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Property Description
Located in Newark's sought-after Historic Forest Hill neighborhood, this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. The sun-filled first floor welcomes you with high ceilings, oversized windows, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, and a bright sunroom that offers additional living space.The spacious kitchen provides direct access to a private, fully fenced backyard, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor entertaining and summer gatherings.Upstairs, the oversized primary bedroom features generous closet space, while three additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, hobbies, or other lifestyle needs. The home also offers abundant storage, including a full basement, along with the everyday convenience of a main-floor washer and dryer. Throughout the home, you will appreciate the original fixtures and beautiful Tiffany-inspired light fixtures that enhance its historic charm.Ideally located just moments from Branch Brook Park, home to the nation's largest collection of cherry blossom trees, this residence also offers convenient access to the Branch Brook Park Light Rail Station, providing easy connections to Newark Penn Station. Enjoy Newark's vibrant downtown, including the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), Prudential Center, the Newark Museum of Art, shopping, dining, major highways, and Newark Liberty International Airport, with convenient access to New York City and beyond.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 585 Ridge St
General
- Price: $550,000
- Taxes: $7,042 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4039870
- Updated: 7/12/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- 3rd Floor/Level 3: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, OutEntrn, Pantry, Sunroom, Walkout
- Street Level: Storage Room, Utility Room
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Carpeting, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Pantry, Separate Dining Area
- Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, StrmDoor, StrmWind, ThrmlW&D, FencVnyl
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
Location
- County: Essex
- Subdivision: Forest Hill
- Driving Directions: Ridge Street between Elwood and Delavan
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: Radiators - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Available
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1917
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Lot Size: 43.9 x 100
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $176,100
- Land Assmt: $52,300
- Tax Amount: $7,042
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- APN: 1614-00715-0000-00046-0000-
- Block: 715
- Lot Number: 46
Listed by Exp Realty, Llc
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Schools
Schools serving 585 Ridge St
School District:Newark City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ridge Street Elementary School 735 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ 07104 | 5-8 | 0.4 mi |
Rafael Hernandez Elementary School 345 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104 | PK-4 | 0.8 mi |
First Avenue Elementary School 214 1st Avenue, Newark, NJ 07107 | 5-8 | 0.9 mi |
Technology High School 223 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07102 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Barringer High School 90 Parker Street, Newark, NJ 07104 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
West Side High School 403 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Thirteenth Avenue Elementary School 359 13th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 | 5-8 | 2.6 mi |
Lafayette Street Elementary School 205 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ 07105 | K-8 | 3 mi |
Camden Street Elementary School 281 Camden Street, Newark, NJ 07103 | PK-8 | 3 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 585 Ridge St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$550,000
163.79%
MLS
9/18/2015
Sold
$208,500
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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 585 Ridge St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,042
7%
$176,100
—
2022
$6,579
—
$176,100
—
2021
$6,576
33%
$176,100
—
2021
$4,957
-24%
$176,100
—
2018
$6,503
-2%
$176,100
—
2019
$6,623
6%
$176,100
—
2017
$6,269
3%
$176,100
—
2016
$6,058
4%
$176,100
—
2015
$5,827
12%
$176,100
—
2013
$5,200
—
$176,100
—
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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585 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104 (MLS# 4039870) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 585 Ridge St is currently listed for $550,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 585 Ridge St? 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.

