$7,719 Closing Credit¹
#3945475, Listing Office: ERA SUBURB REALTY
$1,099,000 List price
1178 Johnston Dr Watchung Boro, NJ 07069
$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,500 sqft
1.4 acres
$440 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1178 Johnston Dr
GREAT FIND on the famous Johnston Drive...come and see this wonderful Mid Century Modern Home perfectly nestled in the serene setting of the Watchung Hills. This rare gem offers a peaceful retreat while still being conveniently close to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this move-in ready home is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Host unforgettable gatherings on the spacious deck or the private patio, surrounded by nature and tranquility. Lovingly maintained by its current owners for the past 16 years, this home has seen many thoughtful updates including a switch from septic to city sewer for added peace of mind. One of its standout features is a unique heating system that continues to work even during power outages tested and proven during Superstorm Sandy! In the winter time cozy up in front of your favorite fireplace in the Living room or in the Master Bedroom...wonderful wood burning fp!! Come and see it for yourself, you will feel right at home !
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Wood
StatusActive
CoolingSingle Unit, Central Air
Size2,500 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.4 Acres
Year built1962
Parking1 Car Width, Blacktop, Attached Garage
MLS #3964540
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceBedroom 1, Living Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: See Remarks, Tile
- Fireplace: Bedroom 1, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Attached Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Patio
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Wood
- Cooling: Single Unit, Central Air
- List Price: $1,099,000
- Price/SqFt: $439
- Lot: Views, Wooded
- Directions: Valley Road to Hill Hollow Rd left onto Johnston Drive. OR Bonney Burn to Johnston
- Year Built: 1962
- Living Area: 2,500 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.4 Acres
- MLS Number: 3964540
- Office Name: HOWARD HANNA RAND REALTY
- Office Phone: (908) 587-0090
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Nearby schools
8
Bayberry School
Public District PK-4
0.6 mi
•113 Bayberry Ln
6
School One Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.9 mi
•563 Willow Ave
4
Emerson Community School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•305 Emerson Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $137,179. Typical income of Watchung Boro, NJ residents is $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
9%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
39%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
28%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Sports
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Frequently asked questions
About 1178 Johnston Dr
The listing price of 1178 Johnston Dr property is $1,099,000.
The property 1178 Johnston Dr is a house located in Watchung Boro, New Jersey, 07069.
Active Listing: 1178 Johnston Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1178 Johnston Dr are: Bayberry School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), School One Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Emerson Community School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Maxson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Columbia Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), College Achieve Central Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), The Barack Obama Green Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 1178 Johnston Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1178 Johnston Dr is 2,500 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1178 Johnston Dr is 1962.
This home is located at 1178 Johnston Dr in Watchung Boro, NJ and zip code 07069. This 2,500 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 1.40 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,099,000.
Watchung Boro, NJ housing market in April 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 0 sold below. Between March and April 2025, Watchung Boro, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 19%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.