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  • $820,000

    488 Dorchester Rd, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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    Single Family Residence
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    What's special

    Updated kitchenTimeless curb appealPrivate retreatHot tubAbundant storageFully fenced backyardSpacious primary bedroom
    Beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath Colonial Cape set on a picturesque tree-lined street in one of Ridgewood's most desirable neighborhoods. Offering timeless curb appeal and thoughtful updates throughout, this inviting home blends comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to a welcoming living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and updated kitchen featuring abundant storage and lovely views of the manicured backyard. Sliding door access to the rear deck creates the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living, entertaining, or relaxing. The first floor offers a spacious primary bedroom, an additional bedroom, and a full bath, providing flexible one-level living options. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath. A partially finished basement adds valuable bonus space ideal for a media room, family room, home office, gym, or recreation area. The fully fenced backyard is a private retreat complete with deck, hot tub, paver patio, and storage shed—designed for year-round enjoyment. Ideally located near Hawes Elementary School, NYC transportation, parks, and vibrant downtown Ridgewood shopping and dining. A rare opportunity to enjoy exceptional location, lifestyle, and lasting value.
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    Listed by:

    Tara Thompson 201-618-1384,

    Christie's International Real Estate Group-Ridgewood

    Source: NJMLS,MLS#: 26013783MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Full,Partially Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Details: None
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck / Patio
      • Pool features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: West
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Features: Regular
      Details
      • Parcel number: 5104602000000014

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
      • Security: Security
      Location
      • Region: Ridgewood

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $396,400
      • Annual tax amount: $11,456
      • Date on market: 4/7/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Private

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/7/2026Pending sale$820,000
        Source: NJMLS #26013783 Report a problem
        4/29/2026Listed for sale$820,000+360.7%
        Source: NJMLS #26013783 Report a problem
        9/9/1992Sold$178,000
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$11,373 $396,400
        2024$11,373 +2.3%$396,400
        2023$11,115 +2.6%$396,400
        2022$10,834 +0.9%$396,400
        2021$10,735 +4.3%$396,400
        2020$10,295 +1.2%$396,400
        2019$10,168 $396,400
        2018$10,168 +3.6%$396,400
        2017$9,815 +1.8%$396,400
        2016$9,644 +2%$396,400
        2015$9,454 +1.2%$396,400
        2014$9,339 +1.3%$396,400 -15.9%
        2013$9,217 $471,200
        2012$9,217 +13.8%$471,200 +9.8%
        2011$8,101 +5.3%$429,300
        2010$7,693 +4%$429,300
        2009$7,397 $429,300 +66.3%
        2007-- $258,200
        2006-- $258,200
        2005-- $258,200
        2004-- $258,200
        2003-- $258,200
        2002-- $258,200
        2001-- $258,200

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 07450

          Getting around

          20 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          41 / 100
          Some Transit
          50 / 100
          Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Hawes Elementary
          • Middle: Benjamin Franklin MS
          • High: Ridgewood High Sch

          Source: NJMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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