$380,000

256 Ellery Ave Newark City, NJ 07106

$4,513
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
0.07 acres
House

Property details

About 256 Ellery Ave

Unlock the potential of this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath corner property located in Newark's desirable Upper Vailsburg neighborhood ideal for savvy investors or first-time homebuyers ready to transform it into their dream home with a little TLC. Featuring a private driveway, garage, and generous layout, this home offers both comfort and investment value with Low Taxes!Conveniently situated near major highways, shopping centers, and beautiful parks. Enjoy easy access to Branch Brook Park, the Newark Museum of Art, Rutgers University, and more. Just 15"20 minutes to Newark International Airport (EWR) and Penn Station, making commuting and travel a breeze.This is your chance to create value in a vibrant and well-connected neighborhood. Schedule your showing today and explore the possibilities!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingOther
BasementYes
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1940
Parking1 Car Width, Detached Garage
MLS #3966462
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: 1 Car Width, Detached Garage
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $380,000
  • Directions: corner property , intersection of Ellery ave and Mt Vernon pl
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 0.07 Acres
  • MLS Number: 3966462
  • Office Name: REALTY OF AMERICA
  • Office Phone: (973) 949-0578

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256 Ellery Ave, Newark City, NJ 07106 - view of front of house featuring brick siding, a garage, an outbuilding, and driveway

$380,000

256 Ellery Ave

$4,513

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Nearby schools

2

Madison Avenue

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

173 Madison Ave

3

Burch Charter School of Excellence

Public Charter KG-5

0.8 mi

100 Linden Ave

3

Florence Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1324 Springfield Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,125. The majority of Newark City, NJ residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • TennisTennis
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
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Frequently asked questions

About 256 Ellery Ave

The listing price of 256 Ellery Ave property is $380,000.

The property 256 Ellery Ave is a house located in Newark City, New Jersey, 07106.

Active Listing: 256 Ellery Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 256 Ellery Ave are: Madison Avenue (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Burch Charter School of Excellence (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Florence Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ivy Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mt. Vernon Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Irvington High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Columbia High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

The property at 256 Ellery Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The year of construction for 256 Ellery Ave is 1940.

This home is located at 256 Ellery Ave in Newark City, NJ and zip code 07106 in the West Ward neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $380,000.

The number of listings in Newark City, NJ increased by 20.2% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 96 days, the median list price was $487,177.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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