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Property Description
Equity opportunity and a perfect candidate for a 203(k) loan! This Cape-style home offers a straightforward value-add renovation, needing primarily a new kitchen (contractor quote already available) Recently refreshed with a newly painted exterior for strong curb appeal, plus a newer roof and chimney to protect your investment during renovation. A white vinyl picket fence and paver walkway create a welcoming first impression. Inside, enjoy hardwood floors throughout, charming wainscoting in the living and dining rooms, and a cozy brick surround with a wood-burning stove in the living room, a huge value amid rising utility costs. The kitchen has been fully gutted, offering a true blank canvas to design a dream kitchen and build immediate equity upon completion. The updated bathroom includes a tub/shower combination, with an additional renovation quote available for buyers looking to further customize. Additional features include a one-car built-in garage and a huge rear deck (recently painted) with stairs leading to a fully fenced backyard. The walkout lower level is partially finished with a den or home office, laundry area, abundant storage, and direct access to both the garage and backyard. Central A/C, a Roth oil tank, public water, and public sewer. Conveniently located near shops, dining, and Sussex County Community College plus Newton residents have FREE full day preschool and town pool membership.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 105 Lake Ave
General
- Price: $300,000
- Taxes: $6,686 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4004692
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- 1st Floor/Level 1: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
- Street Level: Den, GarEnter, Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, See Remarks
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedroom 1: First
- Bedroom 2: First
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Kitchen: Country Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen, First
- Dining Room: First
- Den: Ground
- Laundry Room: Ground
- Storage Room: Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, FencVnyl
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
- Garage Description: Built-In Garage
Location
- County: Sussex
- Driving Directions: Swartswood Road to Lake Ave
School Information
- Elementary School: MERRIAM AV
- Middle School: HALSTED ST
- High School: NEWTON
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Oil Tank Above Ground - Inside
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas In Street
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Ranch, Cape Cod
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished-Partially, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size: 00000.287 AC.
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
- Lot Description: Open Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $262,100
- Land Assmt: $87,200
- Tax Amount: $6,686
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2815-00002-0002-00004-0000-
- Block: 2.02
- Lot Number: 4
Listed by Exp Realty, Llc
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Schools
Schools serving 105 Lake Ave
School District:Newton Town School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Halsted Street Middle School 59 Halsted Street, Newton, NJ 07860 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Merriam Avenue Elementary School 81 Merriam Avenue, Newton, NJ 07860 | PK-5 | 1.4 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 105 Lake Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/12/2026
Listed
$300,000
20%
MLS
4/21/2025
Sold
$250,000
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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 105 Lake Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,437
-6%
$262,100
7%
2023
$6,867
—
$245,200
60%
2022
$6,894
—
$152,800
—
2021
$6,864
2%
$152,800
—
2020
$6,758
3%
$152,800
—
2019
$6,549
1%
$152,800
—
2018
$6,514
1%
$152,800
—
2017
$6,476
2%
$152,800
—
2016
$6,372
3%
$152,800
—
2015
$6,204
6%
$152,800
—
2013
$5,860
—
$152,800
—
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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105 Lake Ave, Newton, NJ 07860 (MLS# 4004692) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 105 Lake Ave is currently listed for $300,000 and was received on January 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 105 Lake Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

