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$4,195,000
8beds
11,076sqft

40 Highland Ave, Millburn Twp., NJ 07078

8beds
11,076sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1880
1.10 Acres
3 Garage spaces
$379 price/sqft

What's special

Modern luxury livingFitness roomLuxurious bathroomUpdated modern systemsTimeless designStunning wraparound porchMedia room

Step inside Montview Estate in the Heart of Short Hills where timeless design meets modern luxury living. This iconic 8-bedroom, 6 full and 2 half-bathroom residence has been reimagined with today's lifestyle in mind, offering a seamless blend of grand entertaining spaces, private retreats and thoughtfully crafted details. The home has been enhanced to provide unparalleled comfort and convenience with updated modern systems. With approx 11,000 square feet and 4 floors of living and entertainment space including the lower level, Montview's layout caters to both elegant entertaining and everyday ease. The expanded chef's kitchen features premium appliances and custom cabinetry flowing to the light-filled breakfast room with fireplace and the family room. Upstairs, the spectacular primary suite showcases a luxurious bathroom + separate dressing room with the remaining bedrooms and bathrooms thoughtfully updated with the 3rd floor a convenient retreat ideal for extended stay guests. The lower level is fully excavated and underpinned with 9-foot ceilings, speakeasy-style bar with separate exterior entrance + wine room, fitness room and media room. Set on over an acre of landscaped grounds leading to the stunning wraparound porch and restored roofing with slate-style shingles, Montview is close to top-rated public and private schools, fine dining, boutique shopping, recreational options + just 3 blocks to the Short Hills Train Station with direct train to NYC.

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Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4045018MLS Logo
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Family Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

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Listed by:

Simon Westfall-kwong 917-774-9242,

Exp Realty, Llc

Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4045018MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms: 8
  • Full bathrooms: 6
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
  • Description: Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 594
  • Dimensions: 27 x 22
Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 240
  • Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 256
  • Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom 4
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 156
  • Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 5
  • Area: 208
  • Dimensions: 16 x 13
Primary bathroom
  • Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower
Dining room
  • Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Level: First
  • Area: 528
  • Dimensions: 22 x 24
Family room
  • Level: First
  • Area: 440
  • Dimensions: 20 x 22
Kitchen
  • Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Level: First
  • Area: 418
  • Dimensions: 19 x 22
Living room
  • Level: First
  • Area: 851
  • Dimensions: 37 x 23
Basement
  • Features: Exercise, Media, OutEntrn, PowderRm, RecRoom, SeeRem, Storage, Utility
Heating
  • 4+ Units, Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • 4+ Units, Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
  • Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Instant Hot Water, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filter, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry: Level 2
Features
  • Office, Bedroom, Rec Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Windows: Blinds, Drapes
  • Basement: Yes,Finished,Full
  • Number of fireplaces: 8
  • Fireplace features: Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Library, Living Room, Recreation Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 11,076
  • Total interior livable area: 11,076 sqft

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Garage spaces: 3
Features
  • Patio & porch: Open Porch(es)
  • Exterior features: Curbs
Lot
  • Size: 1.1 Acres
  • Dimensions: IRREG 1.10 AC
  • Features: Corner Lot
Details
  • Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage Shed
  • Parcel number: 1612022100000000100000
  • Other equipment: Generator-Hookup

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Custom Home,Victorian
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Brick, Clapboard, Wood Shingle
  • Roof: Composition Shingle
Condition
  • Year built: 1880
  • Major remodel year: 2017

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Billiards Room, Fitness Center, Storage
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
Location
  • Region: Short Hills

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $379/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $3,829,100
  • Annual tax amount: $77,309
  • Date on market: 8/5/2026
  • Exclusions: Ask L/A
  • Ownership type: Fee Simple
  • Electric utility on property: Yes

Price history

DateEventPrice
8/5/2026Listed for sale$4,195,000-16%$379/sqft
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7/7/2026Listing removed$4,995,000$451/sqft
Source: eXp Realty #26013357 Report a problem
4/17/2026Price change$4,995,000-5.7%$451/sqft
Source: GSMLS #4021441 Report a problem
1/23/2026Listed for sale$5,295,000-9.5%$478/sqft
Source: GSMLS #4006508 Report a problem
12/1/2025Listing removed$5,850,000$528/sqft
Source: GSMLS #3967751 Report a problem
6/6/2025Listed for sale$5,850,000-6.4%$528/sqft
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6/6/2025Listing removed$6,250,000$564/sqft
Source: GSMLS #3940493 Report a problem
1/8/2025Listed for sale$6,250,000+192.1%$564/sqft
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4/29/2004Sold$2,140,000$193/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$77,310 +1.9%$3,829,100
2024$75,893 +2%$3,829,100
2023$74,399 +0.3%$3,829,100
2022$74,208 +0.4%$3,829,100
2021$73,902 $3,829,100
2020$73,902 +34.2%$3,829,100
2019$55,062 $3,829,100
2018$55,062 -16.3%$3,829,100
2017$65,777 +2.3%$3,829,100 +25.4%
2016$64,280 +4.4%$3,053,700
2015$61,563 +4.2%$3,053,700
2014$59,059 +1.8%$3,053,700
2013$57,990 +2.8%$3,053,700
2012$56,432 +3%$3,053,700
2011$54,783 +2.2%$3,053,700
2010$53,592 +24.4%$3,053,700 +18.3%
2009$43,067 +5.6%$2,580,400
2008$40,770 -6.4%$2,580,400
2007$43,538 $2,580,400 +25.6%
2006-- $2,053,700
2005-- $2,053,700
2004$40,003 $2,053,700
2003-- $2,053,700
2002-- $2,053,700 +415.2%
2001-- $398,600

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$29,061/mo
Principal & interest
$21999
Property taxes
$7062
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Nearby schools

Glenwood Elementary School
Grades K-40.5 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Millburn Middle School
Grades 6-80.7 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10
Millburn Sr High School
Grades 9-120.7 miles
9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
College Readiness Rating
9/10