Seller's Agent in 2017
Robert Northfield
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT
(973) 489-3417
79 in this area
324 Total Sales
225 Underhill Rd South Orange, NJ 07079
Estimated Value: $1,600,000 - $1,896,561
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,573
Sq Ft
$326/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1.94 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Wooded Lot
- South Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2017Serenely nestled on nearly 2 acres in South Orange within 30 min commute to NYC. This is one of the grandest homes in town, offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a stone castle like mansion This home and property defines the epitome of elite and sophisticated living. This is showcased by the fact that the home is built a top of of the highest peaks in town featuring breathtaking views.The area has been named "Brooklyn West". It is no wonder that many affluent buyers choose to live here.This elegant stone mansion welcomes guests with a beautiful front door way leading to impressive center hall with incredible staircase on three levels. The first floor contains a family room, living room, formal dining room and grand ball room with library, gourmet kitchen offering professional quality appliances. Wow
Last Agent to Sell the Property
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT Listed on: 03/30/2016
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $40,381
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 1.94 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Private Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Workshop
- Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Oven or Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Powder Room
- Bathtub with Shower
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- S Mountain Elementary School
- S Orange Middle School
- Columbia High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Multiple Heating Units
- Radiator
- Standard Electricity
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1619-01503-0000-00021-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 30, 2016
Closed on
Feb 15, 2017
Sold by
Kay Alexander H and Kay Renee D
Bought by
Bava Shaun M and Black Katherine E
Seller's Agent
Robert Northfield
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT
List Price
$979,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$154,000
-15.73%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$995,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.74%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$574,364
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,244,026
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2005
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$999,999
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bava Shaun M | $825,000 | Commonwealth Title Company | |
| -- | $1,250,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bava Shaun M | $660,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kay Alexander H | $999,999 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2017 02/15/17 | Sold | $825,000 | -15.7% | $148 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2016 06/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2016 03/30/16 | For Sale | $979,000 | -- | $176 / Sq Ft |
Source: Garden State MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,716 | $1,350,000 | $564,500 | $785,500 |
| 2024 | $39,716 | $1,695,100 | $564,500 | $1,130,600 |
| 2022 | $38,296 | $1,092,000 | $424,500 | $667,500 |
| 2021 | $36,964 | $1,092,000 | $424,500 | $667,500 |
| 2020 | $38,592 | $1,176,600 | $424,500 | $752,100 |
| 2019 | $37,628 | $1,176,600 | $424,500 | $752,100 |
| 2018 | $37,063 | $1,176,600 | $424,500 | $752,100 |
| 2017 | $36,145 | $1,176,600 | $424,500 | $752,100 |
| 2016 | $41,342 | $1,080,000 | $376,000 | $704,000 |
| 2015 | $40,381 | $1,080,000 | $376,000 | $704,000 |
| 2014 | $45,071 | $1,231,100 | $376,000 | $855,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3294584
APN: 19-01503-0000-00021
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the IDX Program of Garden State Multiple Listing Service, L.L.C. Real estate listings held by other brokerage firms are marked as IDX Listing.
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Copyright © 2025 Garden State Multiple Listing Service, L.L.C. All rights reserved.
Notice: The dissemination of listings on this website does not constitute the consent required by N.J.A.C. 11:5.6.1 (n) for the advertisement of listings exclusively for sale by another broker. Any such consent must be obtained in writing from the listing broker.
This information is being provided for Consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties Consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Nearby Homes
- 204 Crestwood Dr
- 80 Maple Ave
- 460 Overhill Rd
- 54 Maple Ave
- 371 Franklin Place
- 33 Maple Ave
- 232 W South Orange Ave
- 218 Conway Ct
- 385 Meadowbrook Ln
- 22 S Ridgewood Rd
- 84 Lawrence Ave
- 17-25 Church St Unit 5
- 616 S Orange Ave Unit 7F
- 31-41 Church St Unit 306 Unit 306
- 161 Church St
- 609 W South Orange Ave Unit 2N
- 616 S Orange Ave Unit 7G
- 388 Thornden St
- 21 Burnett Terrace
- 609 W South Orange Ave Unit 5H
- 36 Tillou Rd W
- 237 Underhill Rd
- 34 Tillou Rd W
- 203 Underhill Rd
- 596 Longview Rd
- 222 Underhill Rd
- 201 Underhill Rd
- 216 Underhill Rd
- 32 Tillou Rd W
- 38 Tillou Rd W
- 588 Longview Rd
- 472 Vista Way
- 30 Tillou Rd W
- 204 Underhill Rd
- 191 Underhill Rd
- 247 Underhill Rd
- 40 Tillou Rd W
- 28 Tillou Rd W
- 365 Harding Dr
- 600 Longview Rd