655 Lake St
Newark City, NJ 07104
$1,295,000
Beds: 6
Baths: 4 | 1
Sq. Ft.: N/A
Type: House
Listing #3989369
Welcome to this spectacular 5,000 sq. ft. Historic Landmark residence in Newark's sought-after Forest Hill. Featured in House Beautiful, and restored by renowned designer Sasha Bikoff, this home seamlessly combines classic architecture with modern design across three expansive floors of living space. A stunning entrance hall sets the stage for elegant entertaining, while a large solarium, off the living room, fills the home with natural light. The chef's kitchen impresses with Miele appliances, a Blue Star range, steam oven, and Gaggenau refrigerator/freezer units. The thoughtful design continues with California Closets throughout, a powder room on the first floor, updated bathrooms, and a jaw dropping primary suite with walk-in closet, soaking tub, and steam shower. High-end upgrades include a Sonos in-ceiling sound system, custom brass sinks, Toto smart toilets, two fireplaces, and commercial-grade WiFi. Outdoors, enjoy private patios, a secluded backyard with lush landscaping and hydrangeas, and a custom sound system for gatherings. For quiet moments, retreat to the second-floor deck off the office/bedroom perfect for morning coffee or an evening cocktail. Across from Branch Brook Park and its iconic cherry blossoms, and just 40 minutes to NYC, this one-of-a-kind home offers elegance, comfort, and space to truly spread out.
Property Features
County: Essex
Community Living: No
Latitude: 40.77367
Longitude: -74.17216
Subdivision: Forest Hill
Directions: Lake St across from Brookdale Park
Total Rooms: 21
Interior: BarWet, Bidet, CODetect, CedrClst, CeilHigh, SecurSys, Shades, SmokeDet, StallShw, StallTub, Steam, WlkInCls
Master Bedroom Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
1/2 Baths: 1
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Description: See Remarks, Wood Burning
Heating: Radiators - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Gas-Natural
Cooling: 3 Units, Central Air, Ductless Split AC
Floors: Tile, Wood
Water Heater: Gas
Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Basement Description: Bilco-Style Door, Full, Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Style: Colonial
Exterior: Deck, Patio
Siding: Brick
Roof: Slate
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public Water
Utilities: Gas-Natural
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
Parking Spaces: 4
Lot Description: Level Lot
Lot Size: 100X100
Lot Size in Acres: 0.23
Garage Description: Attached Garage
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Single Family
Year Built: 1927
Status: Active
Senior Community: No
Tax Amt / Rate / Rate Yr / Yr: 15660 / 3.803 / 2024 / 2024
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Amount: $15,660
Days On Market: 13
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Seller's Representative:
COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC
COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC

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