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Property Description
Welcome to 161 Milford Ave, a beautiful single-family home offering the perfect blend of modern finishes, generous living space, and commuter convenience! Offering 6 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this move-in ready residence provides plenty of room for a variety of living arrangements in today's evolving lifestyle needs. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully laid out interior with hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious living room, and an inviting dining area ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Nicely sized bedrooms are distributed across multiple levels, offering flexibility and privacy throughout the home. An enclosed front porch provides additional living space and a welcoming place to relax year-round! Outside, you'll appreciate the convenience of off-street parking, along with a generously sized front yard and expansive backyard offering endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment, gatherings, or future enhancements. Commuters will love the location! Easy access to I-78, the Garden State Parkway, Routes 1 & 9, and the NJ Turnpike. Conveniently situated 15m from Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark Penn Station, downtown Newark, and offering a manageable commute to New York City, this location makes traveling throughout the tri-state region a breeze. Property being sold strictly AS-IS. Property is currently in move-in ready condition, presenting an excellent opportunity for owner-occupants and buyers seeking space, value, and convenience!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 161 Milford Ave
General
- Price: $549,999
- Taxes: $5,798 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4036070
- Updated: 6/22/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Appliances: Microwave, Gas Range and Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
- Bedroom 1: First
- Bedroom 2: Second
- Bedroom 3: Second
- Bedroom 4: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Kitchen: Not Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area, First
- Dining Room: First
- Bedroom: Second
- Bedroom: Third
- Bedroom: Third
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: W Bigelow Ave to Milford Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: No Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1907
- Remodeled/Updated: 2017
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size: 40 x 132.1
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $145,000
- Land Assmt: $25,900
- Tax Amount: $5,798
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- APN: 1614-02699-0000-00005-0000-
- Block: 2699
- Lot Number: 5
Listed by Cooper McKelvey Real Estate Co.
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Schools
Schools serving 161 Milford Ave
School District:Newark City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Belmont-Runyon Elementary School 1 Belmont Runyon Way, Newark, NJ 07108 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
B.R.I.C.K. Peshine Academy 433 Peshine Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112 | K-8 | 0.7 mi |
Cleveland Elementary School 388 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103 | K-6 | 1 mi |
Malcolm X Shabazz High School 80 Johnson Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Central High School, Newark, NJ 250 18th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Weequahic High School 279 Chancellor Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Oliver Street Elementary School 86 Oliver Street, Newark, NJ 07105 | PK-8 | 1.3 mi |
Camden Street Elementary School 281 Camden Street, Newark, NJ 07103 | PK-8 | 1.3 mi |
Lafayette Street Elementary School 205 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ 07105 | K-8 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 161 Milford Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/22/2026
Listed
$549,999
1122.22%
MLS
9/26/2016
Sold
$45,000
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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 161 Milford Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,514
2%
$145,000
—
2022
$5,417
—
$145,000
—
2021
$5,414
-2%
$145,000
—
2020
$5,510
1%
$145,000
—
2019
$5,453
2%
$145,000
—
2018
$5,355
4%
$145,000
—
2017
$5,162
3%
$145,000
—
2016
$4,988
4%
$145,000
—
2015
$4,798
12%
$145,000
—
2013
$4,282
—
$145,000
—
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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161 Milford Ave, Newark, NJ 07108 (MLS# 4036070) is a Single Family property with 7 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 161 Milford Ave is currently listed for $549,999 and was received on June 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 161 Milford Ave? 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.

