This weekend’s open house scene can be characterized by excess; there are a lot of new listings and stately offerings at high price points. At least 14 properties are priced over $1,000,000, a departure from recent weeks, but there are still deals to be had; seven are listed at $200,000 and under. A good mix of condos are among the 110 or so properties showing throughout Baristaville too.
495 Park St., Montclair
List Price: $1,999,000
Taxes: $44,612
Acreage: 0.58 Acres
7BR/4.2BA
One of the more beautiful houses in Montclair, this 12-room resort-esque Tudor is quite the new listing. (Warning: those that want to suspend reality shouldn’t look at the tax bill.) The 5,9710-sq. ft. house, built in 1925 and renovated in 2005, has a grandiose family room with a tall, pointed ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows; a chef’s kitchen; a library with a beamed ceiling and French doors; and a finished basement with a playroom and gym. The master bedroom has a fireplace; the master bathroom wouldn’t be out of place at the Ritz-Carlton. Outside, there is an in-ground pool, hot tub and a cabana with a kitchen. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
139 Cooper Ave., Montclair
List Price: $899,000
Taxes: $23,894
Acreage: 0.32 Acres
6BR/3.1BA
There is a lot to like about this 10-room Center Hall Craftsman Colonial, built in 1909 and renovated in 2010. The house has a standout modern kitchen with custom cabinets, a rebuilt pantry and stainless steel appliances. Architectural detail abounds, notably in the dining room, which has a beamed ceiling and wood moldings and trim. There are built-ins in the living room; the family room has numerous windows. Central air, high ceilings and an open porch are also among the amenities. Finally, there is an unfinished, walkout basement with a French drain and two car detached garage. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Also showing in town, 101 Gates Ave., Unit C001A, Montclair, another new listing, has an updated kitchen and bathroom. The four-room, 961-st. ft. first floor unit, with two bedrooms, hardwood floors, lots of storage and a parking space, is priced at $235,000. Taxes are $6,922, the association fee is $371. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
4 Stanley Rd., West Orange
List Price: $325,000
Taxes: $11,107
Acreage: 0.19 Acres
4BR/2BA
This just-listed, circa 1954 expanded Ranch has hardwood floors, central air and a sizable deck. The eight-room house also has large living areas. Two bedrooms on the upper floor have sloped ceilings and the bathrooms have not been updated. An unfinished, walkout basement with a French drain and two car attached garage round out this property. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
228 W. South Orange Ave., South Orange
List Price: $489,000
Taxes: $12,774
Acreage: 0.17 Acres
4BR/2.1BA
Also a new listing, this eight-room renovated Colonial has many attributes, including central air and a wood burning fireplace in the living room. The kitchen is on the smaller side (not eat-in). There is a finished basement and two car attached garage. The house was built in 1935. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
17 Dryden Terr., Millburn
List Price: $1,099,000
Taxes: $16,288
Acreage: 0.31 Acres
4BR/2.1BA
Built in 1954 and renovated in 2008, this nine-room Split Level has an updated kitchen and bathrooms and many spacious rooms. The new listing is one of 13 Millburn homes priced over $1,000,000 showing this weekend. Other upgrades include the patio; walkways; electric; and new interior and exterior paint. There is a fireplace in the living room. A finished, walkout basement with a French drain and two car attached garage round out this property. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
15 Ella St., Bloomfield
List Price: $179,000
Taxes: $7,469
Acreage: 0.11 Acres
3BR/1BA
A budget-priced house without a discount look, this six-room Colonial is one of the least expensive properties showing this weekend — and a new listing to boot. The house has many period details dating to its 1904 construction, and lots of modern touches as well. The kitchen has been updated and boasts stainless steel appliances and a tile floor. There is a patio, full, unfinished basement and no garage. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Just reduced: 133 Maple Ave., Montclair, is now listed at $354,900, a $14,100 reduction. The five bedroom, two bathroom Colonial has a bit of a dated feel despite many improvements. Among them: refinished hardwood floors, new windows and an updated kitchen. Open house 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.