Sold
Last Sold Price
6 beds5,784 sqft
255 Scotland Rd, South Orange, NJ 07079
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.56 acresLot Size
1884Year Built
$207/sq ftPrice per sq ft
12 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to Grand Oaks Mansion, a Magnificent Colonial Revival Estate where The Splendor of the Gilded Age meets the Convenience of 2021 Technology. Architectural Masterpiece located in the Historic Montrose Park District ,Meticulously Restored with State of the Art Infrastructure. Exceptional 4 level property that blends Modern Living with Classic Elegance. Stunning Millwork, Original Oak Moldings, built-ins and HWD Fls thru-out. Versatile Floor Plan with Formal Living/Dining rooms,6 bdrms 5 full...Welcome to Grand Oaks Mansion, a Magnificent Colonial Revival Estate where The Splendor of the Gilded Age meets the Convenience of 2021 Technology. Architectural Masterpiece located in the Historic Montrose Park District ,Meticulously Restored with State of the Art Infrastructure. Exceptional 4 level property that blends Modern Living with Classic Elegance. Stunning Millwork, Original Oak Moldings, built-ins and HWD Fls thru-out. Versatile Floor Plan with Formal Living/Dining rooms,6 bdrms 5 full bths,7 Fireplaces, Chef's Kitchen w/Quartz Counters/Island, High-End Appliances, Smart Home Technology and Upgraded Design Elements for the most discerning of buyers. Ample Space for Work/Learn from Home and Customization of Theater/Rec Rm. Room for a Pool, bring your outdoor ideas! Easy Access to NYC direct train.
  • Listed by: PATRICIA RONCA • JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE NJ
  • Listed by: SARAH F BANDY • JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE NJ
Listing closed: 04/28/2021 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 3688087

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,435,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

110.0%

South Orange, NJ

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Location

Listing Courtesy of JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE NJ, PATRICIA RONCA; JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE NJ, SARAH F BANDY

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Property Information for 255 Scotland Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $39,779 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Essex County
  • Style: Colonial
  • Directions: South Orange Avenue to Scotland Road.
  • Days On Market: 37
  • Primary Style: Colonial
  • Section/Subdiv/Development: Montrose
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1884
  • Lot Size: 0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: S ORANGE
  • Grade School: MARSHALL
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 37
  • Renovated Year: 2021
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: South Orange Village Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 1101
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1619.0
  • Street # Display: 255.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 10
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: SCOTLAND RD
  • Zip Code: 07079-2040
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: $39,779
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
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  • City Code Tax: *
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  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1243900.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1619-01101-0000-00034-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2019
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CookGas, Dishwshr, Dryer, Microwav, RgOvGas, Refrig, Washer
  • Approx Sq Ft: 5784.0
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Lot Identifier: 34
  • Approximate Lot Size: 0.56AC
  • Total Acres: 0.56
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1884
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 925900.0
  • Assessment Land: 318000.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: 4 Units, Central Air
  • Utilities: All Underground, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 4 Units
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CeilHigh, SmokeDet, StallTub, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished-Partially, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower
  • # Baths: 5.0
  • # Full Baths: 5
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Easement: No
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Great Room, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 7
  • Floor Number: 4
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Den Level: Second
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Ground Level Rooms: Rec Room, Walkout
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Bath Main, Dining Room, Entrance Vestibule, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, Porch
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4+Bedrms,BathMain,BathOthr,Office,SittngRm
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1Bedroom,FamilyRm,GameRoom
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Fireplace, Full Bath, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 12
  • Other Room 3: Parlor
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: FamilyRm
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Other Room 5: Rec Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 255 Scotland Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 28, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463125828

$1,200,000

+99.5% / yr

Apr 28, 2021

Sold

GSMLS #3688087

$1,200,000
Apr 26, 2021

Off Market

GSMLS #3688087

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/28/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1463125828

$1,200,000

+99.5% / yr

04/28/2021

Sold

GSMLS #3688087

$1,200,000
04/26/2021

Off Market

GSMLS #3688087

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

Public Records for 255 Scotland Road

Taxable ValueLand$507,800Additions$1,294,700Total$1,802,500
Tax Record2025$46,577 ($3,881 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt6,278 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,278 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,176 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated1885ZoningR100CountyESSEXAPN19-01101-0000-00034

Schools near 255 Scotland Road

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 255 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$1,200,000
6
5,784
24,393
$1,065,000
6
14,810
$635,000
3
10,018
2,156
13,896
$500,000
3
10,018
$656,000
4
9,147

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