Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2026
Listed
$899,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Perched atop distinguished Highland Ave, where the town meets 157acre Mills Reservation, this beautifully maintained Classic Center Hall Colonial blends timeless charm, modern updates & an exceptional Upper Montclair location. Featuring 3 BRs, 1 FB & 3 PRs, the home showcases sweeping unobstructed NYC views & a private backyard retreat rarely found in Montclair. Gleaming HW fls, formal LR w/wood-burning FP, elegant DR & updated chef's EIK w/center island, SS appls, tile backsplash & abundant workspace. French doors open to a screened front porch, while a bright rear 3-season Florida rm, overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard w/direct access to Mills Reservation. A striking open staircase leads to 3 generously sized bedrooms w/HW fls & 1.5 baths. Sun drenched primary suite features dual WICs. Spacious 2nd BR offers WIC with adjoining PR and potential to expand to a full bath. Bright 3rd BR also features WIC. A 700SF unfinished walk-up attic is a rare value-add opportunity, featuring 2 windows. Extending across the full length of the home, it offers tremendous potential for a future primary BR, office, bonus rm. Finished LL provides flexible space for FR, office, gym or playroom, plus PR & laundry. Enjoy privacy, mountain views & nature just 3 blks to NYC train station, Upper Montclair Village, boutique shopping, acclaimed restaurants, Presby Iris Gardens, town pool, tennis, soccer & playgrounds. A rare opportunity in one of Montclair's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 526 Highland Ave
General
- Price: $899,000
- Taxes: $21,226 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4044024
- Updated: 8/31/2026
- Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- 3rd Floor/Level 3: Attic
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Florida/3Season, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Porch, Powder Room
- Lower Level: Exercise Room, Family Room, Great Room, Laundry Room, Powder Room, Utility Room
- Interior Features: Drapes, Fire Extinguisher, Shades, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
- Bedroom 1: 14 x 17, Second
- Bedroom 2: 13 x 12, Second
- Bedroom 3: 13 x 9, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 13 x 22, First
- Family Room: Basement
- Kitchen: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, 12 x 14, First
- Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, 14 x 13, First
- Florida/3Season: 13 x 9, First
- Porch: 32 x 7, First
- Attic: 32 x 23, Third
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Enclosed Porch(es), Patio, Thermal Windows/Doors
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Garage Description: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Essex
- Subdivision: Upper Montclair
- Driving Directions: Normal Ave to left on Highland OR Mt Hebron to right on Highland
School Information
- Elementary School: MAGNET
- Middle School: MAGNET
- High School: MONTCLAIR
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas, Cable TV, Fiber Optic
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bilco-Style Door, Finished, Full, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1924
- Remodeled/Updated: 2023
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
- Lot Size: 91 x 238 IRR
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
- Lot Description: Backs to Park Land, Skyline View
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $603,700
- Land Assmt: $398,500
- Tax Amount: $21,226
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 1613-00901-0000-00014-0000-
- Block: 901
- Lot Number: 14
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Schools
Schools serving 526 Highland Ave
School District:Montclair Town School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bradford School 87 Mt Hebron Rd, Montclair, NJ 07042 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Northeast Elementary School, Montclair, NJ 603 Grove St, Montclair, NJ 07042 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Edgemont Elementary School 20 Edgemont Road, Montclair, NJ 07042 | K-5 | 1.9 mi |
Mt Hebron Middle School 173 Bellevue Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Renaissance Middle School 176 North Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Glenfield Middle School 25 Maple Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042 | 6-8 | 3.5 mi |
Montclair High School 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ 07042 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Watchung Elementary School, Montclair, NJ 14 Garden Street, Montclair, NJ 07042 | K-5 | 2 mi |
Hillside Elementary School, Montclair, NJ 54 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ 07042 | 3-5 | 3 mi |
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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 526 Highland Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 526 Highland Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$21,226
7%
$603,700
—
2022
$19,850
2%
$603,700
—
2021
$19,506
4%
$603,700
—
2018
$18,678
-2%
$603,700
—
2019
$18,992
2%
$603,700
21%
2017
$18,603
3%
$498,200
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2016
$18,105
6%
$498,200
2%
2015
$17,150
7%
$486,400
—
2013
$16,056
—
$486,400
—
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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526 Highland Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043 (MLS# 4044024) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 3 partial bathrooms. 526 Highland Ave is currently listed for $899,000 and was received on July 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 526 Highland Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Upper Montclair? You can browse all Upper Montclair real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.