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Property Description
Welcome to 197 5th Street! This spacious two-family home offers an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors. Each unit features three bedrooms, comfortable living space and an eat-in kitchen. One unit offers wood flooring, while the other features luxury vinyl and carpet . The property also includes an attached garage, private driveway and backyard. valuable features for city living. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, public transportation and major highways, with easy access to downtown Newark and New York City. Don't miss the opportunity to own this versatile six-bedroom, two family Property!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 197 N 5th St
General
- Price: $649,900
- Taxes: $7,186 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4054183
- Updated: 9/26/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: google
School Information
- Elementary School: E A FLAGG
- Middle School: E A FLAGG
- High School: BARRINGER
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 2 Units, Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: 2 Units
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Gas In Street
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 2-Two Story, Under/Over
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 2001
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Unit Description: Kitchen, Living/Dining Room
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 3
Unit 2
- Unit Description: Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Dimensions: 24 x 100
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Concrete, Driveway-Exclusive
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $161,200
- Land Assmt: $18,500
- Tax Amount: $7,186
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures: Yes
- Block: 1915
- Lot Number: 65
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Schools
Schools serving 197 N 5th St
School District:Newark City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dr. E. Alma Flagg Elementary School 150 Third St, Newark, NJ 07104 | K-4 | 0.1 mi |
First Avenue Elementary School 214 1st Avenue, Newark, NJ 07107 | 5-8 | 0.9 mi |
Thirteenth Avenue Elementary School 359 13th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 5-8 | 1 mi |
Barringer High School 90 Parker Street, Newark, NJ 07104 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Technology High School 223 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07102 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
West Side High School 403 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Rafael Hernandez Elementary School 345 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104 | PK-4 | 1.2 mi |
Camden Street Elementary School 281 Camden Street, Newark, NJ 07103 | PK-8 | 1.4 mi |
Speedway Academies 701 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 1.6 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 197 N 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/26/2026
Listed
$649,900
185.04%
MLS
10/19/2017
Sold
$228,000
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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 197 N 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,186
7%
$179,700
—
2022
$6,714
—
$179,700
—
2021
$6,710
33%
$179,700
—
2021
$5,059
-25%
$179,700
—
2019
$6,759
2%
$179,700
—
2018
$6,636
4%
$179,700
—
2017
$6,397
3%
$179,700
—
2016
$6,182
4%
$179,700
—
2015
$5,946
12%
$179,700
—
2013
$5,307
—
$179,700
—
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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197 N 5th St, Newark, NJ 07107 (MLS# 4054183) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 197 N 5th St is currently listed for $649,900 and was received on September 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 197 N 5th St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Newark? You can browse all Newark real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

