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    • $2,000,000

    229 Ballantine Pkwy, Newark City, NJ 07104

    15beds
    15,000sqft
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    $13,713/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $1,931,600 Zestimate®
    $133/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Full-size kitchenSoaring ceilingsStunning original architectural detailsPrivate oasisConvenient laundry roomCharming carriage houseBreathtaking ballroom
    Step into timeless elegance with this extraordinary historic estate in Newark's prestigious Forest Hill neighborhood. Set on the largest lot in the area, this remarkable home features stunning original architectural details, soaring ceilings, a walk-up attic, and a charming carriage house. With 26 rooms including 15 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 3 half baths, it offers a perfect balance of historic charm and modern comfort, including a spacious living room, family room, formal dining room, breathtaking ballroom, year-round porch, full-size kitchen, and convenient laundry room. The second level includes 8 bedrooms with 3 Jack-and-Jill baths and an additional full bath. The original carriage house offers a basement and space for 3 cars, with potential to transform into a private apartment, studio, or guest suite. Within walking distance to transportation, and close to restaurants, schools, and Branch Brook Park, this home offers exceptional potential as a bed-and-breakfast, Airbnb, or creative use. Expansive grounds provide endless possibilities for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own private oasis. This estate is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Newark's storied legacy.
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    Listed by:

    Hajira Yafai 973-876-0970,

    Coldwell Banker Realty,

    Juliana Pirtea

    Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 3998591MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 15
      • Bathrooms: 8
      • Full bathrooms: 7
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Second Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
      Heating
      • 1 Unit, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 8
      • Fireplace features: Bedroom 5+
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 15,000
      • Total interior livable area: 15,000 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 7
      • Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Parking Lot-Exclusive, See Remarks, Detached Garage
      • Garage spaces: 3
      • Uncovered spaces: 7
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 0.44 Acres
      • Dimensions: 100 x 190
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1614006860000000290000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom Home,Carriage House
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Stone
      • Roof: Flat,Slate

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Gas-Natural
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
      Location
      • Region: Newark

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $133/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $356,800
      • Annual tax amount: $13,569
      • Date on market: 11/19/2025
      • Ownership type: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $1,931,600

        $1.84M - $2.03M

        $2,120/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/19/2025Listed for sale$2,000,000$133/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3998591 Report a problem
        10/14/2025Listing removed$2,000,000$133/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3973698 Report a problem
        10/6/2025Price change$2,000,000-9.1%$133/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3973698 Report a problem
        8/14/2025Price change$2,200,000-8.3%$147/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3973698 Report a problem
        7/8/2025Listed for sale$2,400,000$160/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3973698 Report a problem
        6/1/2025Listing removed$2,400,000$160/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3936093 Report a problem
        12/7/2024Listed for sale$2,400,000$160/sqft
        Source: GSMLS #3936093 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Forest Hill

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        70 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        40 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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