Under contract
$2,495,000
6beds
--sqft
85 Athens Rd, Millburn Twp., NJ 07078
6beds
--sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1957
0.49 Acres
2 Attached garage spaces
What's special
Classic architectureBeautifully landscaped propertySerene wooded backdropPrivate ground-level suiteEffortless flowExpansive windowsGenerous proportions
Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in ...
- 30 days |
- 1,934 |
- 56 |
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4022580
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Margaret Miggins 973-879-9711,
Compass New Jersey, Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4022580
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: 1st Floor, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 289
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower And Tub
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22 x 13
Basement
- Features: Exercise, GarEnter, Laundry, RecRoom, Storage
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bedroom, Breakfast, Bath(s) Other
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Driveway-Exclusive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 196 x IRR .4866 AC
- Features: Level, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1612045050000000190000
- Zoning description: residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Shingle
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1957
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: Deerfield
Location
- Region: Short Hills
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,270,600
- Annual tax amount: $25,653
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Exclusions: contact listing agent
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Pending sale | $2,495,000 |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000 |
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| 3/23/2026 | Listing removed | $2,495,000 |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+404% |
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| 1/6/1999 | Sold | $495,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,653 +1.9% | $1,270,600 |
| 2024 | $25,183 -4.8% | $1,270,600 |
| 2023 | $26,449 | $1,270,600 |
| 2022 | $26,449 | $1,270,600 |
| 2021 | $26,449 +7.9% | $1,270,600 |
| 2020 | $24,523 +1.5% | $1,270,600 |
| 2019 | $24,167 | $1,270,600 |
| 2018 | $24,167 -8.6% | $1,270,600 |
| 2017 | $26,449 +2.3% | $1,270,600 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $25,847 +4.4% | $1,227,900 |
| 2015 | $24,754 +4.2% | $1,227,900 |
| 2014 | $23,748 +1.8% | $1,227,900 |
| 2013 | $23,318 +2.8% | $1,227,900 |
| 2012 | $22,692 +3% | $1,227,900 |
| 2011 | $22,029 +2.2% | $1,227,900 |
| 2010 | $21,550 +5.2% | $1,227,900 |
| 2009 | $20,494 +5.6% | $1,227,900 |
| 2008 | $19,401 +2.8% | $1,227,900 |
| 2007 | $18,866 | $1,227,900 +38% |
| 2006 | -- | $889,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $889,900 |
| 2004 | $17,442 | $889,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $889,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $889,900 +234.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $266,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$16,981/mo
Principal & interest
$12781
Property taxes
$4200
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Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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$7,952/mo
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Neighborhood: 07078
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deerfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Millburn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Millburn Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Deerfield
- Middle: Millburn
- High: Millburn
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New Jersey
- Essex County
- Short Hills
- 07078
- 85 Athens Rd