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Property Description
Charming colonial style single family house in the heart of Newton. It is a recently renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom house. Brand new flooring throughout the first and second floor, quartz counter tops and cabinetry installed in the walk-in pantry and kitchen, new vanities and tub installed in the bathrooms, partially finished walk-out basement, and fully finished walk-up attic. Additional features include a recently paved driveway, second sink in the pantry, brand new microwave and stove, and washer/dryer hookup in the basement. Off the kitchen there are living room and dining room areas that have access to a cozy front porch. Located just a short walk to downtown Newton's shops, restaurants, and only minutes from the high school. This home offers comfort, convenience and charm.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5 Jefferson St
General
- Price: $429,999
- Taxes: $7,968 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 3999120
- Updated: 12/1/2025
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- 3rd Floor/Level 3: Attic
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, Porch
- Lower Level: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Gas, Microwave
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: 10 x 9, Second
- Bedroom 2: 12 x 12, Second
- Bedroom 3: 12 x 13, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 13 x 12, First
- Kitchen: Pantry, Separate Dining Area, 11 x 12, First
- Dining Room: 14 x 12, First
- Attic: 26 x 26
- Pantry: 5 x 7
Location
- County: Sussex
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: Radiators - Steam
- 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.: Finished-Partially, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size: 00000.047 AC.
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $308,000
- Land Assmt: $72,800
- Tax Amount: $7,968
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- APN: 2815-00008-0006-00002-0000-
- Block: 8.06
- Lot Number: 2
Listed by Michelle David Realty Group
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Schools
Schools serving 5 Jefferson St
School District:Newton Town School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Halsted Street Middle School 59 Halsted Street, Newton, NJ 07860 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Merriam Avenue Elementary School 81 Merriam Avenue, Newton, NJ 07860 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Newton High School 44 Ryerson Avenue, Newton, NJ 07860 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 5 Jefferson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/01/2025
Listed
$429,999
196.55%
MLS
8/06/2020
Sold
$145,000
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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 5 Jefferson St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,968
1%
$308,000
77%
2022
$7,860
—
$174,200
—
2021
$7,825
2%
$174,200
—
2020
$7,705
3%
$174,200
—
2019
$7,466
1%
$174,200
—
2018
$7,426
1%
$174,200
—
2017
$7,383
2%
$174,200
—
2016
$7,264
3%
$174,200
—
2015
$7,073
11%
$174,200
—
2013
$6,397
—
$174,200
—
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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5 Jefferson St, Newton, NJ 07860 (MLS# 3999120) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 5 Jefferson St is currently listed for $429,999 and was received on December 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 5 Jefferson St? 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.

