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Property Description
Exceptional Watchung residence offering approximately 5,122 sq. ft. of finished interior space across three levels, Featuring 5 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, this expansive home blends luxury, functionality and exceptional space for everyday living and entertaining.The main level showcases a brand-new designer kitchen, oversized living & dining areas, sunroom, butler's pantry and a spacious primary suite featuring a Japanese soaking tub and dedicated new HVAC. An additional main-level bedroom provides flexibility for guests or a private home office. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, multiple baths and a generous family room.The expansive finished lower level provides approximately 1,040 sq. ft. of additional living and recreation space, complete with a private sauna, full bath & multiple oversized rooms ideal for entertaining, fitness, recreation or a home theater.Additional highlights include three fireplaces, two wood-burning & one gas, a new roof, new siding, full radon mitigation system, and extraordinary parking accommodations. The approximately 919 sq. ft. garage can accommodate up to five vehicles, while the expansive heated driveway provides parking for approximately eight additional cars a rare find & an incredible opportunity for the automobile enthusiast or collector.Set in desirable Watchung, this distinctive residence offers impressive scale, extensive updates & unique amenities throughout. 1204 Johnston Drive is a truly one-of-a-kind offering.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1204 Johnston Dr
General
- Price: $1,499,999
- Taxes: $26,094 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4048822
- Updated: 9/26/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 21
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom 1, Family Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Central Vacuum, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Generator-Built-In, Instant Hot Water, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Water Softener (Owned)
- Flooring: Marble, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 6
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Sauna, Storage Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Uncovered Spaces: 8
- Garage Description: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Somerset
- Driving Directions: from rt22 to bonnie burn road turn left up the hill on johnston drive. house on the left hand side at 1204
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 3 Units, Ceiling Fan, Central Air Conditioning, Multi-Zone Cooling
- Heating Type: 3 Units, Forced Hot Air, Multi-Zone, Radiant - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Square Feet: 5,125
- Year Built: 1967
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.4
- Lot Size: 1.40 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Additional Parking, Hard Surface
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $1,415,600
- Land Assmt: $483,500
- Tax Amount: $26,094
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- APN: 2721-06403-0000-00008-0000-
- Block: 6403
- Lot Number: 8
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Schools
Schools serving 1204 Johnston Dr
School Districts:Watchung Borough School District, Watchung Hills Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bayberry Elementary School 113 Bayberry Lane, Watchung, NJ 07069 | PK-4 | 0.6 mi |
Valley View Middle School 50 Valleyview Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 | 5-8 | 2.8 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 1204 Johnston Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/26/2026
Price Reduced
$1,499,999
-11.71%
MLS
8/25/2026
Listed
$1,699,000
38.13%
MLS
6/16/2023
Sold
$1,230,000
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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 1204 Johnston Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$26,094
6%
$1,415,600
6%
2024
$24,593
—
$1,336,800
9%
2022
$24,699
30%
$1,222,900
34%
2021
$19,061
2%
$914,300
3%
2020
$18,626
3%
$888,200
1%
2019
$18,052
5%
$875,300
1%
2018
$17,214
14%
$864,600
13%
2017
$15,082
-5%
$762,100
1%
2016
$15,835
-12%
$757,300
-13%
2019
$18,052
17%
$870,000
19%
2015
$15,430
6%
$728,500
2%
2013
$14,533
—
$715,400
—
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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1204 Johnston Dr, Watchung, NJ 07069 (MLS# 4048822) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1204 Johnston Dr is currently listed for $1,499,999 and was received on August 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1204 Johnston Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watchung? You can browse all Watchung real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

