$630,000
SOLD MAR 24, 2025

53 Lapis Cir West Orange, NJ 07052

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Built

Recently Sold

26% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Storage
  • West Orange High School Rated A-
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2025

This highly sought-after "St. Andrews" model townhome is ideally situated on a tranquil cul-de-sac, Backs into a wooded lot and just a short stroll to the community pool and clubhouse. The inviting foyer opens to a dramatic family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and wood burning fireplace, creating a bright and welcoming space. The expansive floor plan includes a large living room with deck access, offering picturesque yard views and flows seamlessly into the dining room with a skylight. The eat-in kitchen boasts white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and a second deck perfect for BBQs and outdoor entertaining. Generously sized rooms and abundant closets provide excellent storage throughout. The primary suite features three closets, including a walk-in, and a luxurious ensuite with a jetted tub, double vanity, and separate shower. A finished basement expands the living space with recreation and entertainment areas, a 4th bedroom, another home office option, and a convenient laundry room. Nestled in The Highlands in this beautifully landscaped community. This home offers serene living with versatile living including multiple home office options. As one of the largest and most desirable models, it's also a commuter's dream with easy access to NYC. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity! new tax assessment/ Taxes have been reduced from $16,455 to 13,481

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gloria Perez

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Jordan Baris Realty - West Orange Listed on: 01/17/2025

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Jordan Baris Realty - West Orange

Last Buyer's Agent

Outside Agent

Outside Office

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,481

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Storage
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Schools

  • Redwood Elementary School
  • Liberty Middle School
  • West Orange High School

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,481

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Private
  • PropertySubType: Townhouse
  • Co List Office Phone: 973-994-1234
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: Take Eagle Rock Ave to Oval to Warner (go to the 2nd entrance). Turn left to Regis (pass pool & club house) and left onto Lapis Circle.
  • Year Built Details: 1980's
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Other
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full, Storage
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Basement Remarks: Finished1 B/R, Exercise Rm, Laundry Rm, Office, Rec Room, Storage Rm, Utility
  • Laundry: In Unit

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent, Seller Disclosure - Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0

Schools

  • Elementary School: Redwood
  • High School: West Orange
  • Middle Or Junior School: Liberty
  • Elementary: Redwood

Lot Info

  • Lot: 1.01

MLS Schools

  • High School Text: West Orange

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2020
Closed on
Jan 10, 2021
Sold by
Cooper Jeffrey and Cooper Jayme
Bought by
Masi Claudio and Olave Eden Pesa
Seller's Agent
Gloria Perez
BHHS JORDAN BARIS REALTY
Buyer's Agent
TONI KAUFMANN
REALTY EXECUTIVES PLATINUM
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
12%
Current Estimated Value
$617,114

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$197,114
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.93%
Original Mortgage
$378,000
Outstanding Balance
$339,052
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$278,062

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2007
Sold by
Freeman Harold
Bought by
Cooper Jayme and Cooper Jeffrey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2000
Sold by
Katz Robert
Bought by
Freeman Harold and Freeman Allison

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,400
Interest Rate
8.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1998
Sold by
Cordover Renald
Bought by
Katz Valerie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 1994
Sold by
Higlands W Essex
Bought by
Katz Robert and Katz Valerie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,000
Interest Rate
9.03%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $420,000 Title On Demand Of Nj Inc
Deed $515,000 --
Deed $295,000 --
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $226,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $378,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $236,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $181,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Sold $630,000 +26.3% --
01/26/2025 01/26/25 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2025 01/17/25 For Sale $499,000 +18.8% --
01/15/2021 01/15/21 Sold $420,000 +12.0% $191 / Sq Ft
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2020 11/06/20 For Sale $375,000 -- $170 / 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
2024 $16,153 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2022 $15,587 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2021 $15,296 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2020 $15,050 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2019 $14,618 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2018 $14,185 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2017 $14,003 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2016 $13,666 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2015 $13,409 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
2014 $13,146 $351,300 $115,000 $236,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 25002329

New Jersey MLS

APN: 22-00178-48-00053-0000-C0261