209 Grove Road

Sold 9/4/26
Sold 9/4/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,510,000
6 beds
209 Grove Rd, South Orange, NJ 07079
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.54 acresLot Size
1919Year Built
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Perfectly positioned across from a picturesque park, this classic Center Hall Colonial offers timeless architecture, generous living spaces, and an exceptional South Orange location. With 6 bedrooms, 3 and a half baths, and three finished levels, this gracious home blends historic charm with thoughtful updates designed for today's lifestyle.A welcoming foyer introduces beautifully scaled rooms highlighted by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace that anchors the inviting...Perfectly positioned across from a picturesque park, this classic Center Hall Colonial offers timeless architecture, generous living spaces, and an exceptional South Orange location. With 6 bedrooms, 3 and a half baths, and three finished levels, this gracious home blends historic charm with thoughtful updates designed for today's lifestyle.A welcoming foyer introduces beautifully scaled rooms highlighted by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace that anchors the inviting living room. The renovated eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, seamlessly supporting both everyday living and entertaining, while updated bathroom and a newer driveway add modern comfort and convenience.Six spacious bedrooms are thoughtfully distributed across the second and third floors, offering flexibility for guests, home offices, or extra living space. A charming 2nd-floor porch provides the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or unwind while overlooking the park.The lower level offers abundant storage and the opportunity to create additional living space tailored to your needs. Outside, enjoy a private yard in one of South Orange's most desirable neighborhoods, just moments from vibrant downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and Midtown Direct trains to New York City.Rich in character, generous in scale, and ideally situated, 209 Grove Rd presents a rare opportunity to own a distinguished home where classic elegance and everyday convenience come together.

Listing Agent

  1. Maggee Miggins

    Maggee Miggins

    Listing Agent

    COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC

    P: (973) 879-9711

    M: (973) 879-9711

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Listing closed: 09/04/2026 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 4040916
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Property Information for 209 Grove Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $24,256 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • County: Essex County
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
  • Style: Colonial
  • Directions: Grove Road across from Montrose Park.
  • Days On Market: 9
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Primary Style: Colonial
  • Section/Subdiv/Development: Montrose
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Lot Size: 0.54 AC / 23,522 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: residential
  • Middle/Jr High School: S ORANGE
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 14
  • Renovated Year: 2022
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: South Orange Village Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 1105
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: yellow
  • Town #: 1619.0
  • Street # Display: 209.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Grove Rd
  • Zip Code: 07079-2302
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $24,256
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 938700.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1619-01105-0000-00012-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Additional Parking, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversize Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Open Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 12
  • Approximate Lot Size: .537 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.54
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1919
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate, Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 457000.0
  • Assessment Land: 481700.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Ductless Split AC, Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water, Water Charge Extra
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CODetect, CeilHigh, SmokeDet, StallTub
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • # Baths: 3.1
  • # Full Baths: 3
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 12x15
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 16x12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 13x15
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 12x14
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room Dim: 15x15
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 17x12
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Utility Room
  • Living Room Dim: 15x27
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 10x17
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 19x14
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 15x12
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4+Bedrms,BathMain,BathOthr,Sunroom
  • Level 3 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other, Storage Room
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Sunroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Second
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Other Room 5: Bedroom
  • Other Room 3 Level: Third
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 209 Grove Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 4, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4040916

$1,510,000—
Jul 29, 2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4040916

—
Jul 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4040916

$1,095,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/04/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4040916

$1,510,000
07/29/2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4040916

—
07/15/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4040916

$1,095,000

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

Public Records for 209 Grove Road

Taxable ValueLand$481,700Additions$457,000Total$938,700
Tax Record2025$24,256 ($2,021 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,270 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,270 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,392 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919Year Renovated1919ZoningR100CountyESSEXAPN19-01105-0000-00012

Schools near 209 Grove Road

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Marshall Elementary School
Public - K to 4
South Orange Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Marylawn of the Oranges Academy
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Marshall Elementary School
PublicK to 4

South Orange Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Marylawn of the Oranges Academy
Private6 to 12

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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