And now for something really special – calling all Craftsman aficionados, starter home buyers hoping to get into Montclair, and downsizers looking to stay. Come experience the sweet vibe and off the charts charm in this adorable, approx. 2,000 square foot cottage in Upper Montclair.
From the divine front porch you can make the most of all seasons and enjoy the communal park in front of the house – affectionately called “the Green” and “the Triangle” in the neighborhood. Here the neighbors gather for weekly morning coffee meetups and spontaneous pizza dinners, and to celebrate events like Halloween and Easter Egg hunts. There is even a neighborhood book club! More than just green space across the street, this is a rare and special, shared community gathering place.
Inside the home, you will appreciate the many period details that grace this home such as hardwood floors, original chestnut trim, a tucked away leaded glass cabinet, and beautiful wall moldings. The open layout of the first floor living space flows beautifully from the living room, with woodburning fireplace, to the spacious TV room, to the large dining room and the updated kitchen. There’s a hard-to-find first floor bedroom and a full bathroom with shower on this level.
Upstairs on the second floor you’ll find a large and dreamy primary suite with a brand new, stunning ensuite bathroom extension. The large shower with frameless shower doors, soaking tub, double sink vanity with marble top, beautiful brass fixtures and two windows make this absolute perfection. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and great, sunny office large enough for double desks. Another roomy bedroom, with very large cedar lined closet, and a lovely landing area with built-in shelves complete the second floor.
The basement offers enormous potential for more living space, freshly painted and ready for your vision. Partial French drains, a sump pump and central air have been added. The fenced-in backyard is a perfect entertaining space with patios, a firepit and a vegetable garden.
Not only is this property gorgeous but all the neighboring properties are too. A sweeter spot, or a more picturesque street will not be easy to find. Tucked away in this charming and quiet enclave, with pretty views everywhere you look, you are still extremely close to Upper Montclair Village, Montclair State University, town pools, several supermarkets including Trader Joe’s, the Iris Gardens, Alonzo Bonsal Wildlife Preserve, and Mills Reservation, with its nature trails and spectacular views of New York City. The midtown direct train line is only 0.6 mile away, and the express and local buses into NYC stop right around the corner.