Designed for living. Meticulously rebuilt and expanded from the studs up, this exceptional Madison home offers 4 finished levels, 5 bedrooms and 5.1 baths, ideally situated on a picturesque street just moments from vibrant downtown, award-winning schools, parks, boutique shopping, acclaimed restaurants and direct NYC trains. The stunning chef's kitchen features JennAir appliances, 6-burner range, quartz countertops, custom Fabuwood cabinetry and a large center island, opening to the family room with gas fireplace. Beautiful 4" white oak floors flow throughout. A paver patio with gas line for grilling extends the living space outdoors. A formal dining room, living room, private office and powder room complete the first floor.Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with heated bath floors, custom walk-in closet and 2 generous reach-in closets. Two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, plus an additional bedroom, hall bath and laundry. The finished third floor offers a private 5th bedroom and full bath. The finished lower level features a recreation room, full bath and storage.Thoughtfully rebuilt for today's lifestyle, nearly every component is new, including Hardie Plank siding, prairie-style windows, roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, insulation, landscaping, water/sewer lines and irrigation. A detached 1-car garage completes this beautifully reimagined Madison home. This home is still an active construction site. Completion estimated in Dec 2026.
Active
$1,949,000
36 Highland Ave, Madison Boro, NJ 07940
5beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 5 days
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Listed by:
Marybeth Eckhardt 973-908-1633,
Kl Sotheby's Int'l. Realty,
Kathleen Boyd
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4053367
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Basement
- Features: BathOthr, Pantry, RecRoom, Storage, Utility
Heating
- 2 Units, Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 2 Units, Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Level 2
Features
- Bedroom, Foyer, Rec Room
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Curbs
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 170
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2317020020000000150000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Composition Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
Location
- Region: Madison
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $444,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,459
- Date on market: 9/22/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,949,000+142.1% |
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| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $805,000+15.2% |
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| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,459 | $444,100 |
| 2024 | $9,459 +3.4% | $444,100 |
| 2023 | $9,144 +0.2% | $444,100 |
| 2022 | $9,122 +1.4% | $444,100 |
| 2021 | $8,997 +2.7% | $444,100 |
| 2020 | $8,762 +2.6% | $444,100 |
| 2019 | $8,540 +0.8% | $444,100 |
| 2018 | $8,473 +1.8% | $444,100 |
| 2017 | $8,327 +1.9% | $444,100 |
| 2016 | $8,171 +3.5% | $444,100 |
| 2015 | $7,896 +1.4% | $444,100 |
| 2014 | $7,790 +3.2% | $444,100 |
| 2013 | $7,545 +2.6% | $444,100 +63.6% |
| 2012 | $7,355 +2.7% | $271,500 |
| 2011 | $7,165 +4.2% | $271,500 |
| 2010 | $6,877 +2.2% | $271,500 |
| 2009 | $6,728 | $271,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $271,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $271,500 |
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Neighborhood: 07940
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Madison Jr
- High: Madison
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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