12 Melrose Pl, Montclair Twp., NJ 07042

• 7 beds |
• 3 baths

Property Description

EXCEPTIONAL 7-BEDROOM, 3.1 BATH COLONIAL ON PREMIERE TREE-LINED STREET CLOSE TO NYC TRANSP & VIBRANT DOWNTOWN MONTCLAIR. Set on approximately 1/3 acre, this gracious and distinctive home combines beautiful architectural character with generous living space and gorgeous outdoor areas. A welcoming foyer opens to a sun-filled living room w/floor-to-ceiling windows & a handsome WB fireplace. The adjoining family room is currently a home theater but offers flexibility as a playroom or office. Formal dining room w/FR doors opens to the deck & expansive, level backyard. Charming eat-in kitchen features an island, abundant cabinetry, open shelving & SS apps including 6-burner gas range, double oven & dishwasher. A convenient mudroom and powder room complete the 1st floor. Four bedrooms on 2nd floor features 4 generously sized rooms including a primary suite. Primary bedroom has FR doors opening to a truly special covered porch overlooking mature magnolia, Japanese maple & dogwood trees-a private retreat w/wonderful views & the character of another era. The suite also includes a WI closet and full bath. 3 additional bedrooms & a full bath complete the 3rd floor. Fin lower level includes a walk-in wine room. Additional features: newly refinished floors, freshly painted rooms, 2-zone AC & 2-car det garage. Ideally located on one of Montclair's most coveted tree-lined streets, w/convenient access to NYC transportation, restaurants, shops in downtown Montclair & cultural attractions.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

October 1, 2026

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 2:40AM

Listing Office:

KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP : 973-783-7400

MLS ID:

4055410

Interior

• General: Carbon Monoxide DetectorSmoke DetectorWalk-In Closet
• Master Bedroom: Full BathWalk-In Closet
• Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen
• Appliances: Carbon Monoxide DetectorCooktop - GasDishwasherDryerMicrowave OvenRefrigeratorSump PumpWall Oven(s) - GasWasher
• Dining: Formal Dining Room
• Basement: Finished
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: 2 UnitsCentral Air
• Heating: 2 UnitsBaseboard - HotwaterRadiant - Hot WaterOil Tank Above Ground - Inside
• Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaces: 1
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: WoodCurbsDeckOpen Porch(es)PatioSidewalkStorm Door(s)
• Style: Colonial
• Parking: Parking spaces: 6

Construction

• Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

Location

• County: Essex

Lot

• Driveway: 1 Car Width
• Zoning: 1613-02102-0000-00010-0000-

Utilities

• Utilities: ElectricGas-Natural
• Water: Public Water
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Exclusions: None