229 Ballantine Pkwy, Newark, NJ, 07104
About This Home
Step into timeless elegance with this extraordinary historic estate in Newark?s prestigious Forest Hill neighborhood. Set on the largest lot in the area, this remarkable home features stunning original architectural details, soaring ceilings, a walk-up attic, and a charming carriage house. With 26 rooms including 15 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 3 half baths, it offers a perfect balance of historic charm and modern comfort, including a spacious living room, family room, formal dining room, breathtaking ballroom, year-round porch, full-size kitchen, and convenient laundry room. The second level includes 8 bedrooms with 3 Jack-and-Jill baths and an additional full bath. The original carriage house offers a basement and space for 3 cars, with potential to transform into a private apartment, studio, or guest suite. Within walking distance to transportation, and close to restaurants, schools, and Branch Brook Park, this home offers exceptional potential as a bed-and-breakfast, Airbnb, or creative use. Expansive grounds provide endless possibilities for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own private oasis. This estate is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Newark?s storied legacy.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Excellent Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Materials
- Roof: Flat,Slate
- Construction materials: Brick,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom Home,Carriage House
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Carbon Monoxide Detector,Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 15
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 8
- Fireplace features: Bedroom 5+
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 1 Unit,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall Unit(s),Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 15,000
- Total interior livable area: 15,000 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Second Kitchen,Separate Dining Area
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1614006860000000290000
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 0.44 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 100 x 190
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: 1 Car Width,Asphalt,Parking Lot-Exclusive,See Remarks,Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 7
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
- Heat Wave
- Cold 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 | $10,113 | $121,356 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,313 | $15,756 |
| Property Taxes | $3,500 | $42,000 |
| Electricity | $1,653 | $19,842 |
| Total | $16,579 | $198,948 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-19 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000 |
| 2025-10-14 | Listing removed | $2,000,000 |
| 2025-10-06 | Price change | $2,000,000 |
| 2025-08-14 | Price change | $2,200,000 |
| 2025-07-08 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000 |
| 2025-06-01 | Listing removed | $2,400,000 |
| 2024-12-07 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000 |
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