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Duplex with Separate Utilities
For Sale
$649,999

159 Church St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Vacant at closing, with two matching two-bedroom units and shared basement storage.

Property Size19,998 SF
Price / SF$32.50
Days on Market29

Property Features for 159 Church St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 19,998 SF
Property subtype Residential Income

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $14,085

Amenities

Natural Gas
Full, Partially Finished
2-Two Story

Building Details

Year Built 1894
Stories 2
Listing Agency: EXODUS REAL ESTATE
Listed By: SAMANTHA LAMPTEY
Source: Evrealestate
Added: Aug 3 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 2:32PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-family duplex contains two residential units, each arranged with 2 bedrooms, a living room, an eat-in kitchen, and a full bathroom. Separate utility systems support independent expense tracking, while the shared basement provides laundry facilities and additional storage. The property will be delivered vacant at closing, giving the next owner flexibility to renovate, occupy, or lease the units.

Located at 159 Church St in South Orange Village Township, the home is within walking distance of the South Orange train station and Village. Restaurants, retail, parks, recreation, and other local amenities are also nearby, with access to NYC transportation. The property is within a designated redevelopment zone and was built in 1894.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑family duplex with two residential units
  • Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, living room, eat‑in kitchen, and full bathroom
  • Separate utilities for the two units

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service Carpet & Flooring Store Catering Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Computer & Electronic Repair

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,315
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 07079, NJ

18,597
Population
6,131
Households
3
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
76%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
2.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,413
Density / Sq Mi
$184,769
Median Household Income
$75,829
Median Earnings
$2,067
Median Rent
$808,100
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 - Vacant at closing, with two matching two-bedroom units and shared basement storage.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 159 Church St South Orange, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $649,999.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑family duplex with two residential units; Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, living room, eat‑in kitchen, and full bathroom; Separate utilities for the two units
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