296 Ridgewood Ave

Glen Ridge Boro Twp, NJ 07028


 

Price: $1,200,000

GSMLS:  4027265
Type: Single Family
Style: Victorian
Beds: 4
Baths: 3 Full
Garage: No
Year Built: 1897
Acres: 0.12
Property Tax: $24,272
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Description
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Welcome to the legendary "Rose House," an award-winning Victorian Craftsman estate built in 1897, offering over 3,000 SF of livable space across 4 finished levels. Positioned on one of Glen Ridge's most sought after streets & moments from the train station w/ direct approx. 30-min service to Midtown Manhattan, this home blends historic charm, craftsmanship, preserved architectural details, original hardwood floors & high-end materials w/ modern upgrades. Known for its spectacular gardens w/ 40 hand cultivated rose plants, it's an unmatched setting for entertaining & everyday living. Featuring 4 beds, 2 private offices & 3 full baths, including a top floor primary suite retreat w/ spa-like bath complete w/ a soaking tub, separate shower & water closet. The main level showcases formal living & dining rooms, a sitting room w/ a wood-burring fireplace in the foyer, oversized base molding, elegant crown molding & an updated chef's kitchen w/ premium Bosch stainless steel appliances. The basement offers additional living space ideal for guests, recreation, or work from home living. Major updates include a new roof in 2024, while many major systems & improvements were completed in 2021, including dual-zone HVAC, tankless water heater, LG laundry, French drain system, dual sump pumps, finished basement renovation & EV charger. Outside, a blue stone patio & breathtaking landscaped grounds create outdoor retreat. The Rose House is more than just a home, it is an admired legacy
Rooms Sizes
Kitchen:
10x15 First
Dining Room:
n/a
Living Room:
33x14 First
Family Room:
18x28 Basement
Den:
9x10 Second
Bedroom 1:
29x10 Third
Bedroom 2:
13x13 Second
Bedroom 3:
21x11 Second
Bedroom 4:
10x13 Second
Room Levels
Basement:
BathMain,Laundry,Office,OutEntrn,RecRoom,SeeRem,Storage,Utility
Ground:
n/a
Level 1:
Dining Room, Entrance Vestibule, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, Porch
Level 2:
3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Den
Level 3:
1 Bedroom, Attic, Bath Main, Storage Room
Level Other:
n/a
Room Features
Kitchen:
See Remarks, Separate Dining Area
Dining Room:
Formal Dining Room
Master Bedroom:
Full Bath
Bath:
Bidet, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower
Interior Features
Square Foot:
n/a
Year Renovated:
2021
Basement:
Yes - Bilco-Style Door, Finished, French Drain, Full
Full Baths:
3
Half Baths:
0
Appliances:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Instant Hot Water, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Sump Pump, Washer
Flooring:
Tile, Wood
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace:
Foyer/Hall, Wood Burning
Interior:
Bidet,Blinds,CODetect,AlrmFire,FireExtg,CeilHigh,SecurSys,SmokeDet,StallShw,WndwTret
Exterior Features
Garage Space:
No
Garage:
See Remarks
Driveway:
2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, On-Street Parking, See Remarks
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior:
CedarSid,WoodShng
Swimming Pool:
No
Pool:
n/a
Utilities
Heating System:
1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
Heating Source:
Electric, Gas-Natural
Cooling:
2 Units, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
Water Heater:
See Remarks
Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Services:
Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic Available
Lot Features
Acres:
0.12
Lot Dimensions:
68X77 IRR
Lot Features:
Corner
School Information
Elementary:
n/a
Middle:
RIDGEWOOD
High School:
GLEN RIDGE
Community Information
County:
Essex
Town:
Glen Ridge Boro Twp.
Neighborhood:
n/a
Application Fee:
n/a
Association Fee:
n/a
Fee Includes:
n/a
Amenities:
Exercise Room, Playground, Storage
Pets:
n/a
Financial Considerations
List Price:
$1,200,000
Tax Amount:
$24,272
Land Assessment:
$764,800
Build. Assessment:
$553,200
Total Assessment:
$1,318,000
Tax Rate:
3.51
Tax Year:
2025
Ownership Type:
Fee Simple
Listing Information
MLS ID:
4027265
List Date:
05-13-2026
Days On Market:
4
Listing Broker:
REDFIN CORPORATION
Listing Agent:
Michael Kowalski
 

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