486 Ridgewood Avenue
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- Listed by: Mary Seton Beckwith • Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group (973) 632-5304
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1Property Information for 486 Ridgewood Avenue
- Taxes: $35,318 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Essex County
- Style: Single Family Residence
- Sub style: Other
- Waterfront: None
- Garage: Detached, Gar Opener
- Area name: Glen Ridge
- Flood plain: None
- Street Name: Ridgewood
- County Name: ESSEX
- Status: Active
- Street Number Numeric: 486
- Street Direction: None
- Zip Code: 07028
- Other Charges: True
- Association: None
- Additional subst: None
- Tax: $35,318
- Elementary School: FOREST
- Junior High School: RIDGEWOOD
- Senior High School: GLEN RIDGE
- Ownership: Private
- Lot description: Regular
- Year Built: 1900-1939, Renovated, Build Prior to 1978
- Views exposure: None
- Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Sprinklers
- Average Acres: 0.33
- Photo Number: 47
- CourtAppYN: No
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Heatcool: Natural Gas, Radiators, Steam
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Bedrooms: 6
- Baths full: 4
- Baths partial: 1
- Basement: Finished, Full, Grd Lv Acces
- Basement Description: FR,EXERCISE RM,LAUNDRY,FULL BATH,UTILITIES
- Number of rooms: 14
- Lifestyle: Close/School, Close/Trans
- Full Baths Total: 5
- Num of Baths: 4.1
- Fireplace: 3 Fireplaces, Gas
- Exterior: Clapboard, Stone
- Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Sprinklers
- Pool Type: None
- Management Phone: (973) 632-5304
- Search Class: RES, Residential
- List Price: $2,150,000.00
- Listing Date: 09-26-2026
- Expired Date: 03-26-2027
- Status Date: 09-25-2026
- Internet Remarks: Welcome to 486 Ridgewood Avenue, where classic 1930s Glen Ridge character meets exceptional modern living. This beautifully expanded 6-bedroom, 4.1-bath Colonial is highlighted by a stunning open-concept kitchen, dining and great room designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The chef's kitchen features Thermador appliances, quartz island, wine cooler and wet bar, while a wall of French doors creates a seamless connection to the expansive stone patio, outdoor kitchen, dining area and fire pit. The first floor also offers a formal dining room, fireside sitting room, office, mudroom and powder room. Upstairs, the private primary suite features an updated bath, walk-in dressing room and its own deck, joined by three additional bedrooms and hall bath; the third floor provides two more bedrooms and a full bath. A finished lower level adds a family/game room with fireplace, fitness room and craft space. A charming screened porch, 2.5-car garage with loft, central A/C, irrigation and Sonos complete this exceptional North End home, convenient to Glen Ridge schools and NYC transportation.
Property History for 486 Ridgewood Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2026 | Listed (Active) GSMLS #4055280 | $2,150,000 | — |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Listed (Active) NJMLS #26036636 | $2,150,000 | — |
| Oct 15, 2008 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #259425250 | $790,000 | — |
| Oct 15, 2008 | Sold GSMLS #2510684 | $793,000 | — |
| Apr 22, 2008 | Listed (Active) GSMLS #2510684 | $825,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2026 | Listed (Active) GSMLS #4055280 | $2,150,000 |
| 09/25/2026 | Listed (Active) NJMLS #26036636 | $2,150,000 |
| 10/15/2008 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #259425250 | $790,000 |
| 10/15/2008 | Sold GSMLS #2510684 | $793,000 |
| 04/22/2008 | Listed (Active) GSMLS #2510684 | $825,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 486 Ridgewood Avenue
Schools near 486 Ridgewood Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 2 | |||
| Public - | 3 to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 2 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Ave School PublicPK to 2 | ||
Ridgewood Avenue School Public3 to 6 | ||
Glen Ridge High School Public7 to 12 | ||
Central School PublicPK to 2 |
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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