This weekend’s open house scene can be characterized by quality and quantity — thanks mostly to a bunch of West Orange listings (at least 33). Highlights among the approximately 115 properties showing include a nicely appointed Glen Ridge Colonial for under $400,000, a distinguished Arts Crafts Colonial in South Orange and some big reductions.
385 Valley Rd., West Orange
List Price: $150,000
Taxes: $5,618
Acreage: 0.20 Acres
2BR/1BA
Positioned as a condo alternative and among the least expensive offerings showing, this just-listed six-room Colonial/Victorian has an updated eat-in kitchen, modernized bathroom, wood floors throughout, high ceilings, a three-season porch and patio. There is an unfinished walkout basement and one car detached garage. The property was constructed in 1906. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
16 Cross Pl., Glen Ridge
List Price: $349,900
Taxes: $11,604
Acreage: 0.17 Acres
3BR/2BA
Also a new listing, this nicely appointed eight-room Colonial has spacious rooms, an updated kitchen and newer first floor bathroom; the roof and gutters are newer as well. The circa 1940 house also has honey wood floors throughout, a wood burning fireplace in the living room, Anderson tilt-in windows and a stone patio. Finally, there is a finished basement and one car attached garage. It’s one of four Glen Ridge homes showing this weekend. (The costliest at $1,085,000, 89 Ridgewood Ave., was featured here. ) Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
109 Lorraine Ave., Montclair
List Price: $1,600,000
Taxes: $44,540
Acreage: 1.21 Acres
8BR/8.1BA
This 20-room, 5,644-sq. ft. Colonial has it all: New York City views, five fireplaces, a library, pool, even a legal extra building lot. The house was custom built in 1898 for a New York City publisher; much original detail remains, such as beamed ceilings. The property is showing by appointment only from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
227 Garfield Pl., South Orange
List Price: $665,000
Taxes: $16,623
Acreage: 0.28 Acres
4BR/2.2BA
Distinguished by a 20-ft. chestnut pillared foyer and grand staircase, this 10-room stately Arts Crafts Colonial is also notable for its ornate original wood detailing and extra-large rooms. Listed in the last month and just reduced by $24,000, this 10-room property also has a covered front porch with a swing, an updated kitchen with lots of cabinet space, two fireplaces and hardwood floors. Outdoor attributes include a deck and patio. A partially-finished basement and one car detached garage complete this property. The house was built in approximately 1904. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Other recent reductions: 4 Curtis Terr., Montclair, profiled here and pictured, is now available for $985,000 — a $215,000 reduction. The circa 1930 Tudor retains much of its original charm and boasts many upgrades, including central air. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. … 22 Duncan St., Millburn, an eight-room, 1,539-sq. ft. Colonial, was just reduced by $50,100. Now listed at $599,900, the property is notable for its private backyard and large deck. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. … 26 Cambridge Rd., Bloomfield, a five bedroom, 4.1 bathroom Colonial on almost an acre, is now available for $449,000 — a $50,000 drop. The house has two dining rooms. Open house 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. … The price of 164 Jacoby St., Maplewood was just lowered by $11,000 to $289,000. The seven-room Colonial has a new kitchen and bathroom. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.