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Property Description
Bring Your Vision to 8 Townsend Avenue, Cedar Knolls! Located on a cul-de-sac in sought-after Hanover Township, this Ranch is ready for updating and renovation, offering the chance to make it your own. A room in the attic is framed and ready to be finished, so there may be a possibility for additional living space. This home is conveniently located near shopping, all major highways, NYC transportation including the Mid-town Direct train stations, and close to vibrant downtown Morristown. And you'll be planting roots in a town long recognized for low taxes, excellent schools, and exceptional municipal services. Sold As-Is. Priced accordingly. So bring your vision and your contractor and make an offer on this diamond in the rough! Or if you're an investor, here is an ideal opportunity for your next project! As- Is with no known issues - no credits will be given or repairs made.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8 Townsend Ave
General
- Price: $499,000
- Taxes: $5,671 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4060239
- Updated: 10/21/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: Attic
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Bedroom 2, Main Bath, Other Bath, LivDinRm, RecRoom
- Lower Level: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
- Interior Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Tub Shower
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Stove-Freestanding
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dryer, Electric Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: 1st Floor
- Bedroom 1: 14 x 13, First
- Bedroom 2: 17 x 11, First
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 16 x 12, First
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, 15 x 10, First
- Dining Room: Living/Dining Combo, 12 x 10, First
- Rec Room: 20 x 8, First
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Curbs, Deck, Storage Shed
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
Location
- County: Morris
- Subdivision: Cedar Knolls
- Driving Directions: Ridgedale Avenue in Cedar Knolls to Townsend Avenue to #8
School Information
- Middle School: MemorialJr
- High School: Whippany
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Wall A/C Unit(s)
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas, Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size: .138 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $257,200
- Land Assmt: $172,800
- Tax Amount: $5,671
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Deck Pergola, Jungle gym, Contents of the attic/basement/shed
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2312-02101-0000-00005-0000-
- Block: 2101
- Lot Number: 5
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Schools
Schools serving 8 Townsend Ave
School Districts:Hanover Township School District, Hanover Park Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mountview Road Elementary School 30 Mountview Road, Morris Plains, NJ 07950 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Bee Meadow Elementary School 120 Reynolds Avenue, Hanover, NJ 07981 | K-5 | 2.7 mi |
Memorial Junior Middle School 61 Highland Avenue, Hanover, NJ 07981 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
Whippany Park High School 165 Whippany Road, Hanover, NJ 07981 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 8 Townsend Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2026
Listed
$499,000
99.6%
MLS
1/10/2010
Sold
$250,000
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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 8 Townsend Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,507
5%
$257,200
—
2022
$5,229
5%
$257,200
—
2021
$4,974
2%
$257,200
—
2020
$4,887
1%
$257,200
—
2018
$4,840
-2%
$257,200
—
2019
$4,918
4%
$257,200
—
2017
$4,730
2%
$257,200
—
2016
$4,658
9%
$257,200
—
2015
$4,277
—
$257,200
—
2013
$4,264
—
$257,200
—
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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8 Townsend Ave, Hanover Township, NJ 07927 (MLS# 4060239) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8 Townsend Ave is currently listed for $499,000 and was received on October 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 8 Townsend Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cedar Knolls? You can browse all Cedar Knolls real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

