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Property Description
Welcome to this charming and beautifully maintained 4-bedroom Cape Cod, perfectly blending classic character with modern updates. Filled with natural light, the inviting floor plan features gleaming hardwood floors and an effortless flow from the spacious living room to the dining area, creating the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen is complete with sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and ample workspace. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level, while the second floor offers two additional spacious bedrooms and another full bath, providing flexibility for guests, a home office, or growing households. Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard featuring a spacious deck and hot tub an ideal retreat for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located just minutes from top-rated schools, shopping, restaurants, parks, and NYC transportation, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 48 Merkel Dr
General
- Price: $599,000
- Taxes: $13,352 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4043328
- Updated: 7/28/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 2 Bedrooms, Attic, Bath(s) Other
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Bedroom 2, Main Bath, Kitchen, LivDinRm, Walkout
- Lower Level: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
- Interior Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Microwave, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 1st Floor
- Bedroom 1: First
- Bedroom 2: First
- Bedroom 3: Second
- Bedroom 4: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, First
- Dining Room: Living/Dining Combo, First
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Curbs, Deck, Privacy Fence, Storage Shed
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
Location
- County: Essex
- Subdivision: Brookdale
- Driving Directions: Broad to Foster to Merkel
School Information
- Elementary School: BROOKDALE
- Middle School: BLOOMFIELD
- High School: BLOOMFIELD
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit, Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: All Underground, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1959
- Remodeled/Updated: 2017
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size: 51 x 100
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $382,700
- Land Assmt: $152,700
- Tax Amount: $13,352
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 1602-01331-0000-00013-0000-
- Block: 1331
- Lot Number: 13
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Schools
Schools serving 48 Merkel Dr
School District:Bloomfield Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brookdale Elementary School 1230 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 | PK-6 | 0.9 mi |
Bloomfield Middle School, Bloomfield, NJ 60 Huck Road, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield, NJ 160 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 | 9-12 | 3.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 48 Merkel Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/28/2026
Listed
$599,000
13.02%
MLS
10/11/2023
Sold
$530,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 48 Merkel Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$13,352
9%
$382,700
—
2022
$12,254
2%
$382,700
—
2021
$12,028
32%
$382,700
67%
2018
$9,097
2%
$229,500
—
2017
$8,960
—
$229,500
-1%
2016
$8,917
1%
$231,000
—
2015
$8,836
-3%
$231,000
1%
2019
$9,136
5%
$229,500
-1%
2014
$8,674
—
$231,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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48 Merkel Dr, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (MLS# 4043328) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 48 Merkel Dr is currently listed for $599,000 and was received on July 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 48 Merkel Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bloomfield? You can browse all Bloomfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

