494 Hanks Ave

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Description

A seamless blend of turn of the century charm and 21st century sophistication, this is the home you've been yearning for. Stunning architectural details, high ceilings, exquisite craftsmanship paired with a meticulous design sensibility. Featuring beautifully updated kitchen and baths, four 2nd floor bedrooms that include a primary suite with a walk in closet and gorgeous primary bath. A third floor bedroom with bath, perfect for guests or home office. Newly refinished basement with playroom, gym,laundry...A seamless blend of turn of the century charm and 21st century sophistication, this is the home you've been yearning for. Stunning architectural details, high ceilings, exquisite craftsmanship paired with a meticulous design sensibility. Featuring beautifully updated kitchen and baths, four 2nd floor bedrooms that include a primary suite with a walk in closet and gorgeous primary bath. A third floor bedroom with bath, perfect for guests or home office. Newly refinished basement with playroom, gym,laundry & half bath. Back porch and patio overlook lushly landscaped private yard. Two car detached garage. Unsurpassed attention to detail make this turn key home a true standout. Located in the sought after Somerville neighborhood convenient to schools and strolling distance to Ridgewood's vibrant downtown. Ridgewood is known for its excellent school system, award winning library, exceptional recreational facilities and proximity to NYC. This one is sure to spark joy. Don't hesitate.
  1. Listed by Janis Fuhrman • Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood
    P: (201)-694-0869 janisgf@tocr.com

Property Details for 494 Hanks Avenue

Style
Single Family Residence
Sub style
Cntr Hl
Waterfront
None
Garage
Detached
LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2025 08:59 PM

Property Details for 494 Hanks Avenue

StatusSold - Sold
MLS #22018978
Days on Market60
Taxes$22,355 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountyBergen County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood, Janis Fuhrman

Sold By Christie's International Real Estate Group-Franklin Lakes, Grazyna Ziarko

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 494 Hanks Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Ridgewood
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Hanks
  • County Name: BERGEN
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 494
  • Street Direction: None, North
  • Zip Code: 07450
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: Center Stairwell, Expanded
  • Tax: $22,355
School Information
  • Elementary School: Somerville
  • Junior High School: Benjamin Franklin
  • Senior High School: Ridgewood
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: None, North
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In, Sprinklers
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 35
Utilities
  • Heatcool: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths full: 3
  • Baths partial: 2
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Basement Description: Playroom, Gym, Laundry, Powder Room, Storage
  • Number of rooms: 10
  • Lifestyle: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
  • Full Baths Total: 5
  • Num of Baths: 3.2
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: 1 Fireplace
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In, Sprinklers
  • Pool: False
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: (201) 694-0869
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $1,395,000.00
  • Listing Date: 05-26-2022
  • Pending Date: 06-02-2022
  • Close Date: 07-26-2022
  • Status Date: 07-25-2022
  • Sale Price: $1,425,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: A seamless blend of turn of the century charm and 21st century sophistication, this is the home you've been yearning for. Stunning architectural details, high ceilings, exquisite craftsmanship paired with a meticulous design sensibility. Featuring beautifully updated kitchen and baths, four 2nd floor bedrooms that include a primary suite with a walk in closet and gorgeous primary bath. A third floor bedroom with bath, perfect for guests or home office. Newly refinished basement with playroom, gym,laundry & half bath. Back porch and patio overlook lushly landscaped private yard. Two car detached garage. Unsurpassed attention to detail make this turn key home a true standout. Located in the sought after Somerville neighborhood convenient to schools and strolling distance to Ridgewood's vibrant downtown. Ridgewood is known for its excellent school system, award winning library, exceptional recreational facilities and proximity to NYC. This one is sure to spark joy. Don't hesitate.

Property History for 494 Hanks Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 25, 2022

Sold

NJMLS #22018978

$1,425,000
Jul 25, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1496172439

$1,425,000

+4.6% / yr

May 25, 2022

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #22018978

$1,395,000
Jun 28, 2019

Sold

NJMLS #1916418

$1,125,000
Apr 25, 2019

Under Contract

NJMLS #1916418

Apr 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #1916418

$1,125,000
Oct 22, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #74821166

$512,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/25/2022

Sold

NJMLS #22018978

$1,425,000
07/25/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1496172439

$1,425,000

+4.6% / yr

05/25/2022

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #22018978

$1,395,000
06/28/2019

Sold

NJMLS #1916418

$1,125,000
04/25/2019

Under Contract

NJMLS #1916418

04/11/2019

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #1916418

$1,125,000
10/22/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #74821166

$512,500

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Public Records for 494 Hanks Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$371,300Additions$454,200Total$825,500
Tax Record2024$23,684 ($1,974 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,995 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,995 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,805 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR2CountyBERGENAPN51 04009-0000-00004

Schools near 494 Hanks Avenue

This home is within Ridgewood Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Willard Elementary School
PublicK to 5

George Washington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgewood High School
Public9 to 12

Ridge Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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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Listing Courtesy of Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood, Janis Fuhrman

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