Brett McCarthy Realtor

05/27/2026

This is a rare rental with strong appeal for someone who needs privacy, space, discretion, and convenience close to the NYC metro area. The home offers a long private approach, skyline views, large living and entertaining spaces, en-suite bedrooms, balconies, and a setting that feels very private while still being close to Montclair, Rock Spring Golf Club, Eagle Rock Reservation, major highways, shopping, dining, and transportation.

Private Luxury Estate Rental West Orange, New Jersey · Essex County 50 Rock Spring Road An extraordinary estate-style rental privately set on nearly three acres in West Orange, NJ, with grand interiors, skyline views, indoor parking, and rare privacy just outside Manhattan. Designed for executive r...

05/23/2026

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/50-Rock-Spring-Rd-West-Orange-NJ-07052/38744693_zpid/?view=public

This is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, Single Family home. It is located at 50 Rock Spring Rd, West Orange, NJ.

05/23/2026

5 Do Not's When Getting Ready to Sell Your Home:

Converting your garage into living space
More square footage sounds appealing, but eliminating a garage can seriously hurt resale value. Parking is one of the first things buyers search for, and in many markets a converted garage can shrink your buyer pool significantly. The added space also typically does not appraise the same as true livable square footage.

Overdoing the landscaping
A heavily customized yard may look impressive, but many buyers see maintenance, upkeep, and added expense. Large water features, exotic plants, and elaborate landscaping can actually become a turnoff. Clean, attractive, and low-maintenance usually wins.

Installing a hot tub
Hot tubs are expensive to install and rarely add meaningful resale value. Many buyers immediately think about maintenance, utility costs, liability, and repairs. In most markets, a hot tub is more of a personal luxury than a true investment in the home.
Overspending on appliances in an average-priced neighborhood
Luxury appliances don’t always translate into higher value. A $10,000+ appliance package in a mid-range home often won’t appraise higher because appraisers base value on comparable sales nearby. Every neighborhood has a pricing ceiling.

Removing closets to make rooms larger
Opening up a room may look great, but removing a closet can create a major issue when selling. In many markets, bedrooms need proper closet space to legally count as bedrooms. Losing a bedroom classification can hurt value far more than the extra floor space helps.

Creating highly specific custom spaces
Wine cellars, cigar lounges, and elaborate home theaters may fit your lifestyle, but they appeal to a very limited group of buyers. The more specialized the space, the smaller the buyer pool — which can lead to longer market times and lower offers.

04/25/2026

This weekend is packed with two great opportunities 👇

🏡 124 Wheatsworth Rd, Hardyston
Luxury new construction open house
Saturday 11–2
Sunday 2–4

Come tour the featured model home and see what makes this Hardyston development such a great opportunity.

🏡 5 Geneva Trail, Hopatcong
Best Bidder Home Sale
Saturday 12–4
Sunday 12–4

Selling Saturday & Sunday — bid at 66% of market. Opening Bid only 190,000!!! A great chance for buyers, investors, or anyone looking for value in Hopatcong.

Stop by one or both this weekend. Questions before you come? Reach out anytime.

04/25/2026

We are hosting virtual tours throughout the coming weeks! If you are interested click the link and book a 1 on 1 time slot with me!

04/23/2026

https://www.compass.com/homedetails/350-S-Sparta-Ave-Unit-C6-Sparta-NJ-07871/278UP1_pid/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRXKV9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrUHg5dlJnUVZUbXhCUDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHp6hj5gIk2OM8encggfnWBxJbMelHzQeFEX6mze9fzvv_MmE2IWYOyQ0f5Kt_aem_Oyn88LQM8dGSfubVWRb8ig

350 S Sparta Ave, Unit C6, Sparta, NJ 07871 is a property listed available for rent at $1,800. This is a 1-bed, 1-bath property.

04/22/2026

04/19/2026

This 1200 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 35 Universal Ave, Iselin, NJ.

04/19/2026

This is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, Apartment home. It is located at 175 Chestnut St , Boonton, NJ.

04/19/2026

This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, Apartment home. It is located at 265 McBride Ave, Paterson, NJ.