Understated elegance combined with amenities for utmost comfort & luxury! This sensational five bedroom, three and a half bath classic center hall colonial has been completely transformed by the proud owners! It is surrounded by multi-million dollar homes and located in the desirable, highly rated Deerfield school district. This sophisticated residence has fine millwork, exquisite architectural details, charm, character, plus a brand new gourmet kitchen and two superb new bathrooms.
The dramatic foyer exemplifies the elegance of this home with its marble floor, trimmed entrances into the living room, dining room and the rear hall. The sun-drenched, front to back living room has two large picture windows. The large dining room has custom recessed paneling under the chair rail. The huge family room has a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace with unique tile, sliders to the patio and property. The sophisticated kitchen has beautiful white cabinets, large center island with granite counters and high-end appliances. The newly redone laundry/mud room is conveniently located off the kitchen and oversized garage. The powder room is centrally located.
The spectacular master bedroom has a wonderful new bathroom and a walk-in closet with custom organizers and a linen closet. The luxurious master bathroom has a marble and onyx heated floor, tub with air jets, shower enclosure with seamless glass enclosure, two sinks over a custom vanity with granite counters, separate enclosure for commode and bidet, large shower with frameless enclosure. Also on the second floor are three additional spacious bedrooms and a new bathroom. The finished lower level has a recreation room, sauna, nanny's bedroom, office, full bathroom, access to garage plus additional storage.
This elegant home built in 1962 has been updated with tremendous attention to quality, detail and scale. Recessed lights, designer paint finishes, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, central vacuum system, security system, sprinkler system are some of the wonderful features of this extraordinary home. **To preview, call Binali 973.715.3535 * Top Short Hills Realtor * Over $330 Million in sales* RE/MAX Achievers ** Note: Subject to errors and omissions. Information is obtained from sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed for accuracy. Buyer must very the accuracy of the information.
Sold for $2,880,000
$2,880,000
25 Far Brook Dr, Short Hills, NJ 07078
5beds
3,480sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1962
0.51 Acres Lot
$2,900,600 Zestimate®
$828/sqft
$7,955 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,900,600
$2.58M - $3.28M
$7,955/mo
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Trash compactor, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,480 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle, Brick
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1204002000000009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Short Hills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $828/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,636,200
- Annual tax amount: $33,035
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Sold | $2,880,000+73%$828/sqft |
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| 8/15/2013 | Sold | $1,665,000+10.3%$478/sqft |
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| 4/9/2007 | Sold | $1,510,000+80.8%$434/sqft |
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| 9/2/1999 | Sold | $835,000$240/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,035 +1.9% | $1,636,200 |
| 2024 | $32,429 +2% | $1,636,200 |
| 2023 | $31,791 +0.3% | $1,636,200 |
| 2022 | $31,710 +0.4% | $1,636,200 |
| 2021 | $31,579 | $1,636,200 |
| 2020 | $31,579 +318.5% | $1,636,200 |
| 2019 | $7,545 | $1,636,200 +0.6% |
| 2018 | $7,545 -74.9% | $1,626,100 |
| 2017 | $30,029 +2.3% | $1,626,100 +16.6% |
| 2016 | $29,346 +4.4% | $1,394,100 |
| 2015 | $28,105 +4.2% | $1,394,100 |
| 2014 | $26,962 +1.8% | $1,394,100 |
| 2013 | $26,474 +3.6% | $1,394,100 +0.8% |
| 2012 | $25,565 +3% | $1,383,400 |
| 2011 | $24,818 +2.2% | $1,383,400 |
| 2010 | $24,279 +6.4% | $1,383,400 |
| 2009 | $22,817 +5.6% | $1,383,400 +1.2% |
| 2008 | $21,600 +2.2% | $1,367,100 |
| 2007 | $21,136 | $1,367,100 +37.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $997,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $997,000 |
| 2004 | $19,541 | $997,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $997,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $997,000 +209.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $322,300 |
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Neighborhood: 07078
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deerfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Millburn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Millburn Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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- New Jersey
- Essex County
- Short Hills
- 07078
- 25 Far Brook Dr