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$1,059,000

Est. $8,112/mo —

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53 Highwood Rd, West Orange, NJ 07052-4000

About this home

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated Center Hall Colonial offers timeless style, modern upgrades, and exceptional versatility. Built in 2000 and renovated in 2020, this move-in-ready home features 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, and a full finished walkout basement. The renovated kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry, opening seamlessly to the family room with a gas fireplace. Step outside to a spacious deck w/an awning overlooking the private backyard with a hot tub, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. The second level offers four spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath featuring a jetted tub and separate shower. A fifth bedroom and full bath on the ground level provide flexible space for guests, or a home office. The finished walkout basement and bonus room off the garage, currently used as a golf simulator, offer endless possibilities for recreation, fitness, work, or play. Additional highlights include a generator hookup wired to the electrical panel for added peace of mind. Ideally located near transportation and the scenic South Mountain Reservation, this exceptional home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this remarkable property has to offer. FINAL & BEST offer due Tuesday 8/11 by 2 PM

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by TERESA DENTE • WEICHERT REALTORS

Contact: 973-568-2235

Listing updated: Sep 29, 2026 at 12:37pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:GSMLS #4044746

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$8,112 per month

Principal and interest$5,996

Property taxes

$1,957

HOA dues

Home insurance

$159

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Gregory Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Roosevelt Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

6/10

West Orange High School

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About Hutton

Park

Hutton Park, located between Eagle Rock Avenue and Prospect Avenue, is a residential and park-adjacent Llewellyn Park neighborhood with winding, wooded lanes and historic stonework. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Eagle Rock Reservation overlooks, where walkers and cyclists trace ridge-top paths above the skyline. Large, early 20th-century homes sit behind mature trees, with curving drives and occasional gatehouses reinforcing a private, landscape-first feel. Trailheads and picnic lawns shape daily routines more than storefront blocks. Nearby Montclair’s independent scene—The Wellmont Theater, Montclair Art Museum, and Watchung Booksellers—adds culture without changing the quiet cadence here.

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Market insights

53 Highwood Rd · $1,059,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 25 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 8% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $801,371. (24% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

8% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Bar (dry)
Blinds
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Walk-in closet
Gas fireplace

Bedrooms
Master bedroom with dressing room, full bath and walk-in closet
Multiple bedrooms located on second floor
Additional bedroom on ground level

Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Master bath with jetted tub and stall shower

Kitchen
Center island
Eat-in kitchen
Pantry
Dishwasher
Microwave
Gas range/oven
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
First-floor laundry room
Utility room in basement

Flooring
Carpeting
Tile
Wood

Heating & cooling
Two heating units (natural gas)
Two cooling units

Sale and tax history for 53 Highwood Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

GSMLS #4044746

Aug 14, 2026

Pending

—

Aug 4, 2026

Listed

$1,059,000

NJMLS #26029689

Sep 1, 2026

Contingent

—

Aug 3, 2026

Listed

$1,059,000

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated Center Hall Colonial offers timeless style, modern upgrades, and exceptional versatility. Built in 2000 and renovated in 2020, this move-in-ready home features 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, and a full finished walkout basement. The renovated kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry, opening seamlessly to the family room with a gas fireplace. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking the private backyard with a hot tub, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. The second level offers four spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath featuring a jetted tub and separate shower. A fifth bedroom and full bath on the ground level provide flexible space for guests, or a home office. The finished walkout basement and bonus room off the garage, currently used as a golf simulator, offer endless possibilities for recreation, fitness, work, or play. Additional highlights include a generator hookup wired to the electrical panel for added peace of mind. Ideally located near transportation and the scenic South Mountain Reservation, this exceptional home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this remarkable property has to offer.

Public Records

Feb 18, 2020

Sold

$640,000

GSMLS #3603146

Feb 5, 2020

Delisted

—

Feb 3, 2020

Sold

$640,000

Dec 22, 2019

Price Changed

$635,000

Nov 24, 2019

Listed

$649,000

GSMLS #3497333

Oct 26, 2018

Sold

$595,000

Oct 5, 2018

Delisted

—

Aug 27, 2018

Listed

$585,000

GSMLS #2787212

Dec 16, 2010

Sold

$585,000

Public Records

May 21, 2003

Sold

$615,000

Public Records

Nov 20, 1998

Sold

$1,700,000

Public Records

Jun 17, 1996

Sold

$1,000,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,480 (−7.8%)

$327,300 + $566,500

$893,800

2024

$25,462 (+1.9%)

$327,300 + $566,500

$893,800

2023

$24,995 (+3.6%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2022

$24,120 (+1.9%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2021

$23,668 (+7.8%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2018

$21,950 (+1.3%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2017

$21,668 (+2.5%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2016

$21,146 (+4.0%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2014

$20,341 (+4.2%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2013

$19,520 (+2.9%)

$150,300 + $393,300

$543,600

2012

$18,964 (+1.8%)

$150,300 + $384,800

$535,100

2011

$18,627 (−22.8%)

$150,300 + $384,800

$535,100

2010

$24,135 (+3.5%)

$150,300 + $384,800

$535,100

2009

$23,325

$36,600 + $149,300

$185,900

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

165 ft.

Lot size

0.38 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,453

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,453

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2200080 0200027

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 100° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

West Orange, NJ • 07052-4000

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

71/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.1 hrs

4.3 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 53 Highwood Rd

$1,158,892

$100K over list price of $1.06M

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Rental earnings

Est. $4,344 per month, based on comparable rentals

This home is pending

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