147 Ralston Avenue


The grandness of this historic yet renovated 8 bedroom property offers endless possibilities. Need a massive work from home space, or a whole floor to indulge your new hobby? Need space to build a swimming pool and still have room for an ADU? This home can be the canvas your imagination can fill in. This beautiful home, originally built c.1869 and renovated in 2006, blends timeless charm w/ ultimate modern luxury. The grand front porch w/ its striking arches invites you into an interior featuring beamed ceilings & intricately detailed woodwork thru out. Beautiful ribboned wood flooring and parquet, add to the historic elegance.

The 1st fl boasts a spacious formal living room and a great room, a classy formal dining room, a bright designer eat-in kitchen w/ island, a mudroom/laundry room just off the driveway entrance & a hidden powder room. Upstairs offers a cozy library. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring 2 fireplaces, a WFH room, a walk-in closet, & a luxurious bath. The 3rd fl has 3 generous bedrooms for privacy PLUS a common hangout space & large full bath. Two garages: one newly constructed & a second garage at rear of property, perfect for an artist studio or storage. Massive lot. Multi-zone CAC & newer plumbing/electric, less than 1/4 mile from South Orange Village and train to NYC, ensuring convenience w/out the hassle of parking. Don't miss the chance to own this stunning piece of history!

 

“Reel” ESTATE

 

FLOOR PLAN

 

foyer

 

LIVING ROOM

DINING ROOM

KITCHEN

family room & first floor spaces

 

PRIMARY SUITE

 

second floor bedrooms & spaces

 

third floor bedroom & SPACES

 

home details

 

outdoor space

“TWILIGHT PHOTOS”

“HISTORICAL PHOTOS”

 

FAVORITE FEATURES

Incredible front porch with 3 amazing arches

Beautiful coffered ceiling & wood paneling in the Dining Room

Original 1869 features that were preserved during the 1890’s Victorian addition

Expansive, park-like backyard

Stunning leaded glass windows

Primary Suite (includes a bathroom and a bonus room!)

Three zone Air conditioning

Third floor perfect for recreation space, guests, offices, crafting or anything your heart desires!

Newer garage with easy three point turnaround parking

Additional original carriage-house style garage at rear of property perfect for artis studio or storage

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Newly refinished HWF and cabinet + island designer paint in Kitchen (2024)

Basement French drain and sump pump with battery back up (2024)

Air conditioner replacement (2022)

Full house painting (2022)

Insulated/replaced front porch ceiling (2021)

LeafFilter gutter protection (2021)

Main sewer hookup revamped/redirected in basement to enable more headroom on fireplace side of basement (2021)

Garage, excavation and rebuilt driveway with Belgian block (2015)

Refreshed kitchen appliances, kitchen island, kitchen breakfast nook (2015)

Generator hookup (2015)

Full house sound system upgrade to SONOS (2014)

Insulated steam pipes in basement (2014)

Security system upgrade (2013)

 
 

Map

Map to South Orange Station

Map to Jitney

 

Property Information

147 Ralston Avenue

South Orange, NJ 07079

Listing Price: $1,499,000

8 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath / 1 Half Bath

Lot Size: 0.75 acres

Property Style: Victorian

Ideal Closing: ASAP

2024 Assessment: $1,645,900

2024 Estimated Taxes: $41,295.63

*Inquire with tax assessor for 2024 numbers

 

Contact Information

 

Vanessa Pollock

Realtor / Sales Associate

Direct: (973) 544-8484

Office: (973) 376-0033


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