249 Runnymede Road

Essex Fells, NJ 07021

$949,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,400 Sq. Ft.
$395 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$395
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on Pine Brook at the edge of the Trotters Forest off Grover Cleveland Park, stands 249 Runnymede Rd Designed in 1957 by the architect Edward Bowser Jr, who worked for the legendary Le Corbusier in Paris. The structure is based on the modernist concept of the "9 square grid", creating harmonious and visually stunning living spaces that are full of reflections of light and sounds of the brook that crosses the .58 acre property. A carport pavilion and a modernist bridge connects to the top floor...Nestled on Pine Brook at the edge of the Trotters Forest off Grover Cleveland Park, stands 249 Runnymede Rd Designed in 1957 by the architect Edward Bowser Jr, who worked for the legendary Le Corbusier in Paris. The structure is based on the modernist concept of the "9 square grid", creating harmonious and visually stunning living spaces that are full of reflections of light and sounds of the brook that crosses the .58 acre property. A carport pavilion and a modernist bridge connects to the top floor of the house. All interior and exterior are original to Bowsers design. There are 10 rooms and 2 and 1 half baths on two floors of 2400 sq feet of livable space. The living and dining areas feature huge glass curtain wall windows, fine wood paneling, cork flooring and a soaring cathedral ceiling under the gull winged roof. The vintage galley kitchen originally opened to the dining room, features Danish cabinetry and a vibrant work space under the central clear storied volume that also houses the laundry room on the upper level. There are 3 bedrooms (originally 4), the principal bedroom has a full bath and a dressing area. Descending a stair to the NYC loft-like lower floor, you will find a large recreation room / art studio space with a 20 foot strip window, a summer kitchen, a brookside family room with a BBQ fireplace, a bedroom, a half bath, and a utility room/gym workspace.property is eligible for state and national registry of historic sites
  1. Listed by JOHN HAYDU • KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP

Property Details for 249 Runnymede Road

Style
Custom Home
Directions
roseland to runnymede
Days On Market
15
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Custom Home
LISTING UPDATED: 10/11/2024 03:02 AM

Property Details for 249 Runnymede Road

StatusActive
MLS #3927676
Days on Market51
Taxes$10,172 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.58 AC / 25,264 SF
CountyEssex County

Building Information for 249 Runnymede Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.58 AC / 25,264 SF

Property Information for 249 Runnymede Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: W ESSEX
  • Grade School: ESSEX FELL
  • High School: W ESSEX
  • Active Days on Market: 16
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Essex Fells Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 13
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1606.0
  • Street # Display: 249.0
  • In-Law Suite: Yes
  • In-Law Suite Description: Bedroom 3+, Half Bath
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Runnymede Rd
  • Zip Code: 07021-1113
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $10,172
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  • Assessment Total: 469200.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1606-00013-0000-00006-0003-
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  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
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  • Tax Rate Year: 2023
  • Tax Year: 2023
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Carport-Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dryer, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Washer
  • Approx Sq Ft: 2400.0
  • Lot Description: Backs to Park Land, Stream On Lot, Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 6.03
  • Approximate Lot Size: 123X205 AVG
  • Total Acres: 0.58
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1957
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 111200.0
  • Assessment Land: 358000.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas In Street
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Electric,OilAbIn
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Cinder Block, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Beam Ceilings, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, High Ceilings, Smoke Detector
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Parquet-Some, See Remarks, Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum
  • Roof Description: Rubberized
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • # Baths: 2.1
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 10x15
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 12x21
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Ground
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 10x13
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Dim: 10x19
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 16x18
  • Fireplace Desc: Family Room, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Kitchen Dim: 8x13
  • Kitchen Area: Galley Type
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 13x21
  • Dining Area: Living/Dining Combo
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: Ground
  • Ground Level Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Family Room, Powder Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 26x32
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Rec Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: Ground
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 249 Runnymede Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 249 Runnymede Road

Taxable ValueLand$358,000Additions$111,200Total$469,200
Tax Record2023$10,172 ($848 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtLot Size25,217 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyESSEXAPN06 00013-0000-00006- 03

Schools near 249 Runnymede Road

This home is within West Essex Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Fells Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

West Essex Middle School
Public7 to 8

West Essex High School
Public9 to 12

Trinity Academy
PrivatePK to 8

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249 Runnymede Road is a single family home for sale in Essex Fells, NJ 07021. This property was listed for sale on October 4, 2024 by KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP, it's currently listed at $949,000. It has been on the market for a total of 51 days and was last sold on February 16, 2007. This listing's school districts are West Essex Regional School District, Essex Fells School District. Nearby schools include Essex Fells Elementary School, West Essex Middle School and West Essex High School. 249 Runnymede Road is a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,400 sqft single family home built in 1957.

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