78 Clinton Ave

Montclair, NJ 07042

$2,600,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
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Sold 4/14/26
Sold 4/14/26

Description

COMP PURPOSES ONLY. Estate Section Queen Anne Victorian masterfully restored w/ the perfect blend of architectural detail & historic charm. Set on a lrg, lush, private lot w/ a gracious wrap around front porch. Upon entry, discover the sophisticated color palette, 9 foot ceilings, custom pocket doors, custom cabinetry, ?antique & designer? light fixtures, recessed lighting, built in benches w/ storage, built in shelving, arched doorways & intricately framed openings. The kitchen is a chef's dream-open...COMP PURPOSES ONLY. Estate Section Queen Anne Victorian masterfully restored w/ the perfect blend of architectural detail & historic charm. Set on a lrg, lush, private lot w/ a gracious wrap around front porch. Upon entry, discover the sophisticated color palette, 9 foot ceilings, custom pocket doors, custom cabinetry, ?antique & designer? light fixtures, recessed lighting, built in benches w/ storage, built in shelving, arched doorways & intricately framed openings. The kitchen is a chef's dream-open to the family/breakfast room nook, it includes a large honed slate island with tons of storage & hammered nickel Waterworks sink, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, Viking range, Forbo Marmoleum flooring, wine bar, butler's pantry w/ sink & radiant heat flooring. 2nd flr was completely redone & offers a lrg landing, private primary suite complete w/ pocket doors, dressing rm, bthrm w/ Bateau Tub from England, water closet, 2 Michael Smith pedestal sinks & shower plus a fireplace in the bedrm. 2 more bedrms, a bath w/ radiant heated floor and large linen closet complete the 2nd floor. 3rd flr has 3 more bedrms & a bath. Backyard is fenced w/ automatic gate, gas fire pit and fountain. The barn, home of many commercials, can be housed w/ cars or used for play. Other special features include- wine cellar, full house generator, 2 zone central air* & heat, sprinkler system & more. Walk to Eagle Rock Reservation or downtown Montclair shops, cafes, gyms, movie theater...

Listing Agents

  1. Susan Lovit

    Susan Lovit

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    susan.lovit@compass.com

    P: (973)-477-7252

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  2. Dana Schwern

    Dana Schwern

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    dana.schwern@compass.com

    P: (201)-657-5201

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Property Details for 78 Clinton Avenue

Style
Victorian
Directions
Between Union and Gates
Days On Market
0
Primary Style
Victorian
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 12:08 PM

Property Details for 78 Clinton Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #4020530
Days on Market1
Taxes$39,236 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1897
Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,522 SF
CountyEssex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%
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Building Information for 78 Clinton Avenue

Stories-Year Built1897Building Size-Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,522 SF

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$16,362 per month

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Property Information for 78 Clinton Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: MAGNET
  • Grade School: MAGNET
  • High School: MONTCLAIR
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Montclair Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 1202
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1613.0
  • Street # Display: 78.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Clinton Ave
  • Zip Code: 07042-2116
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: $39,236
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1153000.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1613-01202-0000-00008-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Gravel
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 8
  • Approximate Lot Size: 23372SF
  • Total Acres: 0.54
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1897
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 796300.0
  • Assessment Land: 356700.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Central Air, See Remarks
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Included
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas In Street
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: Radiant - Hot Water, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: OilAbOut
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Barn/Stable, Open Porch(es), Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • # Baths: 3.1
  • # Full Baths: 3
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Third
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: See Remarks
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry,SeeRem,Storage,Utility
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Breakfst,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,Kitchen,LivingRm,MudRoom,Pantry,Parlor,PowderRm,Sunroom
  • Level 2 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • # Rooms: 11
  • Other Room 3: Foyer
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: MudRoom
  • Other Room 2 Level: First
  • Other Room 5: Bedroom
  • Other Room 3 Level: Third
  • Other Room 6: Bedroom
  • Other Room 4 Level: Third

Property History for 78 Clinton Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4020530

$2,600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4020530

$2,600,000

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

Public Records for 78 Clinton Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$356,700Additions$796,300Total$1,153,000
Tax Record2024$39,237 ($3,270 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,166 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,166 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,370 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1897ZoningROCountyESSEXAPN13 01202-0000-00008

Schools near 78 Clinton Avenue

This home is within Montclair Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hillside Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Glenfield Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Montclair High School
Public - 9 to 12
Nishuane Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Hillside Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Glenfield Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montclair High School
Public9 to 12

Nishuane Elementary 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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