THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT 44 NORMAN ROAD
• Amazing location - just blocks to the train to NYC Penn Station, plus easy strolls to shops, parks, and restaurants.
• Over 3,100 square feet in the main house across 3 levels, including 6 bedrooms and 3.1 baths — space for everyone and everything.
• Bonus potential accessory dwelling unit space out back with private entrance: ideal for guests, work, extended family, or income potential. Zoning approval required.
• Gorgeous original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, elegant millwork, and two fireplaces that anchor the home's historic soul.
• Updated kitchen with a perfect flow for modern daily life, entertaining, or quiet family nights.
• Sun-drenched second-floor roof deck — your private escape for morning coffee or starlit evenings.
• Screened-in porch for lemonade summers, game nights, or just listening to the crickets.
• The backyard fort — a built-in adventure zone ready for giggles, hideouts, and maybe even a secret password.
• Top-rated Montclair schools and vibrant community right at your doorstep.
• Built in 1900 with a rich Upper Montclair history — where old-world charm meets modern living.
• Once home to Dr. C.E. Madison, who had his office here in 1949 — a true work-from-home pioneer.
• The Montclair trolley once passed right by the front door — talk about vintage convenience!

HOME DESCRIPTION
Welcome to 44 Norman Road where charm meets magic just blocks from Upper Montclair's best! Close to the NYC train, uptown, parks, and top restaurants this stylish, inviting home is perfectly located for your Montclair life.

The "Main house" offers 6 bedrooms and 3.1 baths. There's a potential ADU out back (Meets criteria, needs Zoning approval) with a separate entrance on Valley Road: 4 rooms (one used as Kitchen with electric stove and fridge and one used as living area) and a full bath.

Inside the main house, the entry foyer has oodles of charm including a custom boot bench. The updated eat-in kitchen features a center island perfect for gatherings, morning coffee or late-night chats. The cozy living room has a fireplace as does the dining room -- both with huge windows and lots of light. All the good vibes for unforgettable gatherings. A powder room, mud room and lovely screened porch
round out the first floor.

Upstairs, the second floor includes 3 sunny bedrooms and a refreshed full bath, including one bedroom room used as home office with its own private roof deck - think tree-house zoom calls.

The third floor adds 3 more bedrooms and another full bath.

The finished lower level offers space to play, relax, do laundry, and store everything you need.

Out back, the fenced yard is ideal for privacy and play. Beyond that, the potential auxiliary unit, with it's own entrance on Valley Road, adds options for guests, work, or creative pursuits.

Hardwood floors, oodles of architectural charm including diamone leaded windows,
EV charger, amazing layout and a location that's pure Upper Montclair magic.

See 3D tour for main house detail. Floorplans for both house and potential auxiliary unit.

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT MONTCLAIR
Montclair has become an absolute darling of the New Jersey dining scene. It’s packed with beloved restaurants that draw regulars from town and foodies from the city. Here are a few that are well revered:
Famed & Fabulous
• Fascino – Elegant Italian with a modern twist. Chef Ryan DePersio’s spot is a Montclair institution—romantic, refined, and consistently excellent.
• Faubourg – A French brasserie that feels like SoHo meets Paris, with a stunning space, top-tier cocktails, and a buzzy outdoor patio scene.
• Laboratorio Kitchen – Creative American cuisine with seasonal ingredients and an upscale but unpretentious vibe. Loved for both date nights and special occasions.
Casual Favorites That Locals Swear By
• Turtle + The Wolf – Rustic, locally sourced, and just damn good. Think comfort food with a chef’s kiss.
• Cuban Pete’s – Colorful, lively, and BYOB with generous portions and a party vibe every night.
• Ani Ramen – Hip, hearty bowls and incredible pork buns. A go-to spot for flavor and vibe.
Sweet Spots & Café Culture
• Bluestone Coffee Co. – Quintessential Montclair breakfast and brunch hangout.
• Little Daisy Bake Shop – Cozy, nostalgic, and nut-free. Perfect for treats on the go.
• Montclair Bread Company – Doughnuts with a cult following and a porch that makes you want to linger.
Montclair is overflowing with things to do. It’s one of those rare towns where charm, culture, nature, and community come together. Here’s a highlight reel of what makes it such a dream to live in (or day-trip to):
For the Culture Lovers
• Montclair Art Museum (MAM): A beloved local gem with American and Native American art collections, plus fantastic community events and classes.
• Wellmont Theater: A historic venue hosting big-name concerts, comedy shows, and events—everyone from Norah Jones to Trevor Noah has been on that stage.
• Montclair Film Festival: Yep, we have a serious film scene. This annual festival draws big Hollywood names (think Stephen Colbert and Ava DuVernay) and screens indie darlings, docs, and Oscar contenders.
• Studio Playhouse & Luna Stage: Two excellent community theaters offering everything from musicals to original works.
For the Outdoorsy Set
• Brookdale Park & Edgemont Park: Great lawns, walking trails, tennis courts, playgrounds, and summer concerts under the stars.
• Eagle Rock Reservation: Hiking trails with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline—especially magical at sunset.
• Mountainside Park: Tucked-away trails, fields, and quiet corners for wandering. The inspiring Presby Iris Gardens draws lots of attention each Spring.
• Mills Reservation: More trails and fabulous views of our favorite city
• Van Vleck House & Gardens: Once a grand private estate, the Van Vleck House & Gardens is now a public gem—offering Montclair beauty, history, and community on the former 12-acre grounds of a Brooklyn-born visionary.
• The Hawk Watch: Montclair’s Hawk Watch is actually the first official suburban hawk watch in the United States, established in 1959. A fantastic lookout spot for observing migrating birds of prey as they ride the thermals south each fall. Think hawks, falcons, kestrels, eagles—majestic, wild, and thrilling to see in flight.

For the Everyday Joys
• Stroll Watchung Plaza or Church Street: Window shop, people watch, grab a latte, or visit the indie bookstore or record shop.
• Farmer’s Markets & Pop-Ups: Montclair LOVES a local market—there’s fresh produce, handmade goods, and food trucks almost every week.
• Dine & Sip: From rooftop cocktails at The MC Hotel to cozy pub meals at Egans

MONTCLAIR
Can a town be all things to all people? Montclair comes astonishingly close. Just 13 miles from Manhattan, this vibrant community offers the cultural buzz of the city—without the burnout. More than a peaceful escape, Montclair is a place where energy and ease coexist beautifully.

It’s home to a nationally renowned art museum, a world-class jazz and film festival, and an indie film house. There are skating rinks, a soccer dome, manicured parks, and miles of wooded hiking trails. You’ll find stylish boutiques, beloved bookshops, a general store and more coffee shops than you’ll ever need. Everything you love—from yoga studios and juice bars to live music and gallery nights—is right here, walkable and welcoming.

Montclair’s magnet school system is nationally recognized, and its adult school rivals the programming of many small colleges. But beyond the accolades, this is a town of curious, engaged people who value creativity, learning, and—most of all—each other. We thrive on connection, and we make everyone feel like they belong.

Montclair is a big town with a small-town soul, a suburb with a city’s spark, and a home base that feels like a vacation—even on a Tuesday.