Seller's Agent in 2021
Jean Marie Morgan
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 279-4441
100 in this area
139 Total Sales
538 Westfield Ave Westfield, NJ 07090
Estimated Value: $1,165,000 - $1,296,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,240
Sq Ft
$557/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- McKinley Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2021Magnificent 4 bdrm Victorian nestled on deep, beautifully landscaped property in an amazing location ideally located steps away from Westfield's award winning Downtown, schools & NYC transportation. This iconic home boasts stunning period details incl high ceilings, stained glass, ceiling to floor windows, exquisite millwork, pocket doors and gleaming hdwd floors. Beautifully updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, center island, stainless appliances and a charming wood burning stove. The upper levels feature 4 bdrms/ 2 gorgeous renovated baths incl a sitting room off master and 3rd floor family room & 2nd fl laundry. BRAND NEW 2 car detached heated garage with AMAZING wet bar above it(AC/heat as well in bar), new driveway w/pavers,Belgium block, all new landscaping/drainage/sprinklers, new fence & more!
Last Buyer's Agent
STEPHEN BRACONI
CHRISTIE'S INT. REAL ESTATE GROUP
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,531
Year Built
- Built in 1870
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Paver Block
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- High Ceiling
- Wood Burning Stove
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Den
- Library
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Edison Middle School
- Westfield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Standard Electricity
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2920-03010-0000-00008-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2021
Closed on
May 14, 2021
Sold by
Besaw Michael and Lai Pamela
Bought by
Tepe John W and Tepe Tabitha
Seller's Agent
Jean Marie Morgan
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
STEPHEN BRACONI
CHRISTIE'S INT. REAL ESTATE GROUP
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$999,999
Premium/Discount to List
$999
0.1%
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
$246,893
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.23%
Original Mortgage
$799,999
Outstanding Balance
$724,299
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$522,593
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 25, 2019
Closed on
Jul 18, 2019
Sold by
Leyden Mark D and Leyden Elizabeth M
Bought by
Besaw Michael and Lai Pamela
Seller's Agent
Carol McLaughlin
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Carol McLaughlin
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.10%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 2015
Sold by
Cadigan Richard T - Hoang, Lan
Bought by
Leyden Mark D and Leyden Elizabeth M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2003
Sold by
Beke David
Bought by
Cadigan Richard and Hoang Lan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$487,200
Interest Rate
5.27%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2000
Sold by
Shiarella Betty J
Bought by
Beke David A and Beke Jennifer L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$368,000
Interest Rate
7.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 1999
Sold by
Kmett Vincent J
Bought by
Shiarella Betty J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 1997
Sold by
Sharer Robert W and Sharer Vena J
Bought by
Kmett Vincent J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tepe John W | $999,999 | Mega Title Llc | |
| Tepe John W | $999,999 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Besaw Michael | $725,000 | Acres Land Title Agency Llc | |
| Leyden Mark D | $699,000 | -- | |
| Cadigan Richard | $609,000 | -- | |
| Beke David A | $460,000 | United General Title Ins Co | |
| Shiarella Betty J | $405,000 | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | |
| Kmett Vincent J | $295,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Tepe John W | $799,999 | |
| Closed | Tepe John W | $799,999 | |
| Previous Owner | Lai Pamela | $570,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Besaw Michael | $580,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cadigan Richard T | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cadigan Richard T | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cadigan Richard | $487,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Beke David A | $364,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Beke David A | $367,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Beke David A | $368,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kmett Vincent J | $236,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2021 05/21/21 | Sold | $999,999 | +0.1% | $446 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2021 03/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2021 03/19/21 | For Sale | $999,000 | +37.8% | $446 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2019 07/18/19 | Sold | $725,000 | 0.0% | $324 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2019 04/25/19 | For Sale | $725,000 | -- | $324 / 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 | $16,969 | $753,500 | $476,000 | $277,500 |
| 2024 | $16,622 | $753,500 | $476,000 | $277,500 |
| 2023 | $16,622 | $753,500 | $476,000 | $277,500 |
| 2022 | $16,276 | $753,500 | $476,000 | $277,500 |
| 2021 | $16,298 | $753,500 | $476,000 | $277,500 |
| 2020 | $15,531 | $719,700 | $476,000 | $243,700 |
| 2019 | $15,680 | $729,300 | $476,000 | $253,300 |
| 2018 | $14,085 | $151,500 | $99,200 | $52,300 |
| 2017 | $14,008 | $151,500 | $99,200 | $52,300 |
| 2016 | $13,679 | $151,500 | $99,200 | $52,300 |
| 2015 | $13,406 | $151,500 | $99,200 | $52,300 |
| 2014 | $12,964 | $151,500 | $99,200 | $52,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jean Marie Morgan
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2021
STEPHEN BRACONI
CHRISTIE'S INT. REAL ESTATE GROUP
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Carol McLaughlin
Seller's Agent in 2019
Carol McLaughlin
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(917) 804-5178
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3699073
APN: 20-03010-0000-00008
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