48 Merkel Dr

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Description

Nestled within a tranquil neighborhood, this captivating 4-bedroom Cape Cod house effortlessly combines timeless architecture with contemporary comforts. As you step inside, the warmth of hardwood floors and natural light welcomes you into the heart of the home, the open living space flows from the living room to the dining room creating an inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage space, 2 bedrooms and a full bath finish the...Nestled within a tranquil neighborhood, this captivating 4-bedroom Cape Cod house effortlessly combines timeless architecture with contemporary comforts. As you step inside, the warmth of hardwood floors and natural light welcomes you into the heart of the home, the open living space flows from the living room to the dining room creating an inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage space, 2 bedrooms and a full bath finish the 1st floor. Upstairs, your will find two additional large bedrooms and a full second bathroom. Relax or entertain in your charming fenced-in yard complete with a deck and hot tub. PRIME LOCATION, minutes from school, shopping, restaurants & NYC transportation. Hot tub-AS IS (in perfect working condition).
  1. Listed by Vanessa L. Messina • Howard Hanna Rand Realty, Morristown • (973) 632-6155

Property Details for 48 Merkel Drive

Style
Single Family Residence
Sub style
Other
Waterfront
None
Garage
Park Space
LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2025 09:05 PM

Property Details for 48 Merkel Drive

StatusSold - Sold
MLS #23027391
Days on Market22
Taxes$12,254 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna Rand Realty, Morristown, Vanessa L. Messina

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Property Information for 48 Merkel Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Bloomfield
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Merkel
  • County Name: ESSEX
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 48
  • Street Direction: None
  • Zip Code: 07003
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: None
  • Tax: $12,254
School Information
  • Junior High School: BROOKDALE
  • Senior High School: BLOOMFIELD
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1950's, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: None
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio
  • Average Acres: 0.12
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 27
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heatcool: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths full: 2
  • Baths partial: 0
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Description: Full Unfinished
  • Number of rooms: 7
  • Lifestyle: Close/School, Close/Wrshp, 1st Flr Mbdrm
  • Full Baths Total: 2
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: None
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio
  • Pool: False
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: (973) 632-6155
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $499,000.00
  • Listing Date: 09-05-2023
  • Expired Date: 05-31-2024
  • Pending Date: 09-22-2023
  • Close Date: 10-19-2023
  • Status Date: 10-18-2023
  • Sale Price: $530,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Nestled within a tranquil neighborhood, this captivating 4-bedroom Cape Cod house effortlessly combines timeless architecture with contemporary comforts. As you step inside, the warmth of hardwood floors and natural light welcomes you into the heart of the home, the open living space flows from the living room to the dining room creating an inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage space, 2 bedrooms and a full bath finish the 1st floor. Upstairs, your will find two additional large bedrooms and a full second bathroom. Relax or entertain in your charming fenced-in yard complete with a deck and hot tub. PRIME LOCATION, minutes from school, shopping, restaurants & NYC transportation. Hot tub-AS IS (in perfect working condition).

Property History for 48 Merkel Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 19, 2023

Sold

GSMLS #3862293

$530,000
Oct 18, 2023

Sold

NJMLS #23027391

$530,000
Oct 11, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522222556

$530,000
Sep 22, 2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3862293

Sep 4, 2023

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #23027391

$499,000
Aug 31, 2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3862293

$499,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/19/2023

Sold

GSMLS #3862293

$530,000
10/18/2023

Sold

NJMLS #23027391

$530,000
10/11/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522222556

$530,000
09/22/2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3862293

09/04/2023

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #23027391

$499,000
08/31/2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3862293

$499,000

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

Public Records for 48 Merkel Drive

Taxable ValueLand$152,700Additions$230,000Total$382,700
Tax Record2024$12,981 ($1,082 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,410 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,410 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,101 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959ZoningR-1ACountyESSEXAPN02 01331-0000-00013

Schools near 48 Merkel Drive

This home is within Bloomfield Board Of Education School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Brookdale Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Bloomfield Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bloomfield High School
Public9 to 12

St Thomas The Apostle School
PrivatePK to 8

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 Howard Hanna Rand Realty, Morristown, Vanessa L. Messina

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