431 Claremont Road

Sold 3/28/25
Sold 3/28/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,000,000
7 beds

431 Claremont Rd, Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Single FamilyProperty Type
14.12 acresLot Size
1898Year Built
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

Entering the market for the first time in nearly 60 years, "Appleton House" sits proudly on 14 acres at the highest point in Somerset County. Just minutes from town, this beloved estate embodies elegance, privacy, & natural beauty steeped in rich history. Commissioned by Malvina Appleton in 1898, and designed by renowned architect George B. Post, this landmark home exemplifies the Georgian Palladian style, characterized by rounded lines, columns, graceful proportions & intricate moldings. The 6,000...Entering the market for the first time in nearly 60 years, "Appleton House" sits proudly on 14 acres at the highest point in Somerset County. Just minutes from town, this beloved estate embodies elegance, privacy, & natural beauty steeped in rich history. Commissioned by Malvina Appleton in 1898, and designed by renowned architect George B. Post, this landmark home exemplifies the Georgian Palladian style, characterized by rounded lines, columns, graceful proportions & intricate moldings. The 6,000 s.f. main residence is a testament to timeless elegance. The gracious entry foyer is flanked by the family room & the piano room. The living room with high ceilings & a fireplace, opens to a classic covered semi-circle shaped veranda, showcasing the breathtaking views. The grand dining room is perfect for gatherings & opens to a lovely greenhouse room. At the heart of the home is the spacious eat-in kitchen, featuring a functional butler's pantry for culinary enthusiasts. The inviting family room with fireplace & built-ins is the perfect place to relax. A study, two powder rooms, a mudroom & laundry complete the first floor. The second & third levels include seven generous bedrooms & six baths. Complementing the main house is an architecturally unique carriage house with attached living space. Outbuildings, a tennis court area, & a pool surrounded by lush perennial gardens complete this magical setting. A hidden solar panel field & two generators are thoughtful practical amenities.
  • Listed by: CAROLYN FAHEY • FAHEY REALTORS
  • Listed by: ASHLEY FAHEY • FAHEY REALTORS
Listing closed: 03/28/2025 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 3931428
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Principal and Interest

$16,016

Property Taxes

$2,974

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Property Information for 431 Claremont Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $35,687 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Somerset County
  • Style: Colonial
  • Directions: From 202 turn onto Claremont Road and continue for about 1.7 miles. 431 Claremont Road will be on your right.
  • Days On Market: 120
  • Primary Style: Colonial
  • Section/Subdiv/Development: Bernardsville Mountain

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1898
  • Lot Size: 14.12 AC / 615,067 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Zoning: residential
  • Middle/Jr High School: BernardsvilleMS
  • Grade School: Bedwell
  • High School: Bernards HS
  • Active Days on Market: 120
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Bernardsville Boro
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 6
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2703.0
  • Street # Display: 431.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 6
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: Claremont Rd
  • Zip Code: 07924-1105
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
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  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $35,687
  • Street name Tax: *
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  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1781400.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2703-00006-0000-00006-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Circular
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage

Property

Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, CookElec, Dishwshr, Dryer, GenBltIn, Refrig, TrashCom, OvnWElec, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Skyline View, Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 6
  • Approximate Lot Size: 14.12 AC
  • Total Acres: 14.12
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1898
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 1098200.0
  • Assessment Land: 683200.0
  • Farm Assessment: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, See Remarks
  • Services: Cable TV Available
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Handicap Modified: Yes
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Multi-Zone, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: See Remarks, Septic
  • Amenities: Pool-Outdoor, Storage, Tennis Courts

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In-Ground Pool
  • Exterior Description: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Carriage House, Enclosed Porch(es), Greenhouse Type Room, Open Porch(es), Outbuilding(s), Patio, Privacy Fence, Storage Shed, Tennis Courts, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CODetect, Drapes, FireExtg, CeilHigh, Skylight, SmokeDet, StairLft, TubOnly, WndwTret
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Laminate, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Primary Bath Features: Tub Only
  • # Baths: 6.2
  • # Full Baths: 6
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 24x16
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 18x17
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 15x13
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 14x15
  • # Bedrooms: 7
  • Dining Room Dim: 21x20
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 15x20
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 3, Family Room, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 3
  • Kitchen Dim: 14x35
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Storage Room, Utility Room
  • Den Dim: 18x15
  • Den Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 24x23
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 26x12
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 12x10
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 11x13
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 12x10
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: BathOthr,Breakfst,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,GreenHse,InsdEntr,Kitchen,Laundry,LivingRm,MudRoom,Office,OutEntrn,Pantry,Porch,PowderRm
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4+Bedrms,BathMain,BathOthr,SittngRm
  • Level 3 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 30
  • Other Room 3: MudRoom
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: SittngRm
  • Other Room 2 Level: Second
  • Other Room 5: Office
  • Other Room 3 Level: Second
  • Other Room 6: Bedroom
  • Other Room 4 Level: Third

Rental

Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 431 Claremont Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 28, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3931428

$3,000,000—
Feb 24, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3931428

—
Oct 27, 2024

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3931428

$3,150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/28/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3931428

$3,000,000
02/24/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3931428

—
10/27/2024

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3931428

$3,150,000

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

Public Records for 431 Claremont Road

Taxable Value

Land

$780,200

Additions

$1,334,000
Total$2,114,200

Tax Record

2025

$36,407 ($3,034 / month)

Home Facts

Total Finished SqFt

7,178 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

7,178 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

200,376 SqFt

Style

Farms

Year Built

1888

Year Renovated

1888

Zoning

R110

County

SOMERSET

APN

03-00006-0000-00006

Schools near 431 Claremont Road

This home is within Somerset Hills Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bedwell Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Bernardsville Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Bernards High School
Public - 9 to 12
School of St. Elizabeth
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Bedwell Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Bernardsville Middle School
Public5 to 8

Bernards High School
Public9 to 12

School of St. Elizabeth
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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