This week’s open house scene is busier than it might have been due to last week’s storms and resulting problems. Many houses are showing for the second consecutive week, including 5 Highland Terr., Montclair, featured here. In total, about 110 properties are open. Maplewood and South Orange are especially active; Glen Ridge, usually sleepy, has more houses showing than usual as well.
9 Winsor Pl., Glen Ridge
List Price: $579,000
Taxes: $15,407
Acreage: 0.19 Acres
4BR/2.1BA
A new listing, this eight-room Tudor, situated close to the Glen Ridge and Bloomfield train stations, boasts numerous upgrades and amenities. Highlights include the modern kitchen, which has a breakfast nook, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a wine refrigerator. In addition, there is an ornate brick fireplace in the living room; central air; and a sunroom. Outdoors, there is a professionally designed patio and back porch. All roofing was recently redone; the windows, sidewalk, driveway and front steps are new as well. There is a finished, full basement with high ceilings and two car detached garage. The house was constructed in 1929. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
45 North Terr., Maplewood
List Price: $625,000
Taxes: $19,152
Acreage: 0.15 Acres
4BR/2.1BA
Featured in a town history postcard series, this nicely maintained nine-room 2,752-sq. ft. Colonial features oversize rooms, a modern kitchen with limestone countertops, updated bathrooms and lots of windows. The roof and gutters are new. The entryway of the circa 1916 property is flanked by two carved benches original to the house. Other interior amenities include a wood burning fireplace in the living room; central air; hardwood floors throughout; recessed lighting; built-ins; and designer shades. Outside, there is a private backyard, deck and bluestone patio. Finally, there is a partially-finished basement and two car detached garage. Open house 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
169 Scotland Rd., South Orange
List Price: $429,000
Taxes: $14,485
Acreage: 0.29 Acres
5BR/3BA
There’s a lot to like about this 2,800-sq. ft. 10-room Bi-Level, including a recent $46,000 price reduction. Other positives include a rustic family room with wood paneling, a beamed ceiling and fireplace; a two-story deck; central air; new exterior and interior paint; and a decently sized flat backyard. However, some aspects of the house are dated, most notably the kitchen and bathrooms. There is no basement and a two car attached garage. The house was constructed in 1969. Open house 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
3 Vosseler Ct., West Orange
List Price: $549,000
Taxes: $16,469
Acreage: 0.22 Acres
4BR/2.1BA
Featuring a truly stunning chef’s kitchen with custom maple cabinets, this nine-room Split Level, located on a cul-de-sac, boasts luxurious touches throughout. Constructed in approximately 1955, the house was renovated in 2006 to include new bathrooms and central air. In addition, there are hardwood floors throughout; a fireplace in the living room; thermal windows and doors; a sizable deck; and private backyard. Lastly, the basement is finished and there is a two car attached garage. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
60 Ardsley Rd., Montclair
List Price: $749,000
Taxes: $15,796
Acreage: 0.23 Acres
5BR/3.1BA
Renovated last year, this circa 1927 Center Hall English Colonial is a nice mix of old and new. The 10-room house boasts a kitchen with granite countertops and Viking appliances; updated bathrooms; a new third floor media room/office; new windows; and central air. Also new: estate fencing, a paver patio and walkways and the sprinkler system. The 2,824-sq. ft. house has quite a bit of wood paneling and original oak floors, giving it some character. The fireplace in the living room has original leaded glass as well. Finally, there is a partially-finished basement and two car detached garage. Open house 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
