Perched atop a sprawling and private 1.94-acre lot, this beautifully updated home offers peaceful wooded surroundings and exceptional space both inside and out. A circular driveway creates an impressive arrival, while the setting provides a sense of privacy and tranquility with views that make the home feel like a treehouse retreat. Renovated in 2004, the home features gleaming hardwood floors, spacious living areas, and large windows that bring in natural light and showcase the serene landscape from nearly every room.The property also includes a rare 4-car garage, offering excellent space for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or workshop potential. Conveniently located near Interstate 78, this home combines privacy and natural beauty with easy access to commuting routes, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. A unique opportunity to enjoy peaceful, elevated living surrounded by nature.
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$1,300,000
17 Drift Rd, Watchung Boro, NJ 07069
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
1.94 Acres Lot
$1,264,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 34 days |
- 672 |
- 20 |
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Listed by:
Sean Quinn 908-377-7058,
Compass New Jersey, Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4027128
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower And Tub
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 18 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 25 x 16
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Basement
- Features: Rec Room, Utility Room, Walkout
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Rec Room, Walkout
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Yes,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Attached Garage, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 1.94 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.94 AC
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 2721070080000000270000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Major remodel year: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Watchung
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $891,900
- Annual tax amount: $16,404
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$1,264,500
$1.20M - $1.33M
$5,141/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+37042.9% |
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| 4/9/2016 | Listing removed | $3,825 |
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| 2/19/2016 | Price change | $3,825+0.7% |
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| 8/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,800 |
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| 12/20/2013 | Listing removed | $3,800 |
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| 11/21/2013 | Listed for rent | $3,800-2.6% |
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| 6/27/2013 | Listing removed | $3,900 |
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| 6/4/2013 | Listed for rent | $3,900+1.3% |
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| 5/13/2011 | Listing removed | $3,850 |
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| 1/1/2011 | Listed for rent | $3,850 |
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| 10/9/2010 | Listing removed | $3,500 |
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| 9/23/2010 | Price change | $3,500-10.3% |
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| 9/19/2010 | Price change | $3,900-2.5% |
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| 8/26/2010 | Price change | $4,000-7% |
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| 7/23/2010 | Price change | $4,300-12.2% |
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| 5/20/2010 | Listed for sale | $4,900-99.4% |
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| 4/24/2004 | Sold | $825,000+161.9% |
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| 5/1/2003 | Sold | $315,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,791 +8.7% | $840,400 +8.7% |
| 2024 | $15,449 +3.9% | $773,200 +6.2% |
| 2023 | $14,865 +1.3% | $728,300 +3.3% |
| 2022 | $14,681 | $705,200 +3.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $684,100 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $13,880 +5.8% | $672,500 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $13,113 +3.4% | $668,900 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $12,687 -3.7% | $658,600 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $13,177 +4.6% | $641,100 +1.7% |
| 2016 | $12,594 +3% | $630,200 +6% |
| 2015 | $12,223 -2.4% | $594,600 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $12,528 -0.2% | $583,700 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $12,557 +4.2% | $605,500 -2.9% |
| 2012 | $12,050 +3.1% | $623,500 +1.5% |
| 2011 | $11,689 +28.4% | $614,500 +1% |
| 2010 | $9,106 -0.3% | $608,500 +17.7% |
| 2009 | $9,134 | $516,800 -4.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $543,700 -4.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $567,200 +2.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $551,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $551,400 +27.1% |
| 2004 | $6,587 | $434,000 +1.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $427,700 +28.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $332,800 +4.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $319,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07069
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Bayberry Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Valley View Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10Watchung Hills Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bayberry
- Middle: Vally View
- High: Watchung
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- New Jersey
- Somerset County
- Watchung
- 07069
- 17 Drift Rd
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