Seller's Agent in 2022
Robert Northfield
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT
(973) 489-3417
78 in this area
317 Total Sales
48 Speir Dr South Orange, NJ 07079
Estimated Value: $1,690,000 - $1,810,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,175
Sq Ft
$423/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Spa
- Custom Home
- South Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Marble Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2022Thoughtfully designed for comfort & convenience, this incredible "smart home" offers well-appointed (and tech-enabled) living spaces to enjoy in and out. Tesla powerwall solar with off-grid capability, Samsung SmartThings home automation, video intercoms, CAT6 ethernet/high speed internet, LED lighting, smart thermostats, video security, sonos-compatible speakers inside & out, 2 laundry rooms & more. An entertainer's delight, large rooms are arranged in a flowing, open floorplan with sunken Living Room with gas fireplace, Family Room with wet bar, formal Dining Room and eat-in Kitchen with waterfall edge quartz counters, Wolf range, Bosch fridge, Miele dishwasher and ample cabinet/pantry storage. Private primary suite with 2 walk-in closets, app-controlled smart shades, sitting room/office, and hotel-like bath with double vanity, soaking tub and custom shower with body jets. Versatile 2nd-floor bedrooms, updated baths, leisure room, convenience laundry and home theatre with Dolby Atmos sound, 120" screen & 4K projector. 1st Floor guest room with nearby full bath and full laundry room. Gorgeous fenced backyard with tiered patio with outdoor kitchen, natural gas firepit and hot tub. High-efficiency multizone central air, newer front porch, driveway and landscaping. Huge garage with EV charger. Located in the desirable Newstead section with jitney to NYC trains at the corner and easy access to vibrant downtown, schools, playgrounds and South Mountain Reservation recreation area.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT Listed on: 03/03/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
CAROL FARDIN
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,962
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Privacy Fence
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Inside Entrance
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Wood Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- Sound System
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Gas Fireplace
- Shades
- Blinds
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Oven or Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Main Floor Bedroom
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Powder Room
- Bidet
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
Home Security
- Intercom
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Patio
Schools
- Columbia High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Standard Electricity
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1619-01701-0000-00003-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2022
Closed on
Apr 28, 2022
Sold by
Hecht David L and Hecht Kinza
Bought by
Walters Matthew A and Walters Shelby N
Seller's Agent
Robert Northfield
KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT
Buyer's Agent
CAROL FARDIN
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
List Price
$1,279,000
Sold Price
$1,500,018
Premium/Discount to List
$221,018
17.28%
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
$267,074
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.50%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2019
Sold by
Hecht David L and Hecht Kinza
Bought by
Hecht Kinza
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 18, 2013
Closed on
Nov 14, 2013
Bought by
Hecht David L and Hecht Kinza
Seller's Agent
GARY STEIN
EXP REALTY, LLC
Buyer's Agent
RAM LOCHAN
OCEAN DRIVE REALTY LLC
Sold Price
$776,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.07%
Original Mortgage
$620,800
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2001
Sold by
Hughes J Antoinette
Bought by
Lenz Peter C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 1999
Sold by
Denburg Paul
Bought by
Hughes J Antoinette
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$418,200
Interest Rate
7.76%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walters Matthew A | $1,500,018 | Chicago Title | |
| Hecht Kinza | -- | -- | |
| Hecht David L | $776,000 | -- | |
| Hecht David L | -- | None Available | |
| Lenz Peter C | $590,000 | -- | |
| Hughes J Antoinette | $492,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Hecht David | $285,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecht David L | $605,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecht David L | $620,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecht David L | $776,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lenz Peter C | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lenz Peter C | $510,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hughes J Antoinette | $418,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2022 05/02/22 | Sold | $1,500,018 | +17.3% | $359 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2022 03/11/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/03/2022 03/03/22 | For Sale | $1,279,000 | +64.8% | $306 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2013 11/18/13 | Sold | $776,000 | -- | $186 / 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 | $33,268 | $1,438,000 | $493,000 | $945,000 |
| 2024 | $33,268 | $1,438,000 | $493,000 | $945,000 |
| 2022 | $32,079 | $914,700 | $394,000 | $520,700 |
| 2021 | $30,963 | $914,700 | $394,000 | $520,700 |
| 2020 | $30,002 | $914,700 | $394,000 | $520,700 |
| 2019 | $29,252 | $914,700 | $394,000 | $520,700 |
| 2018 | $28,813 | $914,700 | $394,000 | $520,700 |
| 2017 | $30,487 | $992,400 | $394,000 | $598,400 |
| 2016 | $26,057 | $680,700 | $233,300 | $447,400 |
| 2015 | $25,451 | $680,700 | $233,300 | $447,400 |
| 2014 | $24,920 | $680,700 | $233,300 | $447,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Robert Northfield
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2022
CAROL FARDIN
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
-
G
Seller's Agent in 2013
GARY STEIN
EXP REALTY, LLC
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R
Buyer's Agent in 2013
RAM LOCHAN
OCEAN DRIVE REALTY LLC
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3767037
APN: 19-01701-0000-00003
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