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40 Mountain Top Rd

Bernardsville Boro, NJ 07924-1121

9 beds
8.5 baths
– sqft
~6 acre lot
1900 build
– on site

Denbrooke, situated high on the Bernardsville Mountain, is a shining example of Classic Revival architecture, featuring six soaring pillars capped by a two-story portico and graceful pediment. Built in the early 1900's, one of the mansion's original residents was legendary New York philanthropist Brooke Astor, who employed noted architect Musgrave Hyde to make alterations to Denbrooke in the 1920s. Subsequent renovations have taken place within this expansive 9,800 square-foot mansion over the decades. Set on six-plus acres, the professionally landscaped and deer fenced property offers extensive hardscaping, mature specimen trees, expansive level lawns, a perennial garden and an oval swimming pool edged by new cool deck surfacing. Three finished levels encompass nine bedrooms, seven full baths and three powder rooms. The main entry reveals a tree-lined circular drive with a roomy side and back parking court. Finished in stone and stucco, the residence's traditional design features a columned front porch overlooking level front lawns, stone walls, established gardens and rear bluestone terraces. Highlights of the gracious layout include tiger oak and wood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows and generously sized rooms. An enduring Somerset Hills estate, Denbrooke is a rare listing. Chimneys, flues and fireplaces are being conveyed "as is" no known issues.

Listing courtesy of GSMLS / ASHLEY CHRISTUS / TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 6, 2025 •

MLS# 3949314 —

The Building

Construction Date/Year Built:

Renovated
Construction Date/Year Built:

1900
Renovated Year:

2000
Style:

Custom Home
Primary Style:

Custom Home
Roof Description:

Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Description:

Stone, Stucco
Basement:

Yes
Handicap Modified:

No

Interior

Interior Features:

Bar-Wet, Beam Ceilings, Blinds, Fire Alarm Sys, High Ceilings, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
Flooring:

Carpeting, Tile, Wood
# of Rooms:

33
Level 1 Rooms:

Bath(s) Other, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Library, Living Room, Office, Pantry, Sunroom
Level 2 Rooms:

4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Office
Level 3 Rooms:

4 Or More Bedrooms, Attic, Bath(s) Other, Den, Storage Room
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Area:

Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
Living Room Level:

First
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Area:

Formal Dining Room
Family Room Level:

First
Den Level:

Third
Basement Level Rooms:

Bath(s) Other, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout, Workshop
Basement Description:

Crawl Space, Finished-Partially, Walkout
Other Room 1 Level:

First
Other Room 1:

Foyer
Other Room 2 Level:

First
Other Room 2:

Sunroom
Other Room 3 Level:

First
Other Room 3:

Office
Other Room 4 Level:

Second
Other Room 4:

Office
# of Fireplaces:

4
Fireplace Description:

Bedroom 1, Library, Living Room

Room Dimensions

Living Room Dimensions:

31x27
Kitchen Dimensions:

20x21
Dining Room Dimensions:

15x25
Family Room Dimensions:

19 Sqft
Den Dimensions:

19 Sqft
Bedroom 1 Dimensions:

16x27
Bedroom 2 Dimensions:

19 Sqft
Bedroom 3 Dimensions:

14x22
Bedroom 4 Dimensions:

18x21
Other Room 1 Dimensions:

25x34
Other Room 2 Dimensions:

27x15
Other Room 3 Dimensions:

10x13
Other Room 4 Dimensions:

9x20

Financial & Terms

Possession:

POT

Location

Directions:

Rte 202 to Claremont Rd, left on Post Lane, left on Mountain Top , #40 on left
Latitude:

40.73064
Longitude:

-74.60289

The Property

Property Subtype:

Single Family
Approx Lot Size:

6 Sqft
Lot Description:

Level Lot, Open Lot
Total Acres:

6 Sqft
Lot Identifier:

16
Exterior Features:

Metal Fence, Outbuilding(s), Patio, Storage Shed
Exclusions:

See addendum to Sellers Disclosure - also on file with listing agent
Easements:

Unknown
Assessment Land:

713200
Assess Amount Land Tax:

*

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID:

*
Tax ID For Property:

2703-00015-0000-00016-0000-
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Year:

*
Tax Rate:

*
Tax Rate Year:

2024
Tax Rate Amount:

1.955
Tax Amount:

$47,782
Tax Amount:

$*
Lot ID Tax:

*
Lot Size Tax:

*
Acres Tax:

$*
Block ID Tax:

*
City Tax:

$*
City Code Tax:

*
County Tax:

$*
County Code Tax:

*
Zip Code Tax:

*

Beds

# of Bedrooms:

9
Master Bedroom Description:

Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second

Baths

# of Baths:

7.30
# of Full Baths:

7
# of Half Baths:

3
Master Bath Features:

Jetted Tub, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower

The Listing

Home Warranty:

No

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

2 Units, Ceiling Fan
Heating:

Baseboard - Electric, Multi-Zone, Radiant - Electric, Radiators - Steam
Water Heater:

Gas

Utilities

Utilities:

Electric, Gas-Natural
Water:

Well
Fuel Type:

Gas-Natural
Sewer:

Septic 5+ Bedroom Town Verified

Appliances

Appliances:

Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Washer

The Community

Community Living:

No
Services:

Cable TV, Fiber Optic, Garbage Extra Charge
Pool:

Yes
Pool Description:

In-Ground Pool, Outdoor Pool
Assessment Total:

2444100
Assessment Total Tax:

*
Assessment Bldg:

1730900
Assess Amount Building Tax:

*

Parking

# of Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Description:

Attached Garage, Garage Under
Parking/Driveway Description:

2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Circular, Gravel

Extra Units

In-Law Suite:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,950,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$15,796
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$811
Utilities	N/A
Total	$16,607/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
3/6/25 Mar 6, 2025	Listed / Active	GSMLS	$2,950,000
9/9/24 Sep 9, 2024	Price Changed	GSMLS
5/20/24 May 20, 2024	Listed / Active	GSMLS

House For Sale

$2,950,000

Cost Est.

$16,607/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

ASHLEY CHRISTUS

TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC.

908-625-4116

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