55 Hilltop Road

Sold 6/20/23
Sold 6/20/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,200,000
5 beds
55 Hilltop Rd, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.39 acresLot Size
1953Year Built
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Proudly perched on a grassy knoll, this classic beauty is ideally situated on a quiet tree-lined street in the highly sought-after Woodfield Estates section of Short Hills, offering complete privacy and a spacious poolside backyard. Renovated to exacting standards by Geiss Custom Builders with a neutral designer palette, high-end finishes and luxurious upgrades including high ceilings and custom millwork throughout. The large open floor plan impresses with a soaring two-story foyer, first floor den,...Proudly perched on a grassy knoll, this classic beauty is ideally situated on a quiet tree-lined street in the highly sought-after Woodfield Estates section of Short Hills, offering complete privacy and a spacious poolside backyard. Renovated to exacting standards by Geiss Custom Builders with a neutral designer palette, high-end finishes and luxurious upgrades including high ceilings and custom millwork throughout. The large open floor plan impresses with a soaring two-story foyer, first floor den, first floor office, several French doors to rear pergolas, three gas fireplaces and a two-story family room next to a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and high-end appliances. The second floor features a luxurious primary suite that soothes the senses with a cozy gas fireplace, two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath, three additional en-suite bedrooms and a second laundry center. Two expansive and separately accessed third floor areas including a private in-law suite while a wonderful lower level with rec room, media room, laundry center and full bath offers plenty of space for all. Outside the bespoke experience continues on generous grounds with a heated in-ground salt-water pool, large patios for gatherings and a lush private yard for outdoor activities. Thoughtful upgrades include in-ceiling speakers in nearly every room, mudroom with abundant storage and radiantly heated flooring, heated oversized 2-car garage and 36KW generator to ensure that the fun never ends.
  • Listed by: ANTHONY J VERDUCCI JR • PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR
Listing closed: 06/20/2023 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 3839986

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Median sold price

$2,735,000

Avg days on market

32

Sale-to-list ratio

98.0%

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Property Information for 55 Hilltop Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $44,126 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Essex County
  • Style: Custom Home
  • Directions: Oakey Road or Old Short Hills Road to Hilltop Road.
  • Days On Market: 10
  • Primary Style: Custom Home
  • Section/Subdiv/Development: WOODFIELD ESTATES
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Size: 0.39 AC / 16,988 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Middle/Jr High School: MILLBURN
  • Grade School: DEERFIELD
  • High School: MILLBURN
  • Active Days on Market: 9
  • Renovated Year: 2022
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Millburn Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 2501
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Brown
  • Town #: 1612.0
  • Street # Display: 55.0
  • In-Law Suite: Yes
  • In-Law Suite Description: Bedroom 1, Full Bath
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: HILLTOP ROAD
  • Zip Code: 07078
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $44,126
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 2271000.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1612-02501-0000-00019-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2022
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Generator-Built-In, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 19
  • Approximate Lot Size: 110XIRR .3856AC
  • Total Acres: 0.39
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1953
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate, Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 1450400.0
  • Assessment Land: 820600.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 4 Units, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water, Water Charge Extra
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 4 Units, Forced Hot Air, Multi-Zone, Radiant - Electric
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In-Ground Pool
  • Exterior Description: Stone, Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Barbeque, Metal Fence, Patio, Pergola, Thermal Windows/Doors, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Beam Ceilings, Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling, Drapes, High Ceilings, Security System, Shades, Stereo System, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Jetted Tub, Stall Shower
  • # Baths: 5.1
  • # Full Baths: 5
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 20x19
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 14x13
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 14x13
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 19x13
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 16x13
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 21x16
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Family Room, Gas Fireplace, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 3
  • Kitchen Dim: 19x13
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Media Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Den Dim: 17x14
  • Den Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 15x15
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Ground Level Rooms: GarEnter,MudRoom,Office,PowderRm
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 23x20
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 32x15
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 12x9
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 24x20
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Breakfast Room, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Loft
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 17
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Third
  • Other Room 4: Loft
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Other Room 5: Office
  • Other Room 3 Level: Ground
  • Other Room 6: Rec Room
  • Other Room 4 Level: Basement

Property History for 55 Hilltop Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2023

Sold

GSMLS #3839986

$3,200,000—
Jun 16, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514668701

$3,200,000

+1.6% / yr

May 31, 2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3839986

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2023

Sold

GSMLS #3839986

$3,200,000
06/16/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514668701

$3,200,000

+1.6% / yr

05/31/2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3839986

—

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

Public Records for 55 Hilltop Road

Taxable ValueLand$820,600Additions$1,450,400Total$2,271,000
Tax Record2025$45,851 ($3,821 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,626 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,626 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,797 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1953CountyESSEXAPN12-02501-0000-00019

Schools near 55 Hilltop Road

This home is within Millburn Township School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Deerfield Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Millburn Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Millburn Sr High School
Public - 9 to 12
Washington School
Public - 5
Rating
School
Distance
Deerfield Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Millburn Middle School
Public6 to 8

Millburn Sr High School
Public9 to 12

Washington School
Public5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 55 Hilltop Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078
$3,200,000
5
–
16,988
61 Hilltop Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078
–
–
–
3,624
23,400
46 East Hartshorn Drive, Short Hills, NJ 07078
$1,561,000
5
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16,988
40 East Hartshorn Drive, Short Hills, NJ 07078
$1,400,000
–
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5,465
18,888
44 East Hartshorn Drive, Short Hills, NJ 07078
$2,080,000
7
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56 Hilltop Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078
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