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Sold for $2,350,000

Listed at $1,895,000

97 California Street, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450

MLS# 26033723

Sold

5

Bedrooms

5

Bathrooms

1

Half Baths

0.196 acres (8,538 sqft)

Lot Size

1900

Year Built

Residential — Colonial

Property Type

Description

Located just one-block from Ridgewood’s sought-after Willard School & just four blocks to the Ho-Ho-Kus train, this thoughtfully renovated home offers effortless convenience. Spanning ~4,000sqft across 4 finished levels, it blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort. Custom renovations completed in 2024 thoughtfully blend classic character with today’s lifestyle needs. The heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen with oversized quartz island & countertops and a suite of premium appliances, opening seamlessly into the family room and breakfast area with a custom built-in banquette. A French door leads to the fully fenced backyard with mature trees and blue stone patio-ideal for indoor outdoor entertaining. A sun-filled living room with abundant windows and fireplace and a formal dining room with coffered ceiling, built-in bar and a custom mudroom complete this level. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a true retreat with a soaking tub, double shower, radiant-heated floors, custom WIC & a Juliet balcony adds to the peaceful oasis. Two additional bdrms share a dual bath, with laundry conveniently located nearby. The third floor offers a spacious bdrm, bath, and a bonus space with endless opportunities. A beautifully finished basement with custom built-in storage, rec room, bdrm and full bath complete this exceptional home. This is the Ridgewood home you've been dreaming of - thoughtfully designed, beautifully renovated, and ready to be loved for years to come.

Tax & Financial Information

Annual Property Taxes$28,492 (NJ Public Records)
Tax Assessment$993,100
Land Assessment$319,300
Sold Price$2,350,000
Sold DateOctober 16, 2026
ListedSeptember 8, 2026

Property Features

Interior

  • ✓Heating: Gas,Hot Air
  • ✓Cooling: Central Air
  • ✓Basement: Finished

Exterior & Lot

  • ✓Parking: Detached,Gar Opener

Transaction Information

Listed By

Jane VanDevander

Tarvin Realtors

(201) 693-6912

Bought With

Taylor Lucyk

The Agency One Rock-Paramus

Closing Date: October 16, 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use only. Last updated: 10/16/2026.

Commute From This Home

Ridgewood

🚂
Transit to NYC Penn

Bergen County Line / Main Line

50 min
🚗
Drive to NYC (Midtown)
40 min
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Transit to Hoboken
40 min
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Drive to Hoboken/JC
25 min
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Drive to Newark
25 min
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Ridgewood Station

~0.3 mi from town center

Monthly Pass(Zone 6)$220/mo

Commute times are peak-hour estimates based on NJ Transit schedules and typical traffic. Actual times may vary. Drive times assume weekday morning rush hour.

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