254 Watchung Avenue

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

$610,000
Price
3
Beds
1,440 Sq. Ft.
$424 / Sq. Ft.
1,440
Sq. Ft.
$424
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Your Dream Home in Bloomfield! Move right into this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath split-level home in one of Bloomfield's most desirable neighborhoods. Perfectly located just 20 minutes from Manhattan, it's near NYC buses, major highways (including the GSP), and only 1.4 miles from the NYC train. Brookdale Park is just 3 blocks away! Inside, the bright, open floor plan features hardwood floors, central air, and stylish details like accent lighting. The updated eat-in kitchen...Welcome to Your Dream Home in Bloomfield! Move right into this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath split-level home in one of Bloomfield's most desirable neighborhoods. Perfectly located just 20 minutes from Manhattan, it's near NYC buses, major highways (including the GSP), and only 1.4 miles from the NYC train. Brookdale Park is just 3 blocks away! Inside, the bright, open floor plan features hardwood floors, central air, and stylish details like accent lighting. The updated eat-in kitchen is a standout, with a terrazzo-finish breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, soft-close drawers, a Grohe faucet, under-cabinet lighting, and sleek glass-infused countertops. The home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a double closet and ceiling fan. The third-floor bedroom provides access to a large attic, perfect for extra storage. The ground level includes a laundry nook, powder room, and garage access. The lower level features a rec room with track lighting and a utility room. Outdoor living is a dream with a fenced backyard, 20-ft above-ground pool with a new liner, patio, and two sheds for storage. A double-width paver driveway offers plenty of parking. Don't miss this incredible home in an unbeatable location. Schedule your showing today!

Property Details for 254 Watchung Avenue

Style
Split Level
Directions
Broad to Watchung - between Albert Terrace and Clair St. Easy to park on either block and walk to the house.
Days On Market
24
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Split Level
Section/Subdiv/Development
Brookdale
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2025 01:09 PM

Property Details for 254 Watchung Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #3943138
Days on Market31
Taxes$12,245 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Split Level
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyEssex County

Building Information for 254 Watchung Avenue

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Property Information for 254 Watchung Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: BLOOMFIELD
  • Grade School: DEMAREST
  • High School: BLOOMFIELD
  • Active Days on Market: 24
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Bloomfield Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 975
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1602.0
  • Street # Display: 254.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: ESSEX
  • Street Name: Watchung Ave
  • Zip Code: 07003-4315
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $12,245
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  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 361000.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1602-00975-0000-00007-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
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  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Built-In Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Approx Sq Ft: 1440.0
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 7
  • Approximate Lot Size: 52 X 105
  • Total Acres: 0.13
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1953
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 217200.0
  • Assessment Land: 143800.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Ceiling Fan, Central Air
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Included
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Above Ground
  • Exterior Description: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Patio, Privacy Fence, Storage Shed
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • # Baths: 1.1
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 15x12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 13x11
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 10x11
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Easement Desc: Unknown
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove-Freestanding
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Family Room, Utility Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Ground Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Walkout
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Storage Room
  • # Rooms: 9
  • Other Room 3: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: Ground
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 254 Watchung Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 254 Watchung Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$291,100Additions$261,600Total$552,700
Tax Record2023$18,648 ($1,554 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,099 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,099 SqFtLot Size12,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926ZoningR3CountyESSEXAPN08 00142-0000-00007

Schools near 254 Watchung Avenue

This home is within Bloomfield Board Of Education School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Demarest Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Bloomfield Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bloomfield High School
Public9 to 12

St Thomas The Apostle School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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254 Watchung Avenue is a single family home for sale in Bloomfield, NJ 07003. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2025 by EXP REALTY, LLC, it's currently listed at $610,000. It has been on the market for a total of 31 days and was last sold on June 17, 2022. This listing's school district is Bloomfield Board Of Education School District. Nearby schools include Demarest Elementary School, Bloomfield Middle School and Bloomfield High School. 254 Watchung Avenue is a 3-bed, 1.5-bath, 1,440 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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Listing Courtesy of EXP REALTY, LLC, JUSTIN KILISZEK; EXP REALTY, LLC, DAVID MORENO

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