An opportunity to own a piece of history in the Historic District of the Forest Hill neighborhood. This residence was built for Reverend William Hayes Ward where he resided from 1875 until 1914. Walk up the herringbone brick walkway and feel welcomed by the gorgeous brownstone facade. Greeted by a grand foyer with soaring high ceilings and custom woodwork this home has retained true authenticity. Architectural design can be felt in the living room with crown molding, custom shelving, custom coffered wall paneling & original brick fireplace. Have full focus in the home office, tucked away off of the foyer. Showcasing its true beauty are the hardwood floors where craftsmanship is noticeably the theme throughout this Historic landmark. Stately dining room with the centerpiece of the room being the brick fireplace and high ceilings. The kitchen, the heart of the home offers dueling countertops wonderful for hosting guests and a cozy breakfast nook with bench seating. This home offers a whopping total of 7 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Primary bedroom has an abundance of space, a primary bathroom with double vanity and a nursery attached. Located in the epicenter of convenience with Branch Brook Park steps away, direct NYC transportation, minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport, shopping, restaurants, arenas, entertainment centers and access to major highways.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
ROBERT W. VAN DER WENDE
BHHS VAN DER WENDE PROPERTIESBrokerage Phone: 973-214-5246Listed on: 10/30/2022
Co-Listed By
ALEXA M. BENAVENTE
BHHS VAN DER WENDE PROPERTIESBrokerage Phone: 973-214-5246
Last Buyer's Agent
ALEXA M. BENAVENTE
BHHS VAN DER WENDE PROPERTIESBrokerage Phone: 973-214-5246
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$13,950
Year Built
Built in 1875
Lot Details
0.29 Acre Lot
Wood Fence
Corner Lot
Parking
1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
Colonial Architecture
Stone Siding
Tile
Interior Spaces
Wood Burning Fireplace
Mud Room
Entrance Foyer
Living Room with Fireplace
Dining Room with Fireplace
3 Fireplaces
Breakfast Room
Formal Dining Room
Home Office
Recreation Room
Storage Room
Laundry Room
Utility Room
Partially Finished Basement
Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
Eat-In Kitchen
Gas Oven or Range
Dishwasher
Flooring
Wood
Wall to Wall Carpet
Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
7 Bedrooms
Primary bedroom located on second floor
En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Walk-In Closet
Powder Room
Bathtub with Shower
Home Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
Window Unit Cooling System
Radiator
Underground Utilities
Water Tap or Transfer Fee
Listing and Financial Details
Assessor Parcel Number 1614-00607-0000-00006-0000-
Tax Block *
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$13,950
Year Built
Built in 1875
Lot Details
0
Parking
1
Listing Details
Style: Colonial
Primary Style: Colonial
Subproperty Type: Single Family
Year Built: 1875
Year Built Description: Approximate
County Name: Essex
Street Number Display: 50
Directions: Mt Prospect to Abington
I D: 5187474
Modified: 2024-02-19
Number Images: 33
Section Subdiv Development: Forest Hill
First Name: ROBERT W.
First Name2: ALEXA M.
First Name3: ALEXA M.
First Name4: ROBERT W.
Last Name: VAN DER WENDE
Last Name2: BENAVENTE
Last Name3: BENAVENTE
Last Name4: VAN DER WENDE
Attribution Contact: 973-214-5246
Special Features: None
Property Sub Type: Detached
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpeting, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Description: Dining Room, Living Room, Non-Functional, Wood Burning
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Home Values in the Area
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value in this Area
Source: Public Records
Purchase History
Date
Buyer
Sale Price
Title Company
Simmons Terrell
$585,000
Simplicity Title
Gorecki Daniel
$415,000
Fortune Title Agency Inc
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
Date
Status
Borrower
Loan Amount
Open
Simmons Terrell
$692,700
Closed
Simmons Terrell
$670,000
Closed
Simmons Terrell
$555,750
Previous Owner
Gorecki Daniel
$380,036
Previous Owner
Rappaport Beverly A
$50,000
Previous Owner
Rappaport Beverly A
$200,000
Source: Public Records
Property History
Date
Event
Price
Change
Sq Ft Price
02/18/202302/18/23
Sold
$585,000
-16.3%
--
01/12/202301/12/23
Pending
--
--
--
11/21/202211/21/22
Price Changed
$699,000
-6.7%
--
10/30/202210/30/22
For Sale
$749,000
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--
Source: Garden State MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Source: Public Records
Tax History
Year
Tax Paid
Tax AssessmentTax Assessment
Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property.
This home is located at 50 Abington Ave Unit 54, Newark, NJ 07104 since 30 October 2022 and is currently estimated at $824,173. This property was built in 1875. 50 Abington Ave Unit 54 is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Rafael Hernandez School, Ridge Street Elementary School, and Elliott Street Elementary School.
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