741 Highland Ave
Newark City, NJ 07104

$599,999

Beds: 4
Baths: 1 | 1
Sq. Ft.: N/A
Type: House
Listing #4012438
Opportunities like this rarely hit the market in the prestigious Forest Hill, Newark section of Newark, New Jersey. Introducing this SPACIOUS 4BR / 1.5BA single-family home! A RARE opportunity to own in one of Newark?s most desirable neighborhoods at a discount, with clear upside for investors or savvy buyers looking to add value. The home is in good overall condition but ready for cosmetic updates, making it an ideal candidate for a value-add renovation strategy. Whether you're planning to modernize and hold, or renovate and reposition the property, the opportunity to build equity through improvements is clear. The property offers off-street parking which is absolute GOLD in this part of Newark, adding significant everyday convenience and long-term resale appeal. With continued demand for housing in Newark and limited inventory in Forest Hill, Newark, this property presents a rare chance to secure a foothold in a historic neighborhood while creating immediate value through renovation. Smart investors know the strategy: Buy right. Renovate smart. Refinance into equity. The real here question is, who?s going to recognize the potential first? This property will be sold AS-IS.
Property Features
Location Information
County: Essex
Community Living: No
Latitude: 40.78209
Longitude: -74.16676
Directions: Verona Ave to Highland Ave
Interior Features
Total Rooms: 9
1/2 Baths: 1
Kitchen Description: Eat-In Kitchen
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Description: Living Room
Heating: Radiators - Steam
Heating Fuel: Gas-Natural
Cooling: None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Basement Description: Bilco-Style Door, Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
Style: Colonial
Siding: Aluminum Siding
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public Water
Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway: 1 Car Width, Off-Street Parking
Lot Size: 37.6X100
Lot Size in Acres: 0.09
Garage Description: Detached Garage
Additional Information
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Single Family
Year Built: 1897
Status: Active
Senior Community: No
Tax Amt / Rate / Rate Yr / Yr: 6522 / 3.999 / 2025 / 2025
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount: $6,522
Days On Market: 9


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Seller's Representative:
COOPER MCKELVEY REAL ESTATE CO.
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