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545 Johnston Drive
Watchung , NJ 07069
Watchung Borough
Watchung Borough Schools
Somerset County
Asking Price$1,775,000
Bedrooms5
Full Baths3
Partial Baths2
Acres1.41
Lot Dimensions141 Sqft
Age45
HeatingNatural Gas
Fireplaces1
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic
Garages5
BasementFinished
Taxes (2025)$26,027
Parking2 Cars

Description
This extraordinary mountain-top retreat offers breathtaking panoramic views, almost 1.5 usable acres, luxury finishes, & exceptional privacy, perfect forbuyers searching for a move-in-ready luxury home. A circular driveway with new brick walkways sets the tone for this impressive estate, where granddouble doors open to a foyer with striking onyx flooring. Meticulously maintained, the owners used only the highest quality materials in every update. Thehome features a chef's kitchen with premium Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Miele appliances, custom cabinetry, and a sleek glass backsplash ideal for thoseseeking a high-end kitchen with top appliances. The great room showcases soaring beamed ceilings, historic Marvin windows, and hand-cut wide plankfloors, filling the home with natural light and warmth. A private office with French doors and a flexible first-floor den/guest suite enhance the versatilelayout. The primary suite is a true retreat with a sitting room, dressing area, dual walk-in closets, spa-like bath with steam shower & jetted tub, and its owndedicated hot water heater. The finished basement offers a full bath, additional bedroom, kitchenette, and approved plans for a walkout ideal for long-term guests or extended entertaining. Outdoor living is unmatched with a custom Azek deck, built-in fire pit, outdoor kitchen, custom lighting, & an in-ground trampoline. A 4-car attached garage and a 2-car detached garage complete this luxury estate. I promise you'll be impressed!

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Location


Driving Directions
Minutes from Route 78. Turn R on Valley, then R on Johnston Dr.

Details
Architectural Type - Tudor
Garage(s) - Attached,Detached,Door Opener,Inside Entrance
Parking - 2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Circular, Lighting
Flooring - Tile, Wood
Basement - Finished, 1Bedroom,Additional Bath,Exercise,GameRoom,Pantry,Rec Room,Storage,Utility
Fireplace(s) - Gas Fireplace, Great Room
Inclusions - Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
Interior Features - Dry Bar,CeilBeam,Cedar Closet,Fire Alarm,High Ceilings,Intercom,Jacuzzi Bath,Skylight,Smoke Detector,Stereo System,Walk in Closets,Window Treatment
Appliances - Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Induction, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven(s) - Electric, Washer, Water Filter, Wine Refrigerator
Rooms List - Master Bedroom: Dressing Room, Full Bath, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet
Kitchen: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
1st Floor Rooms: Den, Dining Room, Foyer, Garage Entrance, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Powder Room, Walkout
2nd Floor Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s)
Baths: Jetted Tub, Stall Shower And Tub

Roofing - Asphalt Shingle
Lot Features - Level Lot, Mountain View, Skyline View
Exterior Features - Barbeque,Curbs,Deck,OutDoor Kitchen,StrmDoor,Thermal Window and Doors,Sprinkler, Brick,CedarSid,Stone
Cooling - 2 Units, Central Air
Heating - 2 Units, Forced Hot Air, Electric, Gas-Natural
Hot Water - Gas
Sewer - Public Sewer
Water - Public Water
Additional Utilities - All Underground, Electric, Gas-Natural

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Assessment : 1412000
Latitude : 40.63789
Longitude : -74.43307
EveryHome Number : 017027-32026
Listing Courtesy COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
Zoning Designation