488 Ridge Rd

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Description

Tucked away at the end of a private drive, this custom-built home offers generous living space throughout. Enjoy bright living area highlighted by a classic wood-burning fireplace, along with an oversize family room perfect for gatherings. Hardwood floors flow into a thoughtfully designed kitchen that's opens directly to a covered deck, ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The expensive yard features two barns, offering endless opportunities for storage, hobbies, or future use.Tucked away at the end of a private drive, this custom-built home offers generous living space throughout. Enjoy bright living area highlighted by a classic wood-burning fireplace, along with an oversize family room perfect for gatherings. Hardwood floors flow into a thoughtfully designed kitchen that's opens directly to a covered deck, ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The expensive yard features two barns, offering endless opportunities for storage, hobbies, or future use.

Property Details for 488 Ridge Road

Style
Single Family Residence
Sub style
Other
Waterfront
None
Garage
Attached
LISTING UPDATED: 02/09/2026 08:55 AM

Property Details for 488 Ridge Road

StatusActive - Active
MLS #26002741
Days on Market23
Taxes$8,487 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountySussex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Exit Platinum Realty, Sachagay Bailey
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$3,022 per month

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Principal and Interest

$2,315

Property Taxes

$707

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Property Information for 488 Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Newton
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Ridge
  • County Name: SUSSEX
  • Status: Active
  • Street Number Numeric: 488
  • Street Direction: None
  • Zip Code: 07860
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: None
  • Tax: $8,487
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1950's, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: None
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Well
  • Average Acres: 2.66
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 6
  • CourtAppYN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic 3 Bedroom Town Verified
  • Heatcool: Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling Type: None
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths full: 2
  • Baths partial: 0
  • Basement: Full, Grd Lv Acces
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Number of rooms: 9
  • Lifestyle: 1st Flr Mbdrm, Close/School, Extended Family
  • Full Baths Total: 2
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: 1 Fireplace
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Well
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: 862-571-9974
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $475,000.00
  • Listing Date: 01-24-2026
  • Expired Date: 01-23-2027
  • Status Date: 01-25-2026
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Tucked away at the end of a private drive, this custom-built home offers generous living space throughout. Enjoy bright living area highlighted by a classic wood-burning fireplace, along with an oversize family room perfect for gatherings. Hardwood floors flow into a thoughtfully designed kitchen that's opens directly to a covered deck, ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The expensive yard features two barns, offering endless opportunities for storage, hobbies, or future use.

Property History for 488 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4006685

$475,000
Jan 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26002741

$475,000
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000
Dec 8, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503070954

$375,000
Nov 17, 2022

Under Contract

GSMLS #3812484

Oct 19, 2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$399,000
Oct 13, 2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000
Oct 13, 2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$429,900
Oct 13, 2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$399,000
Oct 13, 2022

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/24/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4006685

$475,000
01/23/2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26002741

$475,000
12/16/2022

Sold

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000
12/08/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503070954

$375,000
11/17/2022

Under Contract

GSMLS #3812484

10/19/2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$399,000
10/13/2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000
10/13/2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$429,900
10/13/2022

Price Change

GSMLS #3812484

$399,000
10/13/2022

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3812484

$375,000

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

Public Records for 488 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$109,400Additions$159,200Total$268,600
Tax Record2024$8,372 ($698 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,194 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,194 SqFtStories1Lot Size115,782 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningAR-6CountySUSSEXAPN07 01802-0000-00015- 01

Schools near 488 Ridge Road

This home is within Kittatinny Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Private - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fredon Township Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Kittatinny Reg High School
Public7 to 12

Broadstep Academy
Private8 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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488 Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Newton, NJ 07860. This property was listed for sale on January 24, 2026 by Exit Platinum Realty, it's currently listed at $475,000. It has been on the market for a total of 23 days and was last sold on December 16, 2022. This listing's school districts are Kittatinny Regional School District, Fredon Township School District. Nearby schools include Fredon Township Elementary School, Kittatinny Reg High School and Broadstep Academy. 488 Ridge Road is a 5-bed, 2-bath, single family home.

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