281 Long Hill Dr, Short Hills, NJ, 07078
About This Home
This elegant custom Colonial has all of the luxurious details that today's discerning home buyer expects, including a heated salt water pool/spa, an elevator to all floors & a whole house Generac generator, ideally located on 0.54 level acres within walking distance to top schools (.4 miles to Pingry Lower School & .8 miles to Hartshorn Elementary) & Gero Park (.6 miles). The exterior is cedar siding, there are copper gutters & a slate roof. The inviting front entry leads to a grand entrance hall open to gorgeous family room & large formal dining room w/ custom crown molding & wainscoting. The gourmet eat-in kitchen has top of the line appliances, a center island w/ seating, walk-in pantry & separate sunlit eating area totally open to the family room w/ a gas FP, for the ideal floor plan. This home boasts 1st & 2nd floor primary suites. Both primary en-suite bathrooms have radiant floor heating. A sitting room/office w/ balcony, mudroom, laundry room, & 2 powder rooms complete the 1st level. The 2nd level has 3 generously sized bedrooms, 3 full baths, a 2nd laundry room & large family room/study with a gas FP & balcony. The walkout lower level has high ceilings, a large en-suite bedroom w/ a beautiful full bath, a powder room, a media room w/ a second kitchen & interior garage entrance. Walk out of the lower level to the stunning patio with a built-in outdoor gas grill, private, level backyard with mature plantings & gorgeous pool w/ mature trees providing tremendous privacy!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2013
Materials
- Roof: Slate
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Custom Home
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Carbon Monoxide Detector,Central Vacuum,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Generator-Built-In,Kitchen Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Wall Oven(s) - Electric,Washer,Water Filter,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Level 2
Basement
- Features: 1Bedroom,BathOthr,GarEnter,Kitchen,Media,PowderRm,Utility,Walkout
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
Bedroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 255
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
Family Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 306
Features
- Central Vacuum,Rec Room,Office,Media Room,In-Law Floorplan
- Window features: Thermal Windows/Doors,Drapes
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 4+ Units,Forced Air,Zoned,Radiant - Electric,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: 4+ Units,Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,517
- Total interior livable area: 5,517 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Second Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 315
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 368
Master Bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub,Stall Shower,Steam
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1612050050000000020000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Generator-Built-In
- Exclusions: None.
Features
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool,Gunite,Heated,In Ground
- Patio & porch: Open Porch(es),Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue,Curbs,Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Fencing: Metal Fence
Lot
- Lot size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 129 x 181
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 1 Car Width,Asphalt,Driveway-Exclusive,Tandem
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- 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 | $21,231 | $254,772 |
| Home Insurance * | $734 | $8,808 |
| Property Taxes | $7,074 | $84,888 |
| Electricity | $608 | $7,298 |
| Total | $29,647 | $355,764 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-09 | Price change | $3,995,000 |
| 2026-07-26 | Price change | $4,198,888 |
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $4,498,888 |
| 2023-10-12 | Sold | $3,050,000 |
| 2023-06-22 | Sold | $3,050,000 |
| 2023-05-24 | Pending sale | $3,275,000 |
| 2023-05-10 | Listed for sale | $3,275,000 |
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