85 Athens Rd

Short Hills, NJ 07078

$2,495,000
Price
6
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Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass

Description

Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in such a coveted neighborhood.Classic architecture and meticulous landscaping frame the home with quiet sophistication, creating an inviting sense...Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in such a coveted neighborhood.Classic architecture and meticulous landscaping frame the home with quiet sophistication, creating an inviting sense of arrival. Inside, graciously scaled rooms unfold with an effortless flow, offering both elegant spaces for entertaining and comfortable areas for everyday living. Expansive windows invite natural light to pour in while capturing tranquil views of the surrounding greenery. The home's generous proportions allow for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. A private ground-level suite provides ideal accommodations enhancing the home's flexibility.Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped property creates an exceptional setting for outdoor living, featuring a lovely patio with an outdoor kitchen, intimate seating areas, and a sweeping level lawn. The wooded landscape beyond enhances the sense of privacy and tranquility.All of this while enjoying the convenience of being within walking distance of highly regarded Deerfield Elementary School.

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  1. Maggee Miggins

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Property Details for 85 Athens Road

Style
Colonial
Directions
Old Short Hills Road to Great Hills Road to Troy Drive to Athens Road
Days On Market
3
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Colonial
Section/Subdiv/Development
Deerfield
LISTING UPDATED: 03/16/2026 12:14 PM

Property Details for 85 Athens Road

StatusActive
MLS #4014336
Days on Market6
Taxes$25,653 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
CountyEssex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%
Compensation Remarks+$250
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Building Information for 85 Athens Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF

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$14,246 per month

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$12,109

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Property Information for 85 Athens Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: residential
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: MILLBURN
  • Grade School: DEERFIELD
  • High School: MILLBURN
  • Active Days on Market: 3
  • Renovated Year: 2005
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Millburn Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 4505
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 1612.0
  • Street # Display: 85.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Athens Road
  • Zip Code: 07078-1353
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: $25,653
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1270600.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1612-04505-0000-00019-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Blacktop, Circular, Driveway-Exclusive, Off-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Built-In Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversize Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, CookGas, Dishwshr, Microwav, Refrig, OvnWElec
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 19
  • Approximate Lot Size: 196XIRR .4866 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.49
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1957
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Renovated
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 476600.0
  • Assessment Land: 794000.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Brick, Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Barbeque, Patio, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Vinyl Fence, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: BarDry, CODetect, AlrmFire, HotTub, JacuzTyp, SecurSys, SmokeDet, StallShw, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower And Tub
  • # Baths: 4.1
  • # Full Baths: 4
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 17x17
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 14x18
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 14x19
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 18x14
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room Dim: 13x15
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 17x13
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 16x14
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: 1Bedroom,BathOthr,Exercise,GarEnter,Laundry,RecRoom,Storage
  • Living Room Dim: 22x13
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 16x12
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 15x12
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 26x11
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 16x11
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath Main, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Powder Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • Master Bedroom Desc: 1st Floor, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 14
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Second
  • Other Room 4: Breakfast
  • Other Room 2 Level: First
  • Other Room 5: Bedroom
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 6: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 4 Level: Basement
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 85 Athens Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4014336

$2,495,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4014336

$2,495,000

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

Public Records for 85 Athens Road

Taxable ValueLand$794,000Additions$476,600Total$1,270,600
Tax Record2024$25,183 ($2,099 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,673 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,673 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,196 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyESSEXAPN12 04505-0000-00019

Schools near 85 Athens 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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More information about 85 Athens Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078

85 Athens Road is a single family home for sale in Short Hills, NJ 07078. This property was listed for sale on March 13, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,495,000. This listing's school district is Millburn Township School District. Nearby schools include Deerfield Elementary School, Millburn Middle School and Millburn Sr High School. 85 Athens Road is a 6-bed, 5-bath, single family home built in 1957.

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