Flooded with natural light, the heart of this midcentury Colonial is an expansive, open-concept living space w/separate formal LR. The main level also features a versatile 1st fl bed & bath & a sunroom w/direct access to the backyard & 2 car garage w/EV charger. This could be your artist studio, office, mudroom or even greenhouse. Upstairs are 2 addl generous beds, incl a primary ensuite w/walk-in closet & bath. The landing area is currently used as a den, but could be a reading nook or office. The finished basement adds lots more living & storage space, w/ a huge rec rm, office, powder rm & laundry rm. Situated on an oversized lot, the property feels like a private sanctuary. There is space galore for vegetable gardening, playtime, hardscape designs, a firepit area & more.The neighborhood is extremely picturesque & tranquil, with tree-lined streets & a rustic vibe, while just minutes from extensive amenities. Enjoy the outdoors at S. Mountain & Eagle Rock Reservations (don't miss the best NYC view avail anywhere); Turtle Back Zoo, Codey ice skating arena, & the Waterfront. Montclair, Maplewood & S. Orange villages nearby add to a fabulous restaurant & shopping scene. Several convenient commuter options are available, incl a town jitney to Midtown Direct train stations. Modern finishes, functional design, & outdoor beauty make this property a rare find. If you haven't found the space you want in other towns, this property might be the value you have been seeking.
Under contract
$799,000
8-10 Lessing Rd, West Orange Twp., NJ 07052
3beds
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Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 31 days |
- 5,508 |
- 614 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karin Joseph Carson 973-783-7400,
Keller Williams - Nj Metro Group
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4023134
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 13 x 22
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower And Tub
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 308
- Dimensions: 14 x 22
Basement
- Features: Laundry, Office, Pantry, PowderRm, RecRoom, Storage, Utility
Heating
- 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Sunroom, Rec Room, Office
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove-Freestanding
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paver Block
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150 IRR
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1622001580005000180000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
- Water: Public, Water Charge Extra
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: St. Cloud
Location
- Region: West Orange
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $829,100
- Annual tax amount: $21,780
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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$5,264/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000 |
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| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+49.3% |
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| 1/19/2017 | Sold | $535,000-9.2% |
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| 6/28/2016 | Listing removed | $3,800+8.6% |
Source: Weichert Realtors #3315535 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2016 | Price change | $589,000-1.7% |
Source: Weichert Realtors #3301066 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $599,000-4.2% |
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| 6/25/2015 | Listing removed | $625,000 |
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| 6/4/2015 | Price change | $625,000-2.2% |
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| 4/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $639,000-2.4% |
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| 6/12/2013 | Listing removed | $3,500 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Summit Office #3042589 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2013 | Listed for rent | $3,500 |
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| 12/21/2007 | Sold | $655,000+0.9% |
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| 11/12/2007 | Listed for sale | $649,000-7.2% |
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| 1/19/2006 | Sold | $699,000+171.5% |
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| 2/1/1999 | Sold | $257,500 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,780 +3% | $829,100 +83.6% |
| 2024 | $21,153 +5.6% | $451,600 |
| 2023 | $20,037 +1.9% | $451,600 |
| 2022 | $19,663 +1.6% | $451,600 |
| 2021 | $19,347 +3% | $451,600 |
| 2020 | $18,791 +3% | $451,600 |
| 2019 | $18,236 | $451,600 |
| 2018 | $18,236 +3.8% | $451,600 |
| 2017 | $17,567 +1.9% | $451,600 |
| 2016 | $17,238 +2% | $451,600 |
| 2015 | $16,899 +2.6% | $451,600 |
| 2014 | $16,474 +2.9% | $451,600 |
| 2013 | $16,005 +3.2% | $451,600 +1.4% |
| 2012 | $15,508 -10% | $445,500 |
| 2011 | $17,228 | $445,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Saint Cloud
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10St. Cloud Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10West Orange High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St Cloud
- Middle: Roosevelt
- High: W Orange
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- New Jersey
- Essex County
- West Orange
- 07052
- Saint Cloud
- 8-10 Lessing Rd
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