphy/Doubleday family until 1972. The current owner, only the third steward, has lovingly maintained the property since 1981. Architectural highlights include the iconic mansard roof, Palladian windows, and eight bay windows one in every room on the first and second floors filling the home with light. Exquisite Georgia Hearts of Pine flooring throughout. Four fireplaces, generous closets on the second and third floors, and a basement with 9-foot ceilings enhance both charm and functionality. Enjoy porches on the front and both sides, plus a rear deck with hot tub and seasonal views of the New York City skyline. Thoughtful updates include a new roof with copper gutters and EPDM flat roofs (2022), replaced skylight (2022), gas furnace (2012), 200-amp electric service (2015), and an exterior 240V EV charger. Ductless split system offer cooling in summer and an additional heat source. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street near Montclair's vibrant town center, schools and NYC transportation, this historically significant home has been featured on local walking tours and is truly one of a kind.
  1. Listed by AMY OWENS • KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP

Property Details for 20 Prospect Terrace

Style
Victorian, See Remarks
Directions
Prospect Terrace between Hawthorne Pl and Union St
Days On Market
0
Primary Style
Victorian

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2026 08:01 PM

Property Details for 20 Prospect Terrace

StatusComing Soon
MLS #4007542
Days on Market-
Taxes$25,512 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1896
Lot Size-
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 20 Prospect Terrace

Stories-Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size-

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$6,995 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,869

Property Taxes

$2,126

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 20 Prospect Terrace

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: MAGNET
  • Grade School: MAGNET
  • High School: MONTCLAIR
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Montclair Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 3108
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1613.0
  • Street # Display: 20.0
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Prospect Ter
  • Zip Code: 07042-3205
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $25,512
  • Street name Tax: *
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  • Assessment Total: 749700.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1613-03108-0000-00013-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
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  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Driveway-Exclusive
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Lot Description: Skyline View
  • Lot Identifier: 13
  • Approximate Lot Size: 70X145 IRR
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1896
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate, Historical
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 548700.0
  • Assessment Land: 201000.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Split AC
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Heating: Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Enclosed Porch(es)
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished-Partially, Walkout
  • Primary Bath Features: Tub Shower
  • # Baths: 2.2
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • # Bedrooms: 8
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 4
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Basement Level Rooms: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Powder Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Level 1 Rooms: DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,Kitchen,LivingRm,Pantry,Parlor,Porch,Screened,SeeRem
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4+Bedrms,BathMain,Office,SittngRm
  • Level 3 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath, Sitting Room
  • # Rooms: 13

Property History for 20 Prospect Terrace

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26003394

$999,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26003394

$999,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Prospect Terrace

Taxable ValueLand$201,000Additions$548,700Total$749,700
Tax Record2024$25,512 ($2,126 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,858 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,858 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,150 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1896ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPN13 03108-0000-00013

Schools near 20 Prospect Terrace

This home is within Montclair Public School District.
Rating
School
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Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Charles H Bullock School
PublicK to 5

Glenfield Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montclair High School
Public9 to 12

Hillside Elementary School
Public3 to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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20 Prospect Terrace is a single family home Coming Soon in Montclair, NJ 07042. This property is currently priced at $999,000. This listing's school district is Montclair Public School District. Nearby schools include Charles H Bullock School, Glenfield Middle School and Montclair High School. 20 Prospect Terrace is a 8-bed, 4-bath, single family home built in 1896.

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