263 Childs Rd

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Description

Overlooking the mill pond for the historic Van Dorn mill, a beautifully restored 1875 Colonial on 17+ acres is wrapped with water views, majestic specimen trees, abundant perennial gardens and pool. Idyllically set on a rise above its private pond, the recently refreshed and updated home with 5,600+ sq. ft. of space has high ceilings, 5 working fireplaces, lovely LR and FR and richly plastered walls. A screened porch links to a large dining room and kitchen with fireplace and informal eating area....Overlooking the mill pond for the historic Van Dorn mill, a beautifully restored 1875 Colonial on 17+ acres is wrapped with water views, majestic specimen trees, abundant perennial gardens and pool. Idyllically set on a rise above its private pond, the recently refreshed and updated home with 5,600+ sq. ft. of space has high ceilings, 5 working fireplaces, lovely LR and FR and richly plastered walls. A screened porch links to a large dining room and kitchen with fireplace and informal eating area. The 2nd floor includes 4 BR with baths ensuite and a den/office. On the 3rd floor, 2 BR flank a versatile office or hobby room and hallway bath. Lower level has a wine cellar and walkout office to the patio. Heated 4 car garage has a custom workshop and heated dog house w/ fenced run. Town water, NEW 6 BR septic.
  1. Listed by MOLLY SCOTT • TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC.
  2. Listed by MOLLY TONERO • TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC.

Property Details for 263 Childs Road

Style
Colonial
Directions
Rte 287 to Exit 30 A or B toward US-202 at The Olde Mill In. Continue straight onto Childs Road to property on right
Days On Market
25
Primary Style
Colonial
Section/Subdiv/Development
Basking Ridge
LISTING UPDATED: 09/23/2022 03:03 AM

Property Details for 263 Childs Road

StatusSold
MLS #3724911
Days on Market25
Taxes$35,731 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1865
Lot Size17.60 AC / 766,656 SF
CountySomerset County

Location

Listing Courtesy of TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC., MOLLY SCOTT; TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC., MOLLY TONERO

Sold By TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC., BROOKE WORTHINGTON

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Building Information for 263 Childs Road

Stories-Year Built1865Building Size-Lot Size17.60 AC / 766,656 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,713 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,736

Property Taxes

$2,978

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 263 Childs Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: W ANNIN
  • Grade School: OAK ST
  • High School: RIDGE
  • Active Days on Market: 25
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Bernards Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 32, 502
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Yellow
  • Town #: 2702.0
  • Street # Display: 263.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: Childs Rd
  • Zip Code: 07920-3329
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $35,731
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1563300.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2702-00502-0000-00003-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2020
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Year Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Circular, Crushed Stone
  • # Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Loft Storage, Oversize Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, CookGas, Dishwshr, Dryer, Freezer, GenBltIn, HotTub, RgOvGas, Refrig, SumpPump, OvnWElec, Washer
  • Lot Description: Lake/Water View, Open Lot, Pond On Lot, Waterfront, Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 1 2 and 3
  • Approximate Lot Size: 17.60
  • Total Acres: 17.6
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1865
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 1122900.0
  • Assessment Land: 440400.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
  • Services: Fiber Optic, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: Multi-Zone, Radiators - Hot Water, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: GasNatur,GasPropO
  • Sewer: See Remarks, Septic 5+ Bedroom Town Verified
  • Amenities: Pool-Outdoor
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In-Ground Pool
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Enclosed Porch(es), Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s), Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: BarWet, CeilBeam, CODetect, CedrClst, AlrmFire, CeilHigh, HotTub, SecurSys, SmokeDet, StallTub, TubOnly, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle, Metal
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished-Partially, Partial, Walkout
  • Primary Bath Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower
  • # Baths: 5.1
  • # Full Baths: 5
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 20x14
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 16x14
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 20x14
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 20x14
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room Dim: 32x15
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 19x16
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 5
  • Kitchen Dim: 31x14
  • Kitchen Area: Country Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Office, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
  • Den Dim: 12x11
  • Den Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 31x15
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 18x10
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 20x10
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 15x10
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 15x14
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Breakfst,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,Kitchen,Laundry,LivingRm,MudRoom,Office,Pantry,Porch,PowderRm,Screened
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Office
  • Level 3 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Attic, Bath Main, Den, Storage Room
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Fireplace, Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 15
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Third
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Other Room 5: Office
  • Other Room 3 Level: Second
  • Other Room 6: Office
  • Other Room 4 Level: First
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 263 Childs Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 14, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3704257

Sep 22, 2021

Sold

GSMLS #3724911

$1,800,022
Sep 21, 2021

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3724911

Sep 15, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476657897

$1,800,022
Sep 15, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476657896

$1,800,022
Jul 5, 2021

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3724911

$1,799,000
Jun 7, 2021

Price Change

GSMLS #3704257

$1,995,000
Apr 12, 2021

Price Change

GSMLS #3704257

$2,195,000
Apr 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3704257

$1,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/14/2022

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3704257

09/22/2021

Sold

GSMLS #3724911

$1,800,022
09/21/2021

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3724911

09/15/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476657897

$1,800,022
09/15/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1476657896

$1,800,022
07/05/2021

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3724911

$1,799,000
06/07/2021

Price Change

GSMLS #3704257

$1,995,000
04/12/2021

Price Change

GSMLS #3704257

$2,195,000
04/12/2021

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3704257

$1,995,000

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

Public Records for 263 Childs Road

Taxable ValueLand$520,200Additions$1,420,800Total$1,941,000
Tax Record2024$32,979 ($2,748 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,763 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,763 SqFtStories3Lot Size94,961 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1865ZoningR1CountySOMERSETAPN02 00502-0000-00003

Schools near 263 Childs Road

This home is within Bernards Township Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Oak Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

William Annin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridge High School
Public9 to 12

Mendham Country Day School
PrivatePK to 8

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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