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Duplex with Unfinished Basement
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$510,000

126 Chestnut St, East Orange, NJ 07018

MULTI_FAMILY - East Orange City, NJ

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Days on Market107

Property Features for 126 Chestnut St

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 2
Half bathrooms 1
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4
Parking 4
Directions google maps
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 10692

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Other (Heating), Steam
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1920
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 2
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: KEVIN SEAN COLLYMORE · License #305753
Added: Apr 27 Changed: Aug 3 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 10:06AM
MLS# 4023521

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-family duplex was built in 1920 and offers a flexible layout for owner-occupants or investors. The first-floor unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with hardwood flooring, and can be converted to a 3-bedroom layout. The second unit spans the 2nd and 3rd floors and is currently configured as 4 bedrooms and 1 bath plus an office, with potential to expand to a 5-bedroom unit.

A full unfinished basement adds additional expansion flexibility and includes an existing bathroom. Separate utilities are available for convenience between both sides of the property. Outside, the home offers a private backyard and an extended driveway providing off-street parking.

Additional building details include steam heating, public water, public sewer, and a shingle roof. The property is located at 126 Chestnut St in East Orange City, Essex County, NJ 07018-3008.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑family duplex with first‑floor 2BR and second‑unit spanning 2nd and 3rd floors
  • First‑floor 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with hardwood flooring; potential to convert to a 3‑bedroom layout
  • Second unit currently 4 bedrooms, 1 bath and 1 office; potential to expand to a 5‑bedroom unit

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Cafe & Coffee Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Butcher Real Estate Agency Tattoo & Piercing Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,789
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 07018, NJ

30,429
Population
13,107
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
1.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,899
Density / Sq Mi
$59,039
Median Household Income
$39,630
Median Earnings
$1,410
Median Rent
$314,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-family duplex with separate utilities, private backyard, and a full unfinished basement with an existing bathroom.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 126 Chestnut St East Orange, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $510,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑family duplex with first‑floor 2BR and second‑unit spanning 2nd and 3rd floors; First‑floor 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath with hardwood flooring; potential to convert to a 3‑bedroom layout; Second unit currently 4 bedrooms, 1 bath and 1 office; potential to expand to a 5‑bedroom unit
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