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1901 Route 206

Chester Twp., NJ 07930-2421

7 beds
9.5 baths
9,915 sqft
~47 acre lot
$584 per sqft
1935 build
– on site

Truly once in a lifetime opportunity to own a one of a kind spectacular estate that is the ultimate in privacy. This spectacular Magazine worthy 46 acre Estate transports you to the South of France! You've never seen anything like it! Stunning original features abound in rooms of grand proportion, soaring vaulted & beamed ceilings, massive fireplaces, and great natural light from floor to ceiling arched French doors and new Pella windows. Totally renovated to perfection with gourmet eat-in kitchen with top of the line appliances, Subzero refrigerator/freezer, Viking range and Viking dishwasher, and luxurious new bathrooms found in 5-star hotels. You'll love the breathtaking Primary Suite with fireplace, pair of French doors open to Juliet Balcony, walk-in dressing room plus 2 spa-like bathrooms. Also has a first floor guest/in-law suite and an apartment for a caretaker about the 4-car detached garage. Built in 1935, was designed by Adams & Prentice for the late Henry R. Luce and his wife, Lila. Mr. Luce was the founder of Time and Life Magazines. Sycamore, a refined country estate, is finished with limestone and washed aggregate blocks, capped by a tile roof. Manicured surroundings are enhanced by a walled serpentine garden & formal boxwood garden and reflecting pond, all with impressive views of the Somerset Hills. A landmark residence with an impressive history. Farmland Preservation easement so low Taxes.

Listing courtesy of GSMLS / ARLENE GORMAN GONNELLA, 973-376-4545 / WEICHERT REALTORS

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 22, 2024 •

MLS# 3896413 —

The Building

Construction Date/Year Built:

Renovated
Construction Date/Year Built:

1935
Renovated Year:

2000
Style:

Custom Home
Primary Style:

Custom Home
Roof Description:

Tile
Exterior Description:

Stone
Basement:

Yes
Handicap Modified:

No

Interior

# of Rooms:

16
Interior Features:

Beam Ceilings, Fire Alarm Sys, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet
Flooring:

Carpeting, Marble, Stone, Wood
Level 1 Rooms:

2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other, Dining Room, Entrance Vestibule, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Library, Living Room, Pantry, Powder Room
Level 2 Rooms:

4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Maid Quarters
Level 3 Rooms:

Attic
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Area:

Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
Living Room Level:

First
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Area:

Formal Dining Room
Family Room Level:

First
Den Level:

First
Basement Level Rooms:

Inside Entrance, Laundry Room, Outside Entrance, Utility Room
Basement Description:

French Drain, Unfinished
Other Room 1 Level:

First
Other Room 1:

Bedroom
Other Room 2 Level:

First
Other Room 2:

Bedroom
Other Room 3 Level:

First
Other Room 3:

Library
Other Room 4 Level:

First
# of Fireplaces:

7
Fireplace Description:

Bedroom 1, Dining Room, Great Room, Library, Living Room, Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Room Dimensions:

21x35
Kitchen Dimensions:

14x24
Dining Room Dimensions:

21x24
Family Room Dimensions:

21 Sqft
Den Dimensions:

13 Sqft
Bedroom 1 Dimensions:

20x20
Bedroom 2 Dimensions:

19 Sqft
Bedroom 3 Dimensions:

9x15
Bedroom 4 Dimensions:

12x17
Other Room 1 Dimensions:

14x16
Other Room 2 Dimensions:

13x17
Other Room 3 Dimensions:

19x19
Other Room 4 Dimensions:

12x23

Location

Directions:

Route 206 to stone pillars and sign 1901
Latitude:

40.75298
Longitude:

-74.69642

The Property

Lot Identifier:

1.03
Approx Lot Size:

46 Sqft
Lot Description:

Backs to Park Land, Level Lot, Mountain View
Approx SqFt:

9,915 Sqft
Total Acres:

46 Sqft
Property Subtype:

Single Family
Zoning:

Residential
Exterior Features:

Patio
Exclusions:

Furnishings.
Easements:

Yes
Easement Description:

Driveways
Farm Assessment:

Yes
Assessment Land:

27900
Assess Amt Land Tax:

*

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID:

*
Tax ID For Property:

2307-00012-0000-00001-0003-QFARM
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Year:

*
Tax Rate:

*
Tax Rate Year:

2023
Tax Rate Amount:

2.535
Tax Amount:

$41,679
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:

7
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:

First

Baths

# of Baths:

9.10
# of Full Baths:

9
# of Half Baths:

1
Master Bath Features:

Soaking Tub, Stall Shower

The Listing

Home Warranty:

No

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
Heating:

Multi-Zone
Water Heater:

From Furnace

Utilities

Utilities:

Electric, Gas-Propane
Water:

Private
Fuel Type:

Oil Tank Below Ground
Sewer:

Private

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer

The Community

Community Living:

No
Services:

Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
Assessment Total:

1755700
Assessment Bldg:

1300000

Parking

# of Garage Spaces:

4
Garage Description:

Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking/Driveway Description:

1 Car Width, Gravel

Extra Units

In-Law Suite:

Yes
In-Law Suite Description:

Bedroom 1, Full Bath

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$5,800,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$31,057
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$1,595
Utilities	$859 See report
Total	$33,511/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/16/24 Apr 16, 2024	Listed / Active	GSMLS	$5,800,000

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This house located in Chester, NJ 07930-2421 is currently for sale for $5,800,000. 1901 Route 206 is a 9,915 square foot house with 7 beds and 9.5 baths that has been on Estately for 13 days. This house is in the attendance area of Bragg School, Dickerson School, Black River Middle School, and West Morris Mendham High School.

Listing courtesy of GSMLS / ARLENE GORMAN GONNELLA, 973-376-4545 / WEICHERT REALTORS

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