$2,495,000

85 Athens Road, Millburn Twp., NJ 07078

6 beds |
4 baths

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
0.49acre lot
2 car garage
$——/sqft
Listed 11 days ago

Property Description

Nestled within the prestigious Deerfield section of Short Hills, this distinguished residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home defined by timeless elegance, expansive living spaces, and exceptional privacy. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a serene wooded backdrop, the property enjoys a peaceful, almost estate-like setting rarely found in such a coveted neighborhood.Classic architecture and meticulous landscaping frame the home with quiet sophistication, creating an inviting sense of arrival. Inside, graciously scaled rooms unfold with an effortless flow, offering both elegant spaces for entertaining and comfortable areas for everyday living. Expansive windows invite natural light to pour in while capturing tranquil views of the surrounding greenery. The home's generous proportions allow for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. A private ground-level suite provides ideal accommodations enhancing the home's flexibility.Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped property creates an exceptional setting for outdoor living, featuring a lovely patio with an outdoor kitchen, intimate seating areas, and a sweeping level lawn. The wooded landscape beyond enhances the sense of privacy and tranquility.All of this while enjoying the convenience of being within walking distance of highly regarded Deerfield Elementary School.

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: March 24, 2026 at 4:40PM
Listing Office:: COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC : 973-376-8990
MLS ID:: 4014336

General: BarDryCODetectAlrmFireHotTubJacuzTypSecurSysSmokeDetStallShwWlkInCls
Master Bedroom: 1st FloorFull BathWalk-In Closet
Master Bath: Soaking TubStall Shower And Tub
Kitchen: Center IslandEat-In KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Appliances: Carbon Monoxide DetectorCooktop - GasDishwasherMicrowave OvenRefrigeratorWall Oven(s) - Electric
Dining: Formal Dining Room
Basement: FinishedFull
Flooring: CarpetingTileWood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced Hot AirGas-Natural
Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaces: 1
Disability Feature: None

General: BrickWood ShingleBarbequePatioSprinklrFencVnylFencWood
Style: Colonial
Parking: Parking spaces: 4

Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

County: Essex

Driveway: BlacktopCircularDriveway-ExclusiveOff-Street Parking
Zoning: residential1612-04505-0000-00019-0000-

Utilities: ElectricGas-Natural
Water: Public Water
Sewer: Public SewerSewer Charge Extra

Exclusions: contact listing agent

This listing courtesy of COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

Deerfield Elementary School

26 Troy Ln, Short Hills, NJ, 07078

Grades KG-4

0.26 miles away

Millburn Middle School

25 Old Short Hills Rd, Millburn, NJ, 07041

Grades 6-8

1.90 miles away

Millburn High School

462 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ, 07041

Grades 9-12

2.32 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.