85 Athens Road

Millburn Twp, NJ 07078


 

Price: $2,495,000

GSMLS:  4014336
Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial
Beds: 6
Baths: 4 Full & 1 Half
Garage: 2-Car
Year Built: 1957
Acres: 0.49
Property Tax: $25,653
Description
Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in such a coveted neighborhood.Classic architecture and meticulous landscaping frame the home with quiet sophistication, creating an inviting sense of arrival. Inside, graciously scaled rooms unfold with an effortless flow, offering both elegant spaces for entertaining and comfortable areas for everyday living. Expansive windows invite natural light to pour in while capturing tranquil views of the surrounding greenery. The home's generous proportions allow for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. A private ground-level suite provides ideal accommodations enhancing the home's flexibility.Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped property creates an exceptional setting for outdoor living, featuring a lovely patio with an outdoor kitchen, intimate seating areas, and a sweeping level lawn. The wooded landscape beyond enhances the sense of privacy and tranquility.All of this while enjoying the convenience of being within walking distance of highly regarded Deerfield Elementary School.
Rooms Sizes
Kitchen:
16x14 First
Dining Room:
13x15 First
Living Room:
22x13 First
Family Room:
17x13 First
Den:
n/a
Bedroom 1:
17x17 First
Bedroom 2:
14x18 Second
Bedroom 3:
14x19 Second
Bedroom 4:
18x14 Second
Room Levels
Basement:
1Bedroom,BathOthr,Exercise,GarEnter,Laundry,RecRoom,Storage
Ground:
n/a
Level 1:
1 Bedroom, Bath Main, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Powder Room
Level 2:
4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
Level 3:
n/a
Level Other:
n/a
Room Features
Kitchen:
Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
Dining Room:
Formal Dining Room
Master Bedroom:
1st Floor, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bath:
Soaking Tub, Stall Shower And Tub
Interior Features
Square Foot:
n/a
Year Renovated:
2005
Basement:
Yes - Finished, Full
Full Baths:
4
Half Baths:
1
Appliances:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Electric
Flooring:
Carpeting, Tile, Wood
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace:
Living Room
Interior:
BarDry,CODetect,AlrmFire,HotTub,JacuzTyp,SecurSys,SmokeDet,StallShw,WlkInCls
Exterior Features
Garage Space:
2-Car
Garage:
Built-In,DoorOpnr,InEntrnc,Oversize
Driveway:
Blacktop, Circular, Driveway-Exclusive, Off-Street Parking
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior:
Brick, Wood Shingle
Swimming Pool:
No
Pool:
n/a
Utilities
Heating System:
Forced Hot Air
Heating Source:
Gas-Natural
Cooling:
Central Air
Water Heater:
Gas
Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Services:
Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
Lot Features
Acres:
0.49
Lot Dimensions:
196XIRR .4866 AC
Lot Features:
Level Lot
School Information
Elementary:
DEERFIELD
Middle:
MILLBURN
High School:
MILLBURN
Community Information
County:
Essex
Town:
Millburn Twp.
Neighborhood:
Deerfield
Application Fee:
n/a
Association Fee:
n/a
Fee Includes:
n/a
Amenities:
n/a
Pets:
Yes
Financial Considerations
List Price:
$2,495,000
Tax Amount:
$25,653
Land Assessment:
$794,000
Build. Assessment:
$476,600
Total Assessment:
$1,270,600
Tax Rate:
2.02
Tax Year:
2025
Ownership Type:
Fee Simple
Listing Information
MLS ID:
4014336
List Date:
03-13-2026
Days On Market:
6
Listing Broker:
COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
Listing Agent:
Margaret Miggins
 

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