491 Mount Pleasant Ave | West Orange Twp.

$699,000 | 3 Beds | 3 Baths (2 Full, 1 Half) | 1,694 Sq. Ft.

Welcome to 491 Mt. Pleasant Ave in West Orange a thoughtfully renovated 2021 home that perfectly blends timeless charm with modern comfort. Offering over 1,600 sq ft of living space, this sun-filled residence is set far back from the road with private access via a quiet side street, providing a rare sense of privacy and peace. Situated on four combined lots, the property offers generous outdoor space with the unique potential for future subdivision ideal for buyers seeking both room to grow and long-term value. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring hardwood floors, natural woodwork, and direct views of the golf course across the street. The updated kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and high-end Miele stainless steel appliances. Additional upgrades include recessed lighting, central air, a tankless hot water heater, and beautifully renovated bathrooms for modern-day living. The finished basement adds exceptional versatility, offering two finished rooms, a half bath, and a bonus flex room perfect for a fourth bedroom, home office, or cozy den. Outside, enjoy a 3-car garage setup, with a 2-car detached and 1-car built-in garage, plus a private hobby nook or storage space. Located just minutes from shopping, parks, golf, and NYC transit, this home offers comfort, style, and convenience in one of West Orange's most desirable neighborhoods. GSMLS 3975571

Directions to property: Use GPS/Corner of Mt. Pleasant Ave & Lorelei Rd.

MLS Listing ID: 
GSMLS 3975571
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Status (Local): 
Active
Listing Status Accepting Offers: 
1
Community Information
Elementary: 
MT PLEASNT
Middle: 
LIBERTY
High: 
W ORANGE
Subdivision: 
Mount Pleasant
Golf: 
Golf Property
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Cape Cod
Year Built: 
1920
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
1,694
Basement: 
Finished, Full, Walkout
Fireplaces: 
No
Construction
Roof: 
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: 
Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features: 
Workshop
Energy Information: 
Electric, Gas-Natural
Porch: 
No
Deck: 
No
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
8
Total Bedrooms: 
3
Total Bathrooms: 
3
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
1
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Forced Hot Air, Multi-Zone
Heating System Fuel: 
Gas-Natural
Cooling System: 
Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
Water Heating System: 
Gas
Water Source: 
Public Water
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.66
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
192x150
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Driveway: 
2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, Off-Street Parking, See Remarks
Parking Type: 
2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, Off-Street Parking, See Remarks
Total Parking Spaces: 
0
Garage: 
Garage Parking, See Remarks
Pool: 
No
Fence: 
No
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
1622-00172-0003-00002-0000-
Lot Number: 
2
Annual Tax: 
$16,098.00
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
7/16/2025
Contract Details
Details about the listing contract.
Exclusions: 
Personal Property.
Possession: 
At Closing
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Office Name: 
HERITAGE HOUSE SOTHEBY'S I.R.