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Property Description
This stunning and spacious two-family home offers the perfect blend of classic charm, modern convenience, and excellent investment potential. Meticulously maintained, the property features two separate units plus valuable bonus living space, making it ideal for both Owner-occupants and investors alike. The first-floor unit includes two bedrooms, a den, living room, formal dining room, and kitchen, and offers forced hot air heating and central air conditioning. This unit can be enjoyed on its own or combined with the finished basement, which features a full bathroom and additional flexible space. The second-floor unit offers two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a kitchen, living room, and dining room. The third floor provides even more versatility with a kitchenette, one bedroom, and a full bathroom, along with a separate private entrance. Additional highlights include a finished basement with full bathroom, a detached garage, and a private yard. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and public transportation, this property delivers both everyday convenience and long-term value. A rare opportunity to own a versatile, income-producing property in a prime location don't miss it.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 288 William St
General
- Price: $699,000
- Taxes: $10,560 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4004759
- Updated: 1/17/2026
- Added to Site: 45 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: N Arlington to William St
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit, Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: 2 Units
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: All Underground
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 3-Three Story
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Metal Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1925
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 100
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $578,400
- Land Assmt: $67,700
- Tax Amount: $10,560
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Block: 270
- Lot Number: 31
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Schools
Schools serving 288 William St
School District:East Orange City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cicely Tyson Com Elementary School 45 North Arlington Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07017 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Althea Gibson E C E Acd 490 William Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | PK-K | 0.5 mi |
Wahlstrom Early Chld Academy 340 Prospect Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | PK-K | 0.9 mi |
Cicely Tyson Middle/High School 35 Winans Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 6-12 | 0.2 mi |
John L Costley Middle School 116 Hamilton Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Patrick F Healy Middle School 116 Hamilton Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
East Orange Campus High School 344 Prospect Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Sojourner Truth Middle School 116 Hamilton Street, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
East Orange STEM Academy 129 Renshaw Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07017 | 6-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 288 William St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/17/2026
Listed
$699,000
-2.24%
MLS
8/07/2024
Sold
$715,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 288 William St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$20,294
108%
$646,100
92%
2022
$9,770
-12%
$336,200
—
2021
$11,126
—
$336,200
67%
2021
$11,126
4%
$200,800
—
2018
$10,709
-1%
$200,800
—
2019
$10,843
4%
$200,800
—
2017
$10,409
2%
$200,800
—
2016
$10,247
3%
$200,800
—
2015
$9,996
1%
$200,800
—
2014
$9,855
—
$200,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 288 William St
288 William St, East Orange, NJ 07017 (MLS# 4004759) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 288 William St is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on January 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 288 William St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in East Orange? You can browse all East Orange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

