55 Watchung Avenue

Montclair, NJ 07043

$1,350,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Just around the corner from iconic Edgemont Park, and 2 short blocks west of Watchung Plaza and the NYC train station, this sparkling colonial is the perfect combination of original charm and modern updates. The welcoming front Porch has been restored and is perfect for a morning cup of coffee. The light filled first floor is open, but not too open. The spacious Living Room features the original fireplace and leaded glass bookcases, with an updated twist. The huge Kitchen is brand new, with abundant...Just around the corner from iconic Edgemont Park, and 2 short blocks west of Watchung Plaza and the NYC train station, this sparkling colonial is the perfect combination of original charm and modern updates. The welcoming front Porch has been restored and is perfect for a morning cup of coffee. The light filled first floor is open, but not too open. The spacious Living Room features the original fireplace and leaded glass bookcases, with an updated twist. The huge Kitchen is brand new, with abundant cabinets and counterspace, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar into the Dining Room and walk-out to the deep Backyard. A window-lined Office and Full Bath round out this level. On the second floor, you'll find three spacious Bedrooms, including the Primary Suite with two double closets and sumptuous en suite Primary Bath, as well as a second, updated Hall Bath. The third floor offers additional possibilities with two new Bedrooms and Full Bath. The lower level is great for additional play space, with a powder room and all new mechanicals. The backyard is deep and private. The oversized two car garage with loft storage offers loads of possibilities - garage... or art studio, ping pong room, ADU, etc.. New Central Air, new Central Heat, new Electric panel, new Windows, Roof 2013 and more. There's nothing to do here but move in and start enjoying everything Montclair has to offer!
  1. Listed by LESLIE KUNKIN • WEST OF HUDSON REAL ESTATE

Property Details for 55 Watchung Avenue

Style
Colonial
Directions
Watchung, between Edgemont and Valley.
Days On Market
10
Primary Style
Colonial

Location

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Sold By PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR, MELISSA GIORDANO

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2023 07:52 PM

Property Details for 55 Watchung Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #3870161
Days on Market10
Taxes$18,938 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
CountyEssex County

Location

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Sold By PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR, MELISSA GIORDANO

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Building Information for 55 Watchung Avenue

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,946 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,368

Property Taxes

$1,578

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Watchung Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: MAGNET
  • Grade School: MAGNET
  • High School: MONTCLAIR
  • Active Days on Market: 10
  • Renovated Year: 2023
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Montclair Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 1608
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Yellow
  • Town #: 1613.0
  • Street # Display: 55.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 6
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Watchung Ave
  • Zip Code: 07043-1337
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
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  • Tax Amount: $18,938
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  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 576000.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1613-01608-0000-00012-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2022
  • Tax Year: 2022
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Loft Storage, Oversize Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 12
  • Approximate Lot Size: 50X169
  • Total Acres: 0.19
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1912
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 223000.0
  • Assessment Land: 353000.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Central Air
  • Utilities: Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Open Porch(es), Patio, Sidewalk
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CODetect, SmokeDet, StallTub
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Primary Bath Features: Stall Shower And Tub
  • # Baths: 4.1
  • # Full Baths: 4
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Third
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Den Level: First
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Bath Main, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Porch
  • Level 2 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 8
  • Other Room 3: Bathroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Porch
  • Other Room 2 Level: First
  • Other Room 5: Bathroom
  • Other Room 3 Level: Third
  • Other Room 6: Rec Room
  • Other Room 4 Level: Basement

Property History for 55 Watchung Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 55 Watchung Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$353,000Additions$223,000Total$576,000
Tax Record2022$18,939 ($1,578 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,451 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPN13 01608-0000-00012

Schools near 55 Watchung Avenue

This home is within Montclair Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Edgemont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Buzz Aldrin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montclair High School
Public9 to 12

Watchung Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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