MLS# : 26005259
RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a definitive piece of American history with the Van Buskirk Home, the very first residence built in Saddle River. Circa 1707, this Red Sandstone Dutch Colonial has a storied past while sitting on over 2 lush acres offering modern amenities such as a freeform pool, oversized patios, and a tennis court - all perfect for entertaining. The residence underwent an extensive updates/renovations im the mid 1990s, including a full kitchen addition, bathroom updates, new plumbing and electric, structural reinforcement with new beams, refinished flooring, new roof, and more. Enter to find masterfully preserved heritage with grand hand-hewn beams, wide-plank floors, and 4 original fireplaces, including an architecturally distinct open loft/great room with 13-foot beamed cathedral ceilings. Modern aesthetics integrate through thoughtful updates, featuring a chef’s kitchen with radiant heated floors and living space where walls of glass offer serene views of the pond and waterfall. Completing the primary levels is a stately home office, first-floor primary suite with a steam shower, plus four upstairs bedrooms and two baths. A hidden door off the entry foyer leads to a basement with significant improvements, posing exceptional potential for finished space. Enjoy the versatile heated barn provides two car bays, horse stalls, and a massive second floor perfect for a gym, studio, or party space. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward a landmark propert
1st Flr Primary Bdrm, Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
This listing is a courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Group-Ridgewood
201-962-9552 office, listing agent Christina L. Gibbons
| Population: | 3,152 |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,341 |
| Single Family Homes: | 1,214 |
| General Tax Rate (2023): | 1.020% |
| Effective Tax Rate (2023): | 1.036% |
| Compare To Other Towns |
| Average Price* (12mo): | $2,554,604 |
| Homes Sold* (12mo): | 40 |
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