This charming colonial-style home offers historic appeal with modern updates. Built in the early 20th century, the well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence blends traditional architecture with contemporary comfort. Recent renovations include a kitchen with premium appliances, a tile backsplash, and a spacious island. The home features a formal dining room, a partially finished basement, and an oversized one-car garage. With a tranquil backyard patio, ample parking with a three-car driveway, and situated just minutes from Montclair’s downtown, this 1,200 sq ft property on a modest plot is listed at $439,000, perfect for suburban living near local amenities.
Exterior Front View
A two-story historic American home with beige siding and dark green trim presents a classic and neat appearance. The steeply pitched roof features dark green shingles contrasting with light walls. The front porch, accessible by a small stairway with cement steps, is protected by a black metal railing fence that encloses a modest front yard. A prominent bay window adds character, while the driveway runs along the right side leading to a detached garage at the back. Mature trees and well-maintained shrubbery enhance the inviting, residential neighborhood feel with sidewalks and adjacent homes visible.
Backyard Patio and Garage
The paved backyard patio is enclosed by a tall white vinyl fence that provides privacy. The ground is covered with square brick pavers arranged in a grid pattern. To one side, a beige siding-covered detached garage with a sloped roof stands, featuring two black doors opening into the garage space. A small portable charcoal grill and a black freestanding punching bag add elements of casual outdoor activity. Surrounding greenery, including mature trees, creates a natural backdrop beyond the fence. The overall look is simple and utilitarian, designed for practical outdoor use and storage.
Garage Exterior
Single-car garage with beige vinyl siding and a pitched shingle roof. The garage door is white with a raised panel design, framed by dark green trim that matches the trim around the adjacent entry door. The entry door is solid white with a simple six-panel style and a metallic doorknob. Asphalt pavement surrounds the base, showing some wear and discoloration near the garage door. To the right, a metal chain-link fence separates the property from the neighboring house. The setting is outdoors, with a partly cloudy sky above and a white vehicle partially visible in the lower right corner.
Garage Exterior
The exterior of the home reveals a detached garage with a single white roll-up door and an adjacent side entry door. Beige vinyl siding with green trim accents the building, complementing the house’s matching siding. The garage roof is pitched with asphalt shingles, showing some weathering. The driveway is paved asphalt, appearing spacious enough for several vehicles, bordered by metal fencing on one side. The home’s lower exterior is painted green, providing contrast to the beige siding above. The background features lush green trees, enhancing the suburban residential atmosphere under a mostly clear blue sky.
House Exterior Side View
A two-story beige house with green trim is shown from the side. The siding is horizontal vinyl, and the foundation is painted dark green. A small window is visible on the lower level with a larger one above it on the second floor. Adjacent to the house is a detached structure with matching siding and a small outdoor area with concrete and brick paving. A black freestanding punching bag and a red grill are placed near the pathway. On the right, a narrow grassy strip with a tree and a chain-link fence runs along the side of the property. The neighborhood includes other similarly styled homes under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Living Room Seating Area
A comfortable living room with a mix of seating options includes a dark purple upholstered sofa and a large sectional leather couch in dark brown. The floor is covered with a vibrantly colored area rug featuring abstract patterns in red, blue, white, and beige tones, adding an artistic touch. Light beige walls contrast with white baseboards, while recessed lighting provides a soft ambiance alongside table lamps on dark wood side tables. A ceiling fan with brass fixtures and wooden blades is centered overhead. Heavy curtains in green and gold hues dress the windows in the background, enhancing a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Living Room and Dining Entry
Open living room area with light beige walls and wood laminate flooring creating a warm, neutral base. A large flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, above a dark wood console with glass panels, reflecting a modern touch. The room is framed by a classic ceiling fan with wooden blades, enhancing comfort and style. To the left, a wooden staircase with polished banisters adds a traditional element. Through a rounded archway, a glimpse of the adjacent dining room is visible, furnished with ornate, floral-patterned chairs and a dark wood table over a richly colored Persian rug, bridging contemporary and vintage aesthetics.
Dining Room Details
A spacious dining area with a traditional feel, highlighted by a richly patterned area rug under the table. The table itself is covered with a classic red and green plaid tablecloth, protected by a clear plastic cover. Surrounding the table are high-backed chairs upholstered in an elegant black and cream damask pattern. Walls are painted in a warm beige tone complemented by white trim and doors, adding brightness. A black hutch with glass doors displays assorted items on the right, while a simple black buffet sits against the far wall beneath a framed Last Supper painting. The ceiling is detailed with a tray design and a modern chandelier with a round glass shade. The room opens into a warm wood-floored kitchen area, visible through an open doorway.
Dining Area
Rectangular dining table covered with a red and green plaid tablecloth with a clear protective cover, surrounded by six upholstered chairs featuring an elaborate floral pattern in black, beige, and gold tones. The floor is adorned with a large, ornate area rug with deep reds, blues, and intricate designs. Walls painted in soft beige create a warm atmosphere, while a traditional glass-front black and wood china cabinet displays various glassware and décor. Sheer and olive green drapes frame the window, providing contrast. A brass and glass light fixture hangs above the table, and an arched opening leads to a cozy living room with neutral-toned seating.
