Welcome to this charming and beautifully maintained 4-bedroom Cape Cod, perfectly blending classic character with modern updates. Filled with natural light, the inviting floor plan features gleaming hardwood floors and an effortless flow from the spacious living room to the dining area, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen is complete with sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and ample workspace. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level, while the second floor offers two additional spacious bedrooms and another full bath, providing flexibility for guests, a home office, or growing households. Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard featuring a spacious deck and hot tub an ideal retreat for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located just minutes from top-rated schools, shopping, restaurants, parks, and NYC transportation, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location.
Under contract
$599,000
48 Merkel Dr, Bloomfield Twp., NJ 07003
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated kitchenGleaming hardwood floorsFilled with natural lightHot tubPrivate fully fenced backyardAmple workspaceTwo generously sized bedrooms
- 24 days |
- 2,172 |
- 163 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vanessa Messina 973-632-6155,
Serhant New Jersey Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4043328
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: 1st Floor
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Living/Dining Combo
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Features: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 1 Unit, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Yes,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 1 Car Width
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Curbs
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51 x 100
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 1602013310000000130000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Wood Shingle
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: Brookdale
Location
- Region: Bloomfield
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $382,700
- Annual tax amount: $13,352
- Date on market: 7/28/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,835/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Pending sale | $599,000 |
Source:  GSMLS #4043328 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+13% |
Source: GSMLS #4043328 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Sold | $530,000+6.2% |
Source: GSMLS #3862293 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2023 | Pending sale | $499,000 |
Source:  NJMLS #23027391 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $499,000+279.5% |
Source: GSMLS #3862293 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2000 | Sold | $131,500+31.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/1994 | Sold | $100,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,352 +2.9% | $382,700 |
| 2024 | $12,981 +5.9% | $382,700 |
| 2023 | $12,254 +1.9% | $382,700 |
| 2022 | $12,028 +1.6% | $382,700 |
| 2021 | $11,845 +29.6% | $382,700 |
| 2020 | $9,136 +42.6% | $382,700 +66.8% |
| 2019 | $6,407 | $229,500 |
| 2018 | $6,407 -29.1% | $229,500 |
| 2017 | $9,036 +2.3% | $229,500 -0.6% |
| 2016 | $8,836 +1.9% | $231,000 |
| 2015 | $8,674 -1.2% | $231,000 |
| 2014 | $8,777 -2.3% | $231,000 -6.1% |
| 2013 | $8,981 -7% | $246,000 -7.6% |
| 2012 | $9,659 +6% | $266,100 -10.1% |
| 2011 | $9,111 +13.1% | $296,100 |
| 2010 | $8,058 +3.4% | $296,100 +124% |
| 2009 | $7,789 +8.1% | $132,200 |
| 2008 | $7,205 +6.7% | $132,200 |
| 2007 | $6,755 | $132,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $132,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $132,200 |
| 2004 | $6,055 | $132,200 +5.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $125,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $125,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $125,800 |
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Neighborhood: Brookdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Brookdale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Bloomfield Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Bloomfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brookdale
- Middle: Bloomfield
- High: Bloomfield
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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