Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/02/2026
Listed
$899,000
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Property Description
Set on 1.5 serene, wooded acres in sought-after Watchung, this beautifully updated 2,800 sq ft brick-front home offers privacy, versatility, and exceptional commuter convenience.Originally built in 1968 and thoughtfully renovated in 2019, the home blends classic architecture with refreshed interiors. Newly painted throughout with hardwood flooring across both levels, it feels cohesive, warm, and move-in ready.The multi-level layout creates natural separation for living, working, and entertaining. A dedicated first-floor office and adjacent den provide rare flexibility. The living room features a beautiful 2 sided gas fireplace, adding warmth and character.Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and renovated en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a first-floor powder room complete the home.Outdoors, a paver patio with built-in grill station overlooks the flat, wooded acreage ? offering usable space while maintaining privacy. Oversized two-car garage. Minutes to highways, NJ Transit trains and buses, downtown amenities, and area hospitals. Ideal for NYC commuters, move-up buyers, or those seeking top-rated schools in a refined suburban setting.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 131 Ridge Rd
General
- Price: $899,000
- Taxes: $13,202 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4012093
- Updated: Today (3/2/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen
- Street Level: Den, Foyer, Laundry Room, Living Room, Office, Outside Entrance, Powder Room, Utility Room
- Interior Features: Security System, Stall Shower, Stall Shower and Tub, Walk-In Closet
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Fireplace
- Appliances: Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Electric Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Electric, Washer
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
- Bedroom 1: 17 x 12, Second
- Bedroom 2: 15 x 13, Second
- Bedroom 3: 15 x 11, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 26 x 15, Ground
- Family Room: 23 x 16, First
- Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area, 13 x 12, First
- Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, 13 x 12, First
- Den: 17 x 12, Ground
- Breakfast: 13 x 8, First
- Office: 13 x 7, Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barbecue, Patio, Thermal Windows/Doors
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Attached Garage, Oversize Garage
Location
- County: Somerset
- Driving Directions: Hillcrest Rd or High Oaks Rd to Ridge Rd - House on the left
School Information
- Elementary School: BAYBERRY
- Middle School: VALLY VIEW
- High School: WATCHUNG
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit, Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Electric Baseboard, Multi-Zone
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Private, Public Available
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: All Underground, Electric, Gas In Street, Cable TV, Fiber Optic, Garbage Extra Charge
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Split Level
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1968
- Remodeled/Updated: 2019
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.5
- Lot Size: 1.50 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Blacktop, Lighting
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: Wooded Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $721,600
- Land Assmt: $340,900
- Tax Amount: $13,202
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2721-04304-0000-00008-0000-
- Block: 4304
- Lot Number: 8
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Schools
Schools serving 131 Ridge Rd
School Districts:Watchung Borough School District, Watchung Hills Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valley View Middle School 50 Valleyview Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 | 5-8 | 1 mi |
Bayberry Elementary School 113 Bayberry Lane, Watchung, NJ 07069 | PK-4 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 131 Ridge Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 131 Ridge Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$13,203
5%
$721,600
16%
2022
$12,610
3%
$622,600
4%
2021
$12,198
2%
$600,200
6%
2020
$11,944
4%
$568,400
1%
2019
$11,506
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$561,300
1%
2019
$11,506
5%
$554,500
1%
2018
$10,950
2%
$550,000
2%
2017
$10,691
-4%
$540,200
2%
2016
$11,107
3%
$531,200
4%
2015
$10,823
6%
$511,000
2%
2013
$10,200
—
$502,000
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131 Ridge Rd, Watchung, NJ 07069 (MLS# 4012093) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 131 Ridge Rd is currently listed for $899,000 and was received on March 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 131 Ridge Rd? 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.