$10,000

closing credit¹

53 Melrose Pl Montclair, NJ 07042

$1,850,000
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
House

Property details

About 53 Melrose Pl

Welcome to this beautifully updated Victorian home, where classic elegance meets modern comfort! Situated on a quiet street in the desirable estate section this spacious 5BR, 3.5 bath home offers stunning architectural details, high end updates, and ample living space for today's lifestyle. Original woodwork, high ceilings, and intricate moldings are some of the first details you will notice. The heart of the home is the gourmet chef's kitchen, adjacent great room with radiant floor heating that overlooks a wraparound porch and manicured private garden. Two dedicated offices are perfect for WFH or creative spaces. The primary suite has radiant heating throughout, full closet room and spacious bath with a soaking tub. All BR's have updated custom closets. The basement is complete with a game room, gym space and quiet spa like room with custom built sauna. 2 car garage is adjacent to the home with EV charger.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
ParkingAttached
MLS #25003601
Attached garage1 space
Fireplace1 Fireplace

Summary

  • MLS Number: 25003601
  • Office Name: West of Hudson Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (973) 337-6035
  • Listing Agent: Maria Vecchione

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$1,850,000

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 22, 2006
Home Sold
$880,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$797,100$26,941
2022$797,100$25,754
2021$797,100$25,754
2020$797,100$25,076
2019$797,100$24,662

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Hillside Elementary School

Public District 3-5

0.6 mi

54 Orange Rd

5

Charles H. Bullock School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

55 Washington St

5

Edison Middle School

Public District 6-6

1.1 mi

75 William St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $237,095. The most common annual income of people living in Montclair, NJ is $200k+. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

0%
<35k
19%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
55%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

21%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
51%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
16%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • TennisTennis
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • SportsSports
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 53 Melrose Pl

This home is located at 53 Melrose Pl in Montclair, NJ and zip code 07042. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,850,000.

While more than 5 listings in Montclair, NJ in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. Between December and January 2025, Montclair, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.6%. Listings spent 66 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $1,309,413 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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