This week’s open house column is sponsored by Kate McDonough.
More than 75 open houses in the greater Baristaville area this Sunday. Our open house menu for Montclair features a wood paneled rec room that will take you back (36 Woodmont), stone accented walls (7 McDonough Street) and a huge wrap-around porch (15 Madison Avenue).
List Price: $649,000
Taxes: $26,367
Lot size: 104′ x 130′
BRM/BTH: 4/2.1
Beautifully built and lovingly maintained for more than 50 years by one owner. This executive split is spacious and gracious throughout. Freshly painted interior. Bonus bedroom on third floor and plumbed for a third bath. Terrific family room with French doors. Sweet sun porch overlooking private tiered property. Set between two parks. Original cedar roof in ‘as in’ condition. Tax appeal in progress. Open 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7.
List Price: $798,000
Taxes: $25,587
Acreage: .37
BRM/BTH: 3/2.1
Set back on a quiet street, this custom-designed home was built using materials from an historic carriage house. Architectural features include original stone accent walls, dramatic wood beams, and cathedral ceilings in the open-concept living space. Spacious master bedroom features bath and walk-in closet, a large den, and a bonus loft space perfect for a home office. Multiple skylights and oversized windows keep the home bright and sunny all year long. Freshly painted with an updated three-zone heating system and a Trane air-conditioning system. Private yard with a generous deck makes this an amazing retreat in one of Montclair’s most favored neighborhoods. Ideally situated between Walnut Street and Watchung Plaza eateries, shopping, and coffee shops, a block away from NYC bus lines and 0.3 miles from two NYC train stops. Open 2-4 p.m.
List Price: $779,000
Taxes: $20,807
Lot size: 141′ x 201′
BRM/BTH: 7/5.1
Turn-of-the-century Colonial Victorian features period details including an architectural staircase, pocket doors, stained glass and leaded glass windows and doors; extra large dining room with original wood wainscot paneling, original built-in benches and cabinets. First floor has grand rooms including a large updated eat-in kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry and laundry room. Unique second floor has five beds, including a huge master suite and four full baths. Room for a Au pair or guest suite. Third floor with two more beds and a full bath. Relax or entertain on the wrap-around porch overlooking a park-like yard. Close to NYC direct train. Take a virtual tour. Open 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7.
List Price: $349,900
Taxes: $12,902
Lot size: 40′ x 100′
BRM/BTH: 3/1.1
Step into this charming side hall Tudor with newly refinished hardwood floors, original wood molding, mantle built-in, decorative fireplace, convenient first floor powder room, sunlit den and updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and adorable eat-in nook. Second floor features ample master bedroom with custom closet, second bedroom, office (could be 4th bedroom) and large pristine bath with tub and separate shower. Large finished third floor room can be a play space, office, media room or guest space. Plenty of storage, nice paver patio, fenced yard and an oversized one-car garage. Open 2-4 p.m.
List Price: $989,000
Taxes: $30,054
Lot size: 216′ x 135′
BRM/BTH: 6/3.1
Renovated center hall Craftsman Colonial set on 2/3 acre landscaped lot less than two blocks to NY train and bus. Eat-in kitchen features high-end appliances. Spa-like new baths and central air. First floor family room. Laundry both on third floor and in basement. Original details include hardwood floors, two fireplaces, leaded glass windows and built-in bookcases. Expansive master suite with full bath and walk-in closet plus two large bedrooms, bath, and bedroom/office with fireplace on the second floor. Two more spacious bedrooms and bath on third floor. Private backyard with patio for outdoor entertaining. Oversized detached one-car garage accessible via covered breezeway. Open 2-4 p.m.
18 Devonshire Terrace, West Orange
List Price: $489,900
Taxes: $14,637
Lot size: 75′ x 100′
BRM/BTH: 4/2.1
Bi-level built in 1959 has four bedrooms and two and a half baths. Open 12-2 p.m.