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Property Description
Opportunity knocks! Here is a fantastic opportunity to own a charming and well-maintained 5-bedroom, 1-bathroom Colonial located in the highly sought-after heart of South Orange! This property boasts a desirable address on a peaceful, picturesque street, conveniently situated just a short distance from the vibrant Downtown South Orange area and the accessible NJ Transit Train station. With some loving care and attention, this home has the potential to become an absolute gem.The first floor of this lovely home offers a welcoming front porch, a spacious living room, a practical eat-in kitchen, a formal dining room, and a comfortable rear porch, perfect for relaxation. Ascend to the second floor, where you will find a full, updated bathroom and three comfortable bedrooms. The third floor features two additional bedrooms and a handy large hallway closet, providing ample space for guests or a home office.The home features a full, unfinished basement, offering a functional laundry area and ample storage space. Enjoy convenient driveway parking for one car. The property itself features a generously sized, level lot, measuring approximately 40x150 feet, complete with a shed conveniently located in the rear.This property is being sold "as-is." Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity " this charming home won't be on the market for long!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 324 Academy St
General
- Price: $689,999
- Taxes: $15,992 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4022928
- Updated: 4/24/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- 3rd Floor/Level 3: 2 Bedrooms
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Porch
- Lower Level: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Workshop
- Interior Features: Blinds, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Security System, Smoke Detector
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom 1: 13 x 13, Second
- Bedroom 2: 8 x 20, Second
- Bedroom 3: 12 x 12, Second
- Bedroom 4: 17 x 17, Third
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 15 x 25, First
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, 12 x 21, First
- Dining Room: 12 x 16, First
- Den: 12 x 13, First
- Bedroom: 12 x 15, Third
- Laundry Room: Basement
- Porch: First
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Metal Fence
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: None
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: South Orange Ave to Academy Street
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: All Underground
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Square Feet: 1,610
- Year Built: 1922
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size: .138 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $618,900
- Land Assmt: $317,000
- Tax Amount: $15,992
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Call L/A
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 1619-02204-0000-00047-0000-
- Block: 2204
- Lot Number: 47
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Schools
Schools serving 324 Academy St
School District:South Orange-Maplewood School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Clinton Elementary School, Maplewood, NJ 27 Berkshire Road, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
South Mountain Annex 444 West South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Delia Bolden Elementary School 518 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | 3-5 | 0.9 mi |
South Orange Middle School 70 North Ridgewood Road, South Orange, NJ 07079 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Maplewood Middle School 7 Burnet Street, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Columbia Senior High School 17 Parker Avenue, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Marshall Elementary School 262 Grove Road, South Orange, NJ 07079 | K-2 | 0.9 mi |
Tuscan Elementary School 25 Harvard Avenue, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | K-5 | 1.2 mi |
Seth Boyden Elementary School 274 Boyden Avenue, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | K-5 | 1.4 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 324 Academy St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/23/2026
Listed
$689,999
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 324 Academy St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$15,278
10%
$618,900
—
2023
$13,832
4%
$618,900
60%
2022
$13,329
4%
$387,200
—
2021
$12,857
8%
$387,200
—
2018
$11,947
3%
$387,200
—
2017
$11,645
-4%
$387,200
—
2019
$12,133
17%
$387,200
39%
2016
$10,384
2%
$277,800
—
2015
$10,137
3%
$277,800
—
2013
$9,873
—
$277,800
—
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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324 Academy St, South Orange, NJ 07079 (MLS# 4022928) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 324 Academy St is currently listed for $689,999 and was received on April 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 324 Academy St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Orange? You can browse all South Orange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

