491 Brookside Ave Allendale, NJ 07401
Allendale NeighborhoodEstimated payment $13,710/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Home Theater
- 0.97 Acre Lot
- Hillside Elementary School Rated A
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
Welcome home! This custom-built home has room for everyone inside and out. You enter the grounds via the circular drive and are welcomed into the home in the luxurious foyer. A double bridal staircase and massive crystal chandelier greet you. The home features spacious formal living and dining rooms with wainscoting, great for entertaining. The family room has a soaring ceiling, wood flooring and fireplace. A custom kitchen is ready for the chef, with stainless appliances and plenty of cabinet and counter space. A sun filled breakfast area is perfect for the morning. Ascending the curving staircase to the second floor you will find the hallway bridge overlooking the elegant foyer and family/great room. The second floor features a massive primary suite, with huge closet, spa like bath, office and sun room. Three more bedrooms with en-suite baths complete the second floor. A first-floor bedroom with newer en-suite bath is great for guests. Need more room...the massive newer basement has it all: movie theater, wet bar, rec area, wine cellar, bedroom, bath and is walk-out. All this is nestled on a .97-acre, tree lined, flat lot with large brick patio and expansive sweeping lawn. Located near schools, shopping, major commute routes and NYC train. Make your dreams come true today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $40,853
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 0.97 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Wet Bar
- High Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Drapes & Rods
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Marble
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 6 Full Bathrooms
- Bidet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Hillside Elementary School
- Brookside Middle School
- N.Highland School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Standard Electricity
- Well
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1101-01304-0000-00025-0000-
- Tax Block *
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41,020 | $1,937,100 | $432,600 | $1,504,500 |
| 2023 | $41,036 | $1,865,400 | $397,100 | $1,468,300 |
| 2022 | $41,036 | $1,802,200 | $385,900 | $1,416,300 |
| 2021 | $41,420 | $1,763,300 | $374,600 | $1,388,700 |
| 2020 | $41,750 | $1,730,200 | $379,100 | $1,351,100 |
| 2019 | $40,642 | $1,730,200 | $379,100 | $1,351,100 |
| 2018 | $39,743 | $1,730,200 | $379,100 | $1,351,100 |
| 2017 | $39,587 | $1,730,200 | $379,100 | $1,351,100 |
| 2016 | $37,969 | $1,657,300 | $379,100 | $1,278,200 |
| 2015 | $37,206 | $1,657,300 | $379,100 | $1,278,200 |
| 2014 | $38,264 | $1,605,700 | $379,100 | $1,226,600 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | -1.3% | -- |
| 06/30/2022 06/30/22 | Sold | $1,875,000 | -6.2% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2022 05/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2022 03/24/22 | Price Changed | $1,999,800 | -7.0% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2022 02/22/22 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | -- | $409 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,875,000 | Realsafe Title | |
| Deed | $1,625,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3958450
APN: 01-01304-0000-00025
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