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Property Description
Attention Investors, Developers and Builders! 154 Colombia Ave is a Fire-damaged property in the heart of Lower Vailsburg with incredible redevelopment potential. Existing single-family layout offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Zoned R-2 '€" possible opportunity to build up to 2'€"3 units '€" buyer must confirm zoning, construction and approvals with the City of Newark. There is a shared driveway. The property requires extensive renovation or full rebuild and is priced accordingly. Great location near schools, shops, transit, parks, Seton Hall University and major highways. Strong rental demand and continued growth in the area make this an ideal value-add opportunity for investors, developers and builders. Sold strictly As-Is. Seller makes no warranties. Buyer responsible for CO/smoke cert, permits and due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 154 Columbia Ave
General
- Sold For: $240,000
- Taxes: $4,287
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NJMLS
- MLS ID: 25038359
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Full Dormer
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): 1 Fireplace
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Other Features: Close to Parks, Close to Transportation, Hdwd As In
Parking
- Parking: None
Location
- Area: Newark
- County: ESSEX
Community
- Home Owners Assn.: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas, Hot Air, Multi-Zone
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Description/Design: Full Dormer
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Year Built: 1900-1939
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Description: Regular
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: None
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,287
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Private
- Flood Zone: None
Listed and Sold by EXP Realty, LLC (866) 201-6210, Kelly Arthur (908) 723-4890
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Schools
Schools serving 154 Columbia Ave
School District:Newark City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Speedway Academies 701 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
South Seventeenth Street Elementary School 619 South 17th Street, Newark, NJ 07103 | K-4 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Newark, NJ 87 Richelieu Terrace, Newark, NJ 07106 | K-8 | 0.8 mi |
Ivy Hill Elementary School 107 Ivy Street, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 0.9 mi |
Thirteenth Avenue Elementary School 359 13th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 5-8 | 1.2 mi |
Mount Vernon Elementary School 142 Mount Vernon Place, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 1.3 mi |
Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School 428 Hawthorne Ave, Newark, NJ 07112 | K-6 | 1.5 mi |
Belmont-Runyon Elementary School 1 Belmont Runyon Way, Newark, NJ 07108 | K-8 | 1.9 mi |
George Washington Carver Elementary School 333 Clinton Place, Newark, NJ 07112 | PK-8 | 1.9 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 154 Columbia Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/24/2025
Sold
$240,000
20%
MLS
10/27/2025
Listed
$200,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
154 Columbia Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106 (MLS# 25038359) is a Single Family property that was sold at $240,000 on December 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 154 Columbia Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newark? You can browse all Newark real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

