589 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Newark City, NJ 07102

$499,900

Beds: 6
Baths: 2
Sq. Ft.: 2,600
Type: House
Listing #3957639
Turn-of-the-century charm meets unlimited potential in this spacious 3-story Brownstone located in the heart of Newark. With over 2,500 sq ft, this 6-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home offers historic details like high ceilings, original plaster crown moldings, parquet floors, and wide-plank pine boards that speak to a bygone era. The property also features a large basement ready to be finished, offering additional living space, storage, or the potential for a rec room, studio, or office. Skyline views from the third floor and room for a private rear patio add to the unique appeal. Being sold as-is, this is a rare opportunity for a creative dreamer or first-time buyer to reimagine a true architectural gem. Located just steps from the iconic Krueger Mansion, this home is surrounded by a wave of development and revitalization. Enjoy being within a 20-min. walk to Whole Foods, NJPAC, Prudential Center, and Newark Penn Station. Own a piece of Newark's history and shape its next chapter.
Property Features
Location Information
County: Essex
Community Living: No
Latitude: 40.73351943740752
Longitude: -74.18131398734482
Subdivision: University Heights
Directions: Broad Street to Court Street to Dr. MLK Blvd.
Interior Features
Total Rooms: 9
Interior: CODetect, FireExtg, CeilHigh, Skylight, SmokeDet, SoakTub
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: See Remarks
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Description: Non-Functional
Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Gas-Natural
Cooling: None
Floors: Wood
Water Heater: Gas
Modified for physical disabilities: No
Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, See Remarks
Basement Description: Full, Walkout
Has Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
Style: See Remarks
Exterior: Curbs, Patio, Sidewalk
Siding: Brick
Roof: Flat
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public Water
Utilities: Gas-Natural
Has Garage: No
Garage Spaces: 0
Driveway: None
Parking Spaces: 0
Has a Pool: No
Lot Description: Irregular Lot
Lot Size: 18.7X100
Lot Size in Acres: 0.04
Zoning: residential
Additional Information
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Single Family
Year Built: 1895
Status: Active
Senior Community: No
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Tax Amt / Rate / Rate Yr / Yr: 5183 / 3.803 / 2024 / 2024
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Amount: $5,183


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Seller's Representative:
RE/MAX VILLA REALTORS
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