85 Athens Road Short Hills, NJ $ 2,495,000
85 Athens Road
$ 2,495,000
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85 Athens Road

Short Hills, NJ, 07078
$ 2,495,000
Bedrooms6 Baths4.1

Monthly Estimate*

$ 15,362

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Single Family Home for sale in Short Hills, NJ

for $2,495,000 with 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths, 1 half bath. This home was built in 1957 on a lot size of 0.49.

Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in such a coveted neighborhood.Classic architecture and meticulous landscaping frame the home with quiet sophistication, creating an inviting sense of arrival. Inside, graciously scaled rooms unfold with an effortless flow, offering both elegant spaces for entertaining and comfortable areas for everyday living. Expansive windows invite natural light to pour in while capturing tranquil views of the surrounding greenery. The home's generous proportions allow for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. A private ground-level suite provides ideal accommodations enhancing the home's flexibility.Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped property creates an exceptional setting for outdoor living, featuring a lovely patio with an outdoor kitchen, intimate seating areas, and a sweeping level lawn. The wooded landscape beyond enhances the sense of privacy and tranquility.All of this while enjoying the convenience of being within walking distance of highly regarded Deerfield Elementary School.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 2,495,000

Bedrooms

6

Full Bath

4

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 25,653

Style

Colonial

Lot Size

0.49

Year Built

1957

Town/City

Short Hills

County/Region

Essex

MLS | Web ID

4014336

Features
Interior
Interior Amenities BarDry CODetect AlrmFire HotTub JacuzTyp SecurSys SmokeDet StallShw WlkInCls
Basement Finished Full
Flooring Carpeting Tile Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Living Room
Other Room 1 Level Second
Kitchen Level First
Living Room Level First
Other Room 4 Level Basement
Dining Room Level First
Other Room 2 Level First
Other Room 3 Level Basement
Family Room Level First
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 6
Kitchen Dimensions 16x14
Kitchen Features Center Island Eat-In Kitchen Separate Dining Area
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General
Sewer Public Sewer Sewer Charge Extra
Heating Forced Hot Air
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Electric Gas-Natural
Possession tbd
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Carbon Monoxide Detector Cooktop - Gas Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Wall Oven(s) - Electric
Water Heater Gas
Zoning residential
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Colonial
Exclusions contact listing agent
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 1957
Garage Built-In DoorOpnr InEntrnc Oversize
Township Millburn Twp.
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Accessibility No
County Essex
Subdivision Name Deerfield
Total Rooms 14
Full Baths 4
Status Active
Directions Old Short Hills Road to Great Hills Road to Troy Drive to Athens Road
High School MILLBURN
Open Parking Spaces 4
Elementary School DEERFIELD
Tax Annual Amount 25653
Home Warranty Y/N No
Middle/Junior High School MILLBURN
Drive Blacktop Circular Driveway-Exclusive Off-Street Parking
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 1270600
Town # 1612
Tax Lot 19
Primary Style Colonial
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No
Farm Assessment No
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Barbeque Patio Sprinklr FencVnyl FencWood
Pool No
Lot Features Level Lot
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Brick Wood Shingle
Lot Dimensions 196XIRR .4866 AC
Lot Size Acres 0.49
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* Excluded Features
List By
MARGARET MIGGINS

Listing Agent

Compass New Jersey, Llc

Broker

maggee@migginsrealestate.com

Email

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Nearby
289828 Elementary School
289037 Middle School
Millburn High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
3/13/2026$2,495,000 Listed Price

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85 Athens Road, Short Hills, NJ, 07078 is a Single Family Home for sale at $2,495,000 with a lot size of 0.49. 85 Athens Road has 6 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, and was built in 1957. The property's zip code is 07078 which is in Short Hills, NJ