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6 beds
70 Ridge Rd, Rutherford, NJ 07070
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 carsParking Spaces

Description

A rare blend of historic character and thoughtful modern upgrades, this exceptional Queen Anne Victorian home, built in 1892, offers expansive living across three beautifully detailed floors on Rutherford’s coveted Ridge Road. A bright wraparound porch leads into a foyer with a majestic staircase setting the tone for the home’s timeless character, soaring ceilings, & elegant architectural details. The 1st floor is designed for both everyday living & entertaining featuring a chef’s kitchen with...A rare blend of historic character and thoughtful modern upgrades, this exceptional Queen Anne Victorian home, built in 1892, offers expansive living across three beautifully detailed floors on Rutherford’s coveted Ridge Road. A bright wraparound porch leads into a foyer with a majestic staircase setting the tone for the home’s timeless character, soaring ceilings, & elegant architectural details. The 1st floor is designed for both everyday living & entertaining featuring a chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, marble countertops, premium appliances, & a walnut island along with a formal dining room, family room, wet bar, butler’s pantry, mudroom, & powder room. The second floor offers four generously sized bedrooms, each thoughtfully positioned with windows on two walls that fill the rooms with natural light. A centrally located den provides flexible space. One bedroom features its own en-suite bath, while the remaining bedrooms share a full hall bathroom. Top-floor primary retreat with a spa bath walk-in shower, dressing area , 2 walk-in closets, plus an additional bedroom & turret space. A true backyard oasis with covered porch, bluestone patio, heated salt water pool, hot tub and lush landscaping Detached 2 car garage with loft & versatile basement with storage and living area. Walk to parks, dining and NY transit. Combining architectural significance, scale, charm, outdoor living, and modern convenience, this is a truly special Rutherford home
  • Listed by: Lori Staselis • Brown Harris Stevens New Jersey (201) 970-1318
Listing closed: 08/20/2026 12:00 AM • Source: NJMLS, MLS#: 26019494

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Sold By Brown Harris Stevens New Jersey, Ann E. Wycherley

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Property Information for 70 Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $23,023 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / One Family
  • Style: Single Family Residence
  • Sub style: Victrn
  • Waterfront: None
  • Garage: Detached
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Rutherford
  • Area name: Rutherford
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Ridge
  • County Name: BERGEN
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 70
  • Street Direction: City
  • Zip Code: 07070
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: Historic
  • Tax: $23,023
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lincoln School
  • Junior High School: Union School
  • Senior High School: Rutherford High
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: City
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 44
Utilities
  • Heatcool: Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas, Radiators
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Baths full: 3
  • Baths partial: 1
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement Description: Living Room, storage
  • Number of rooms: 12
  • Lifestyle: Close/Shopg, Close/Trans
  • Full Baths Total: 4
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: 3 Fireplaces, Gas
  • Exterior: Other
  • Building Amenities: Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Fireplace
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio
  • Pool Type: Heated, In Ground
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: (201) 970-1318
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $1,875,000.00
  • Listing Date: 05-27-2026
  • Pending Date: 06-08-2026
  • Close Date: 08-20-2026
  • Status Date: 08-23-2026
  • Sale Price: $1,999,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: A rare blend of historic character and thoughtful modern upgrades, this exceptional Queen Anne Victorian home, built in 1892, offers expansive living across three beautifully detailed floors on Rutherford’s coveted Ridge Road. A bright wraparound porch leads into a foyer with a majestic staircase setting the tone for the home’s timeless character, soaring ceilings, & elegant architectural details. The 1st floor is designed for both everyday living & entertaining featuring a chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, marble countertops, premium appliances, & a walnut island along with a formal dining room, family room, wet bar, butler’s pantry, mudroom, & powder room. The second floor offers four generously sized bedrooms, each thoughtfully positioned with windows on two walls that fill the rooms with natural light. A centrally located den provides flexible space. One bedroom features its own en-suite bath, while the remaining bedrooms share a full hall bathroom. Top-floor primary retreat with a spa bath walk-in shower, dressing area , 2 walk-in closets, plus an additional bedroom & turret space. A true backyard oasis with covered porch, bluestone patio, heated salt water pool, hot tub and lush landscaping Detached 2 car garage with loft & versatile basement with storage and living area. Walk to parks, dining and NY transit. Combining architectural significance, scale, charm, outdoor living, and modern convenience, this is a truly special Rutherford home

Property History for 70 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2026

Sold

HUDSON_COUNTY #260010159

$1,999,000
Aug 19, 2026

Sold

NJMLS #26019494

$1,999,000
Jun 8, 2026

Under Contract

NJMLS #26019494

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2026

Sold

HUDSON_COUNTY #260010159

$1,999,000
08/19/2026

Sold

NJMLS #26019494

$1,999,000
06/08/2026

Under Contract

NJMLS #26019494

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

Public Records for 70 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$316,800Additions$420,900Total$737,700
Tax Record2025$23,606 ($1,967 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,083 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,083 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1892Year Renovated1892ZoningR1BCountyBERGENAPN56-00118-0000-00010

Schools near 70 Ridge Road

This home is within Rutherford Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Pierrepont Elementary School
Public4 to 6

Union School
Public7 to 8

Rutherford High School
Public9 to 12

Washington Elementary School
Public1 to 3

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: 70 Ridge Road, Rutherford, NJ 07070
$1,999,000
6
$320,000
1,966
7,501
2,025
6,887
$875,000
4,288
7,501
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15,002
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