$1,950,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2025

249 N Murray Ave Ridgewood, NJ 07450

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,308 Sq Ft
0.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$845 Per Sq Ft

30% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Stairway
  • Central Air
  • Ridgewood High School Rated A+
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of May 2025

Located on Ridgewood's most coveted street sits a beautiful country retreat that is wonderfully private yet close to the Village and around the corner from Ridge School. This exceptional home has been thoughtfully expanded and completely updated while retaining its original aesthetic. A gorgeous high-end kitchen, generously sized living room, dining room and family room, all with large picture windows to take advantage of the views. Spacious primary bedroom with huge walk in closet and bath. Full walk out lower level with 2nd family room, bedroom, bath and home office. Expansive deck overlooking the magnificent parklike property. Exquisitely landscaped and hardscaped with front & rear patios. There is even a basketball hoop & a charging station. Ridgewood is known for its outstanding schools, vibrant downtown, award winning library, extensive recreational programs, as well as easy access to NYC. This home is a true Ridgewood gem that will spark joy for years to come. Don't hesitate!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janis Fuhrman

Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood Listed on: 03/13/2025

Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly O'Brien

Keller Williams Village Square Realty

Keller Williams Village Square Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,578

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65 x 250
  • Rectangular Lot

Interior Spaces

  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Stairway

Schools

  • Ridge Elementary School
  • George Washington Middle School
  • Ridgewood High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 19 / 1811

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,578

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Su Prop: Residentia
  • Ownership: Private
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Regular
  • View Type:Pond View: None
  • Co List Office Phone: 201-445-4554
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: West Ridgewood Avenue to North Murray
  • Reso Fireplace Features: 3 Fireplaces, Gas
  • Year Built Details: 1900-1939,Build Prior to 1978
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Sidehall
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full, Grd Lv Acces
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Zoned

Schools

  • Elementary School: RIDGE
  • High School: RIDGEWOOD
  • Middle Or Junior School: GEORGE WASHINGTON
  • Elementary: RIDGE

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 65 X 250
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16379.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 26578.0
  • Tax Block: 1811
  • Tax Lot: 19

MLS Schools

  • High School Text: RIDGEWOOD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
May 9, 2025
Sold by
Taggart John R and Taggart Loren B
Bought by
Qijiao Chen and Qijiao Wentao Ma
Seller's Agent
Janis Fuhrman
Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Ridgewood
Buyer's Agent
Kelly O'Brien
Keller Williams Village Square Realty
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$450,000
30%
Views
67
Current Estimated Value
$1,768,117

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$181,883
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-32.41%
Original Mortgage
$1,365,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,362,670
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$405,447

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2004
Sold by
Jachzel Steve
Bought by
Taggart John and Taggart Loren

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$612,500
Interest Rate
5.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2001
Sold by
Tapia Angela
Bought by
Jachzel Steve and Jachzel Vanessa H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.18%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2000
Sold by
Mulry John J and Mulry Jessie
Bought by
Tapia Angela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,950,000 Carnegie Title
Deed $885,000 --
Deed $765,000 --
Deed $700,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,365,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $513,674 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $532,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $612,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $150,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $550,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $212,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $240,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Sold $1,950,000 +30.0% $845 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $650 / Sq Ft
Source: New Jersey MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $26,578 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2024 $25,976 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2023 $25,319 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2022 $25,319 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2021 $24,976 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2020 $24,429 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2019 $24,059 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2018 $23,762 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2017 $23,512 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2016 $22,938 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2015 $22,539 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
2014 $22,095 $926,400 $451,900 $474,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 25007787

New Jersey MLS

APN: 51-01811-0000-00019