538 Lawrence Avenue

Westfield, NJ 07090

$2,195,000
Price
6
Beds
5
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Incredible value! Step into a piece of history with this exquisite residence, meticulously crafted by John Lawrence himself in 1852. Situated on one of town's most esteemed streets, this home exudes timeless elegance & boasts an expansive wrap-around porch, ideal for soaking in the charm of the neighborhood. Spanning nearly 6,500 sq ft, including a carriage house, this architectural gem offers a grand total of 6 beds & 7 baths. You'll be captivated by the charm and character throughout . Housed on...Incredible value! Step into a piece of history with this exquisite residence, meticulously crafted by John Lawrence himself in 1852. Situated on one of town's most esteemed streets, this home exudes timeless elegance & boasts an expansive wrap-around porch, ideal for soaking in the charm of the neighborhood. Spanning nearly 6,500 sq ft, including a carriage house, this architectural gem offers a grand total of 6 beds & 7 baths. You'll be captivated by the charm and character throughout . Housed on the first floor you'll find 2 living rooms, family room, dining room, kitchen, butlers pantry, office, & covered back porch. Indulge in the luxury of the expansive master suite addition completed in 2010, featuring radiant floors throughout and a balcony overlooking the enchanting backyard oasis. On the 2nd floor you'll also notice a convenient laundry room along w/ 3 additional beds & 2 additional baths. On the 3rd floor, you'll find 3 additional beds & a full bath. The enchantment continues w/ an iconic backyard oasis, complete w/ an award winning free form Pugliese pool, spa, and waterfall. Adding to the allure of this extraordinary property is the charming carriage house, offering a 2nd kitchen & half bath w/ an outdoor shower, ideal for poolside convenience. Ascend to the 2nd floor of the carriage house to discover a full bath & rec room. With its rich history, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Westfield's legacy. Close to schools, downtown, and parks.
  1. Listed by MICHELLE PAIS • SIGNATURE REALTY NJ
  2. Listed by MELISSA GONZALES • SIGNATURE REALTY NJ

Property Details for 538 Lawrence Avenue

Style
Colonial, Custom Home
Directions
Dudley to Lawrence Ave.
Days On Market
3
Primary Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2024 12:59 PM

Property Details for 538 Lawrence Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #3937545
Days on Market7
Taxes$33,748 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1852
Lot Size0.64 AC / 27,878 SF
CountyUnion County

Building Information for 538 Lawrence Avenue

Stories-Year Built1852Building Size-Lot Size0.64 AC / 27,878 SF

Property Information for 538 Lawrence Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Active Days on Market: 3
  • Renovated Year: 2010
  • County #: Union
  • Town Name: Westfield Town
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 1104
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2920.0
  • Street # Display: 538.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 10
  • County Or Parish: Union
  • Street Name: Lawrence Ave
  • Zip Code: 07090-3118
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: $33,748
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1498600.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2920-01104-0000-00006-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range/Oven-Electric, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Sump Pump, Washer
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 6
  • Approximate Lot Size: 120X235
  • Total Acres: 0.64
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1852
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 620600.0
  • Assessment Land: 878000.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 3 Units, Central Air
  • Utilities: All Underground, Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 3 Units, Baseboard - Hotwater, Forced Hot Air, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In-Ground Pool
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Carriage House, Metal Fence, Open Porch(es), Patio, Privacy Fence, Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: BarWet, CODetect, CeilCath, CeilHigh, JacuzTyp, SecurSys, Skylight, SmokeDet, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Marble, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Slate
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: French Drain, Unfinished
  • Primary Bath Features: Jetted Tub, Stall Shower
  • # Baths: 5.2
  • # Full Baths: 5
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 13x26
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 16x17
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 14x15
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 13x15
  • # Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room Dim: 24x16
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 26x28
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5+, Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 4
  • Kitchen Dim: 16x18
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Storage Room, Utility Room
  • Den Dim: 16x13
  • Den Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 14x18
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 12x16
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 10x12
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 11x8
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 12x16
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Den,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,Kitchen,Office,OutEntrn,Pantry,Porch,PowderRm,Walkout
  • Level 2 Rooms: 3Bedroom,BathMain,Exercise,Laundry,SittngRm
  • Level 3 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath, Other Room, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 20
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Third
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Other Room 5: Office
  • Other Room 3 Level: First
  • Other Room 6: SittngRm
  • Other Room 4 Level: Second

Property History for 538 Lawrence 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 538 Lawrence Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$878,000Additions$620,600Total$1,498,600
Tax Record2023$33,059 ($2,755 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt6,327 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,327 SqFtStories3Lot Size28,201 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1852CountyUNIONAPN20 01104-0000-00006

Schools near 538 Lawrence Avenue

This home is within Westfield Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 1 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Franklin Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Roosevelt Intermediate School
Public6 to 8

Westfield Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Trivium Academy of New Jersey
Private1 to 5

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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538 Lawrence Avenue is a single family home for sale in Westfield, NJ 07090. This property was listed for sale on December 10, 2024 by SIGNATURE REALTY NJ, it's currently listed at $2,195,000. This listing's school district is Westfield Public School District. Nearby schools include Franklin Elementary School, Roosevelt Intermediate School and Westfield Senior High School. 538 Lawrence Avenue is a 6-bed, 6-bath, single family home built in 1852.

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Listing Courtesy of SIGNATURE REALTY NJ, MICHELLE PAIS; SIGNATURE REALTY NJ, MELISSA GONZALES

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