Kitchen and Dining Nook
The space has warm beige walls creating a cozy ambience, complemented by golden-hued hardwood floors. A granite-topped island serves as a focal point, surrounded by elegant wrought-iron chairs with cushioned seats. The cabinetry is rich, dark wood with classic paneling, providing a traditional touch that contrasts with the modern stainless steel appliances including a range hood and stove. To the right, a dark wood sideboard with red inlays holds a glass display cabinet filled with delicate porcelain and glassware. A framed artwork hangs on the wall, adding a hint of personal character. The lighting includes pendant lamps above the island and recessed ceiling lights.
Kitchen View with Appliances
A compact kitchen characterized by warm cherry wood cabinetry surrounding a small window with delicate sheer curtains. The granite countertops, featuring a mix of beige and brown tones, complement the medium-tone hardwood floor. Stainless steel appliances include a dishwasher, microwave, and a modern gas stove with a large range hood. A black refrigerator with a sleek finish stands beside the cabinets, contrasting with the wood hues. Recessed ceiling lights and a hanging pendant light illuminate the space, adding brightness and highlighting the classic yet functional design elements of this kitchen area.
Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets
Rich wooden cabinetry in warm cherry tones lines the kitchen walls, complemented by speckled granite countertops with a golden hue. A stainless steel gas stove with a modern vent hood is centered between the cabinets, framed by beige tiled backsplash. The sink area sits beneath a window covered with simple lace curtains that diffuse natural light softly. Various kitchen appliances, including a microwave, toaster oven, instant pot, and coffee maker, occupy the countertops, contributing to a practical, lived-in feel. The flooring is light hardwood, adding warmth and brightness to the space. Decorative kitchen rugs add comfort and style.
Kitchen Countertop and Seating
Granite countertop island with a warm, earth-toned pattern dominates the kitchen space, accompanied by wrought iron bar stools with cushioned seats. Rich, polished cherry wood cabinetry extends from the floor to the ceiling, complemented by beige walls creating a cozy, neutral backdrop. Stainless steel stove and modern small appliances anchor the cooking area, while two pendant lights with frosted glass shades hang overhead in a contemporary style. The kitchen seamlessly opens to a living or dining area through an arched doorway. A mounted flat-screen TV adds a modern touch to this classic, functional kitchen area.
Bathroom Vanity Area
Neutral beige and cream tones dominate the space with polished stone tiles partially covering the walls, accented by a decorative mosaic tile border running horizontally. A dark wood vanity with multiple drawers and a white countertop anchors the room, topped with a rectangular undermount sink and modern chrome fixtures. A three-panel mirrored medicine cabinet provides additional storage and reflects light from a small window draped with sheer curtains featuring a floral pattern in brown and light gold. Coordinated towels hang beside the vanity, enhancing the warm and inviting ambiance of this classic bathroom.
Upstairs Hallway
A narrow upstairs hallway with warm beige walls and white trim frames a wooden doorway leading into a bedroom. The flooring is a medium-toned wood laminate that extends throughout the corridor. White semi-sheer curtains soften the natural light coming through a window to the left. The wooden handrail with decorative wrought iron balusters adds a classic touch, contrasting subtly with the simple wall and ceiling design. The ceiling features a grid of white tiles with a flush-mounted round light fixture. The hallway feels cozy and functional, connecting living spaces with an understated historic charm.
Cozy Bedroom Space
Soft beige walls and white window trim frame this compact bedroom with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Two windows with wooden blinds allow natural light, one with green curtains adding a touch of softness. The bed sports a blue and white floral-patterned comforter and matching pillows, with a dark-colored headboard that doubles as a bookshelf holding books and small decorative items. Near the bed, a small wooden nightstand supports a unique woven lamp. Against one wall, a beige cushioned bench provides seating, while a compact air conditioner and radiator sit below windows, blending functionality with comfort in a modest, well-organized layout.
Bedroom Corner
The bedroom features soft beige walls paired with warm wooden flooring, creating a neutral and cozy ambiance. A large bed with a quilted gray and white patterned comforter dominates the space, flanked by a black shelving unit on one side for storage. Two windows draped with semi-sheer gray curtains allow natural light to gently filter in, balanced by a ceiling fan with wooden blades overhead. A black dresser beneath a mounted flat-screen TV provides additional storage, while a shoe rack and some personal items add to the lived-in feel. An air conditioning unit is installed in one window, combining functionality with comfort in this intimate corner of the home.
Cozy Bedroom Corner
Olive-green walls envelop a compact bedroom accented by vintage wooden furniture, including a prominent bed with intricately carved posts and a matching nightstand. The bedspread features a black and white floral pattern that contrasts with the warm wall color, enhancing the cozy atmosphere. A ceiling fan with a white light fixture hangs above, while dark, heavy curtains frame a window with a visible air conditioner unit. A wall-mounted flat-screen TV above a cluttered dresser adds modern functionality. A white door with traditional molding provides entry, accompanied by a narrow coat rack and a black trash bin, completing the room’s modest, lived-in charm.
Bathroom Interior
The bathroom displays a warm, neutral palette with beige and light brown tile walls extending halfway up, featuring a decorative tile border for added texture. A white bathtub with a floral shower curtain adds a soft, vintage touch. The vanity has a dark wood finish topped with a cream countertop and a rectangular mirror framed in black. Two wall-mounted light fixtures illuminate the space. A floral sheer curtain over the small window brings natural light and charm, while a classic cast-iron radiator beneath adds historic character. Plush beige rugs complement the look, alongside a modern white toilet.
Listing Agent: Priya H. Shah of Exp Realty, Llc via Zillow