20 Sylvan Way, Short Hills, NJ, 07078
About This Home
Beautiful 9 year old Colonial built by prominent local builder in the heart of Short Hills. A home offers warm comfort and entertainment with over 7300 sf of luxury living. A entry foyer welcomes you into an open floor plan, designer kitchen, center island, butlers pantry, breakfast nook that opens to the family room with fireplace and outdoor patio, sun room, library & in law suite. Second floor features an impressive master suite, sitting room, spacious walk in closet w/custom built-ins & island! Additionally four generous bedrooms, 3 baths and laundry room. Third floor offers recreation room with half bath, currently used as Yoga room. Basement level has a picturesque mud room, 2nd recreation room and bedroom with full bath. Millburn's Top Schools, Fast Commute, and Vibrant Downtown filled with shops & restaurants.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Clapboard,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Carbon Monoxide Detector,Central Vacuum,Dishwasher,Dryer,Instant Hot Water,Kitchen Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Filter,Water Softener Owned,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Features: 1Bedroom,BathMain,GameRoom,Leisure,MudRoom,SittngRm,Storage,Utility
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 252
Family Room
- Level: First
- Area: 342
Features
- Central Vacuum,Bedroom,Library,In-Law Floorplan
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Storm Window(s),Shades
- Flooring: Vinyl-Linoleum,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Zoned,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,300
- Total interior livable area: 7,300 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Separate Dining Area
- Level: First
- Area: 520
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 143
Master Bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub,Stall Shower And Tub
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1612045040000000070000
- Zoning description: R-4
- Other equipment: Generator-Hookup
- Exclusions: Personal Belongings except fixtures and window treatment
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Open Porch(es),Patio
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 117 x 171
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: 2 Car Width,Additional Parking,Driveway-Exclusive,Attached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $20,175 | $242,100 |
| Home Insurance * | $698 | $8,376 |
| Property Taxes | $6,728 | $80,736 |
| Electricity | $804 | $9,656 |
| Total | $28,405 | $340,860 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $3,990,000 |
| 2017-09-05 | Sold | $2,555,000 |
| 2017-06-09 | Price change | $2,695,000 |
| 2017-05-15 | Listed for sale | $2,849,000 |
| 2016-04-08 | Sold | $1,150,000 |
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