36 Cambridge Drive, Millburn Twp., NJ 07078
What's special
Gracefully set on a beautiful property in the Hartshorn section of Short Hills, this classic Center Hall Colonial blends timeless design with a warm, inviting feel. A gracious foyer introduces well-proportioned formal living and dining rooms, offering an elegant backdrop for gatherings both large and small. The sunlit eat-in kitchen is crisp and thoughtfully arranged, opening to a comfortable family room that serves as the heart of the home. A powder room completes the main level.Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms are paired with three full baths, including a spacious primary suite. Each room offers excellent scale, natural light, and a sense of comfort and privacy.The finished lower level provides additional flexibility with a recreation room and half bath well-suited for media, fitness, or play.Outdoors, a fenced yard and charming brick patio create a private setting for dining, relaxing, and enjoying the seasons. A two-car attached garage completes this well-appointed offering.
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Margaret Miggins 973-879-9711,
Compass New Jersey, Llc
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
- Level: First
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 350
- Dimensions: 14 x 25
Basement
- Features: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 1 Unit, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Electric, Water Filter, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Breakfast, Rec Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Driveway-Exclusive, Off Street, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Fencing: Metal Fence
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: IRREG .3558 AC
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1612032030000000010000
- Zoning description: residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingle
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
- Water: Public, Water Charge Extra
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: Hartshorn
Location
- Region: Short Hills
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,333,000
- Annual tax amount: $26,913
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Exclusions: chandelier in the dining room
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Pending sale | $2,249,000 |
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| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $2,249,000-10% |
Source: GSMLS #4024805 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,498,000+78.4% |
Source: GSMLS #4024805 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2006 | Sold | $1,400,000-12.8% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2005 | Sold | $1,605,000+171.6% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/1994 | Sold | $591,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,913 +1.9% | $1,333,000 |
| 2024 | $26,420 -6.3% | $1,333,000 |
| 2023 | $28,202 | $1,333,000 |
| 2022 | $28,202 | $1,333,000 |
| 2021 | $28,202 +9.6% | $1,333,000 |
| 2020 | $25,727 +1.5% | $1,333,000 |
| 2019 | $25,354 | $1,333,000 |
| 2018 | $25,354 -10.1% | $1,333,000 |
| 2017 | $28,202 +2.3% | $1,333,000 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $27,561 +4.4% | $1,309,300 |
| 2015 | $26,395 +4.2% | $1,309,300 |
| 2014 | $25,322 +1.8% | $1,309,300 |
| 2013 | $24,864 +2.8% | $1,309,300 |
| 2012 | $24,196 +3% | $1,309,300 |
| 2011 | $23,489 +2.2% | $1,309,300 |
| 2010 | $22,978 +5.2% | $1,309,300 |
| 2009 | $21,852 +5.6% | $1,309,300 |
| 2008 | $20,687 +20.8% | $1,309,300 |
| 2007 | $17,128 | $1,309,300 +62.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $807,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $807,900 |
| 2004 | $15,835 | $807,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $807,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $807,900 +223.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $249,800 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$2,155,900
$2.05M - $2.26M
$10,119/mo
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