296 Ridgewood Ave | Glen Ridge Boro Twp.

$1,200,000 | 4 Beds | 3 Baths (3 Full)

Welcome to the legendary "Rose House," an award-winning Victorian Craftsman estate built in 1897, offering over 3,000 SF of livable space across 4 finished levels. Positioned on one of Glen Ridge's most sought after streets & moments from the train station w/ direct approx. 30-min service to Midtown Manhattan, this home blends historic charm, craftsmanship, preserved architectural details, original hardwood floors & high-end materials w/ modern upgrades. Known for its spectacular gardens w/ 40 hand cultivated rose plants, it's an unmatched setting for entertaining & everyday living. Featuring 4 beds, 2 private offices & 3 full baths, including a top floor primary suite retreat w/ spa-like bath complete w/ a soaking tub, separate shower & water closet. The main level showcases formal living & dining rooms, a sitting room w/ a wood-burring fireplace in the foyer, oversized base molding, elegant crown molding & an updated chef's kitchen w/ premium Bosch stainless steel appliances. The basement offers additional living space ideal for guests, recreation, or work from home living. Major updates include a new roof in 2024, while many major systems & improvements were completed in 2021, including dual-zone HVAC, tankless water heater, LG laundry, French drain system, dual sump pumps, finished basement renovation & EV charger. Outside, a blue stone patio & breathtaking landscaped grounds create outdoor retreat. The Rose House is more than just a home, it is an admired legacy GSMLS 4027265

Directions to property: On Corner Of Ridgewood Avenue & Wildwood Terrace

MLS Listing ID: 
GSMLS 4027265
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Status (Local): 
Active
Listing Status Accepting Offers: 
1
Community Information
Middle: 
RIDGEWOOD
High: 
GLEN RIDGE
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Victorian
Year Built: 
1897
New Construction: 
0
Basement: 
Bilco-Style Door, Finished, French Drain, Full
Interior: 
Blinds, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Alarm Sys, Fire Extinguisher, High Ceilings, Security System, Smoke Detector, Window Treatments
Fireplaces: 
Yes
Construction
Roof: 
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: 
Wood Shingle
Exterior Features: 
Curbs, Open Porch(es), Patio, Privacy Fence, Sidewalk, Storm Window(s), Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Wood Fence
DisabilityFeatures: 
No
Energy Information: 
All Underground, Electric, Gas-Natural
Porch: 
No
Deck: 
No
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
9
Total Bedrooms: 
4
Total Bathrooms: 
3
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
3
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
29x10 
Level: 
Third
Second Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
13x13 
Level: 
Second
Third Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
21x11 
Level: 
Second
Fourth Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
10x13 
Level: 
Second
Family Room 
Dimensions: 
18x28 
Level: 
Basement
Kitchen 
Dimensions: 
10x15 
Level: 
First
Living Room 
Dimensions: 
33x14 
Level: 
First
Den 
Dimensions: 
9x10 
Level: 
Second
Other One 
Dimensions: 
13x13 
Level: 
First
Other Two 
Dimensions: 
17x8 
Level: 
Basement
Master Bathroom 
Level: 
Third
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
Heating System Fuel: 
Electric, Gas-Natural
Cooling System: 
2 Units, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
Water Heating System: 
See Remarks
Water Source: 
Public Water
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.12
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
68X77 IRR
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Driveway: 
2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, On-Street Parking, See Remarks
Parking Type: 
2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, On-Street Parking, See Remarks
Total Parking Spaces: 
2
Garage: 
See Remarks
Pool: 
No
Fence: 
Yes
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
1608-00099-0000-00005-0000-
Lot Number: 
5
Annual Tax: 
$24,272.00
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
5/13/2026
Contract Details
Details about the listing contract.
Exclusions: 
Personal items and furniture
Possession: 
60-90 days
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Office Name: 
REDFIN CORPORATION