Recently Listed Open House 5/16 1pm - 4pm
36 Thackeray Dr
Short Hills, NJ, 07078 $ 1,950,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.0 Monthly Estimate*
$ 12,006
for $1,950,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This home was built in 1960 on a lot size of 0.49.
Set on approximately half an acre of beautifully landscaped, flat property in the coveted Poets Section of Short Hills, this exceptional custom 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers timeless elegance, thoughtful updates, and resort-style outdoor living. A slate stairway leads to a majestic covered porch and welcoming entryway opening to sun-filled interiors with hardwood floors throughout much of the home. The spacious living room features a woodburning fireplace and oversized picture window overlooking the backyard oasis, while the dining room flows seamlessly for effortless entertaining. The eat-in kitchen is appointed with black granite countertops, SubZero refrigerator, Bosch oven, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast area overlooking the expansive front lawn. The private primary suite offers dual closets, marble bath, and balcony access overlooking the pool and grounds. The lower level features a spacious family room with a striking brick fireplace, sliders to the backyard, fourth bedroom, full bath, sauna, utility room, and attached two-car garage with EV charger. Outdoor highlights include a circular paver driveway, fenced backyard, custom paver patio, stunning inground pool with newer hot tub + additional flat lawn space. Major updates include roof and gutters (2020), HVAC and furnaces (2020) and pool upgrades (2021). Ideally located near Gero Park, Midtown Direct trains, The Mall at Short Hills, and top-rated Millburn schools including Hartshorn Elementary.
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Open House
5/16/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
5/17/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
36 Thackeray Dr Short Hills, NJ
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesInteriorInterior Amenities BarDry AlrmFire CeilHigh Sauna SecurSys StallShw
Basement Finished Full Walkout
Flooring Marble Tile Wood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Family Room Living Room Wood Burning
Other Room 1 Level First
Kitchen Level First
Living Room Level First
Dining Room Level First
Other Room 2 Level Ground
Other Room 3 Level Ground
Family Room Level Ground
In-Law Suite Yes
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Dimensions 24x12
Kitchen Features Eat-In Kitchen
In-Law Suite Description Bedroom 1 Full Bath
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GeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating 1 Unit Forced Hot Air
Cooling 1 Unit Central Air
Utilities Electric Gas-Natural
Possession at closing
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Cooktop - Gas Dishwasher Dryer Microwave Oven Range/Oven-Gas Refrigerator Washer Water Filter
Water Heater Gas
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Custom Home
Pool Features Heated In-Ground Pool Outdoor Pool
Year Built 1960
Garage Attached Garage Garage Door Opener
Township Millburn Twp.
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Essex
Subdivision Name Poet
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Browning to Thackeray Dr.
High School MILLBURN
Elementary School HARTSHORN
Tax Annual Amount 26281
Middle/Junior High School MILLBURN
Drive 1 Car Width 2 Car Width Circular Paver Block
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 1301700
Town # 1612
Tax Lot 13
Primary Style Custom Home
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Hot Tub Patio Privacy Fence Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Pool Yes
Lot Features Level Lot
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Brick Wood
Lot Dimensions 163X219
Lot Size Acres 0.49
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* Excluded FeaturesList BySIMON WESTFALL-KWONGListing Agent
Simon@LuxeLifeRealEstateGroup.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $12,006
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $2,190
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Average List Price $2,878,216
Percent of Sale Price 48%
About Short Hills, NJ 13,347 Population
2% Since 2002
$ 185,912 Median Income
44.25 Median Age
52% Households with Children
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290581 Elementary School
289037 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 5/14/2026 | $1,950,000 | | Listed Price |