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Property Description
HANDYMAN SPECIAL!! In need of love and care! Welcome to this hidden gem 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath half-duplex with incredible potential! featuring a well sized living-room and dining section. The basement has tall ceilings and laundry hook up. This property is truly a diamond in the rough and with just a little TLC, it can become everything you've been dreaming of. The spacious layout features a driveway for easy parking and a yard space that offers plenty of room to relax or entertain. One of the standout features of this home is its low taxes, making it a fantastic option for budget-conscious buyers. Convenience is key with schools just a few steps away, and you'll find highways and public transportation nearby, perfect for commuters.With a little love and care, this property could be transformed into a warm and inviting home that suits your unique style and needs. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make it your own!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 493 S 12th St
General
- Sold For: $348,400
- Taxes: $5,385
- Status: Closed
- Type: Duplex
- Source: NJMLS
- MLS ID: 25013436
- Added to Site: 290 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Parking: None
Location
- Area: Newark
- County: ESSEX
Community
- Home Owners Assn.: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas, Radiators
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Duplex
- Description/Design: None
- Exterior Const.: Other
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Year Built: 1990s
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Description: Regular
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: None
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,385
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Private
- Flood Zone: None
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC (866) 201-6210, Ami Cruz (908) 312-5113
Sold by Redfin Corporation (609) 216-7035, Ashley Young
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Schools
Schools serving 493 S 12th St
School District:Newark City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
South Seventeenth Street Elementary School 619 South 17th Street, Newark, NJ 07103 | K-4 | 0.4 mi |
Thirteenth Avenue Elementary School 359 13th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 5-8 | 0.5 mi |
Speedway Academies 701 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 0.9 mi |
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School 66 Muhammad Ali Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108 | PK-8 | 1.2 mi |
Belmont-Runyon Elementary School 1 Belmont Runyon Way, Newark, NJ 07108 | K-8 | 1.4 mi |
Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School 428 Hawthorne Ave, Newark, NJ 07112 | K-6 | 1.4 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Newark, NJ 87 Richelieu Terrace, Newark, NJ 07106 | K-8 | 1.7 mi |
B.R.I.C.K. Peshine Academy 433 Peshine Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112 | K-8 | 1.7 mi |
Ivy Hill Elementary School 107 Ivy Street, Newark, NJ 07106 | PK-8 | 1.8 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 493 S 12th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/21/2025
Sold
$348,400
-0.46%
MLS
4/24/2025
Listed
$349,999
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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.
493 S 12th Street, Newark, NJ 07103 (MLS# 25013436) is a Duplex property that was sold at $348,400 on August 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 493 S 12th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Newark? You can browse all Newark real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

