257 James St

Morristown, NJ 07960

$2,530,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

From the moment you drive onto the property, you will be captivated by this stunning 8 bed/10bath oasis. The lush property is masterfully designed with mature landscaping, bluestone walkways, & resort-style backyard. The double door entrance & grand foyer set the tone for the high ceilings & exquisite features throughout. Radiant heat on all 4 floors, & 3-car garage. Formal LR with FP & DR with elegant wainscotting are gracious & inviting. 1st floor boasts powder room off mudroom & full bath near...From the moment you drive onto the property, you will be captivated by this stunning 8 bed/10bath oasis. The lush property is masterfully designed with mature landscaping, bluestone walkways, & resort-style backyard. The double door entrance & grand foyer set the tone for the high ceilings & exquisite features throughout. Radiant heat on all 4 floors, & 3-car garage. Formal LR with FP & DR with elegant wainscotting are gracious & inviting. 1st floor boasts powder room off mudroom & full bath near private bedroom/office. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream with 10ft island, 48 Wolf range, double size refrigerator/freezer, wall oven, 2 beverage drawers & 2 dishwashers. Fabulous butler's pantry with walk-in pantry attached. FR w/ wet bar is anchored by a large stone FP, windows overlooking luxurious backyard. 4 season cathedral ceiling sunroom is truly magical from summer days to cozy winter nights. Enviable primary suite features FP, huge his & her closets & spa bath. 4 additional ensuite bedrooms & laundry room complete 2nd floor. 3rd floor hosts massive bonus room, full bath & bedroom. Basement is entertainers dream with large rec room, kitchen, in-home theatre, ensuite bedroom with FP, state of art fitness room & half bath. The real SHOWSTOPPER is the backyard. Double patios, outdoor kitchen. Relax & unwind in 18x10 GUNITE SALT WATER POOL heated for year round use. Large gazebo w/ gas fire pit & TV. Outdoor lighting & Sonos throughout! Full house generator.
  1. Listed by CARRIE CONTE • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Property Details for 257 James Street

Style
Custom Home
Directions
South Street to James Street. Long private driveway between Footes Lane and Springbrook Road
Days On Market
28
Primary Style
Custom Home
LISTING UPDATED: 11/12/2024 01:07 PM

Property Details for 257 James Street

StatusSold
MLS #3921977
Days on Market28
Taxes$41,962 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built2017
Lot Size2.27 AC / 98,881 SF
CountyMorris County

Location

Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, CARRIE CONTE

Sold By KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY, PETER CORBET THOMAS

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Building Information for 257 James Street

Stories-Year Built2017Building Size-Lot Size2.27 AC / 98,881 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,753 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,256

Property Taxes

$3,497

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 257 James Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: A.Hamilton
  • Grade School: Woodland
  • High School: Morristown
  • Active Days on Market: 28
  • County #: Morris
  • Town Name: Morris Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 6302
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Beige
  • Town #: 2324.0
  • Street # Display: 257.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 8
  • County Or Parish: Morris
  • Street Name: James St
  • Zip Code: 07960-6360
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $41,962
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 2092900.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2322-06302-0000-00001-0001-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2023
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, Paver Block
  • # Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, CentVac, Dishwshr, Dryer, GenBltIn, KitExhFn, Microwav, RgOvGas, Refrig, SumpPump, OvnWGas, Washer, WineRefr
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Stream On Lot, Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 1.01
  • Approximate Lot Size: 2.27 AC
  • Total Acres: 2.27
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 2017
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 1726800.0
  • Assessment Land: 366100.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: 3 Units, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
  • Utilities: All Underground, Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Multi-Zone, Radiant - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In-Ground Pool
  • Exterior Description: Composition Shingle, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Barbeque, Open Porch(es), Outdoor Kitchen, Patio, Privacy Fence, Storage Shed, Storm Door(s), Thermal Windows/Doors, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: BarDry, Blinds, CODetect, AlrmFire, CeilHigh, SecurSys, Skylight, SmokeDet, SoakTub, StallShw, StereoSy, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Marble, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, French Drain
  • Primary Bath Features: Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Steam
  • # Baths: 8.2
  • # Full Baths: 8
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 18x26
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 22x15
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 22x15
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 19x13
  • # Bedrooms: 8
  • Dining Room Dim: 18x20
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 24x20
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 5+, Family Room, Gas Fireplace, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 6
  • Kitchen Dim: 18x24
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Exercise Room, Kitchen, Media Room, Powder Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Living Room Dim: 20x18
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 15x24
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 20x14
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 17x7
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 17x12
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 1Bedroom,BathOthr,Breakfst,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,GarEnter,Kitchen,LivingRm,MudRoom,Office,OutEntrn,Pantry,PowderRm,Screened,Sunroom
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1Bedroom,Attic,BathOthr,Leisure
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 34
  • Other Room 3: Sunroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom/Office
  • Other Room 2 Level: First
  • Other Room 5: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Second
  • Other Room 6: Bedroom
  • Other Room 4 Level: Third
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 257 James Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544894216

$2,530,000

+1.8% / yr

Nov 12, 2024

Sold

GSMLS #3921977

$2,530,000
Oct 2, 2024

Under Contract

GSMLS #3921977

Sep 4, 2024

Price Change

GSMLS #3921977

$2,595,000
Sep 4, 2024

Price Change

GSMLS #3921977

$2,750,000
Sep 4, 2024

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3921977

$2,595,000
May 28, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MOMLS #22414898

May 3, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MOMLS #22411849

Apr 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22411849

$3,299,999
Feb 20, 2018

Sold

GSMLS #3328607

$2,250,000
Feb 15, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #616906727

$2,250,100

+20.7% / yr

Aug 11, 2016

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3328607

$2,300,000
Mar 5, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #218335183

$287,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544894216

$2,530,000

+1.8% / yr

11/12/2024

Sold

GSMLS #3921977

$2,530,000
10/02/2024

Under Contract

GSMLS #3921977

09/04/2024

Price Change

GSMLS #3921977

$2,595,000
09/04/2024

Price Change

GSMLS #3921977

$2,750,000
09/04/2024

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3921977

$2,595,000
05/28/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MOMLS #22414898

05/03/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MOMLS #22411849

04/30/2024

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22411849

$3,299,999
02/20/2018

Sold

GSMLS #3328607

$2,250,000
02/15/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #616906727

$2,250,100

+20.7% / yr

08/11/2016

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3328607

$2,300,000
03/05/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #218335183

$287,500

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Public Records for 257 James Street

Taxable ValueLand$366,100Additions$1,726,800Total$2,092,900
Tax Record2023$41,963 ($3,497 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt8,071 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,071 SqFtStories3Lot Size98,881 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2017ZoningRA25CountyMORRISAPN22 06302-0000-00001- 01

Schools near 257 James Street

This home is within Morris School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - PK to 2
Public - K to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hillcrest Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Alfred Vail Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Woodland School
PublicK to 2

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Public3 to 5

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