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Property Description
1st African Restaurant/Lounge has been in business for over 36 years and is the most popular in the City of Orange & centrally located. High income producing one perfect for investors. The sale Includes: liquor license, appliances & outdoor cafe with permit. Central air, DJ stand with dance area license for a club, Basement usage for storage. Parking for over 20 vehicles available.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 132 S Essex Ave
General
- Price: $799,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Business
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4034180
- Updated: 6/12/2026
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Business
- Name: 1st African Restaur
- Business Type: Retail
- Business Sub-Type: Retail
- Real Estate: No RE Available
Rental Information
- Lease Info: Seller Owns Building
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 2
Parking
- Garage Description: None
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: 280 W to Freeway Drive West and left onto South Essex Avenue. Central avenue to south Essex Avenue and right unto South Essex Avenue.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: See Remarks
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Private
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished-Partially, Unfinished
- Square Feet: 3,830
- Aprox. Leasable: 3,830 Sq. Ft.
Lot Features
- Frontage: 4 Way Interchange
- Driveway/Sidewalk: See Remarks
Financial Considerations
- Expenses: Owner
- Terms: Buyer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Sole Proprietorship
- Documents Avail.: No Documents Available
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: Contact Listing Agent
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Schools
Schools serving 132 S Essex Ave
School District:Orange City Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rosa Parks Elementary School 369 Main Street, City of Orange, NJ 07050 | PK-7 | 0.3 mi |
Orange Preparatory Academy 400 Central Ave, City of Orange, NJ 07050 | 8-9 | 0.3 mi |
Orange High School 400 Lincoln Ave, City of Orange, NJ 07050 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 132 S Essex Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/12/2026
Listed
$799,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 132 S Essex Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,019
8%
$397,500
—
2023
$14,815
8%
$397,500
—
2022
$13,777
-32%
$397,500
—
2021
$20,230
—
$397,500
14%
2021
$20,230
11%
$350,000
—
2018
$18,305
7%
$350,000
—
2017
$17,045
2%
$350,000
—
2016
$16,723
-5%
$350,000
-7%
2015
$17,560
-6%
$377,400
8%
2019
$18,602
46%
$350,000
-7%
2013
$12,753
—
$377,400
—
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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132 South Essex Avenue, Orange, NJ 07050 (MLS# 4034180) is a Business property. 132 South Essex Avenue is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on June 12, 2026. This property is listed by Polycarp Ubah from our Jersey City Office.Want to learn more about 132 South Essex Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Business real estate for sale in Orange? You can browse all Orange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


