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    277 Orange St, Newark, NJ 07103

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    $280,000

    Land parcel suitable for mixed-use development near transit.

    Type:Land or Vacant Lot
    Lot size:
    0.05 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    31
    Last Refresh:
    May 12 at 9:12 pm

    Property Features for 277 Orange St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.05 Acres
    Property subtype
    Land or Vacant Lot

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    Listing Contact
    DEAN CLARK

    Listing agent DEAN CLARK License #0681077

    Listing office EXP REALTY, LLC

    Listing date Apr 27, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Streamlined Development Potential: Benefit from Newark's 'Streamline Small Development' administrative changes.
    • Prime Transit‑Oriented Location: Just 5 blocks from the Orange Street Light Rail Station, providing a 5‑minute connection to Newark Penn Station.
    • High Rental Demand: Located in the University Heights neighborhood, close to NJIT, Rutgers‑Newark, and Essex County College.
    • Versatile 19' x 108' parcel on Orange Street, suitable for a mixed‑use building.
    • Proximity to Branch Brook Park: Located just 2 blocks from the iconic Branch Brook Park.
    • Favorable Variance Potential due to city support for 'Transit‑Oriented Development'.

    Overview

    Located in Newark's University Heights neighborhood, this 19' x 108' parcel is currently a paved parking lot. The property benefits from Newark’s recent "Streamline Small Development" administrative changes, which may allow for expedited approval of three-family dwellings and other small-scale projects on grandfathered undersized lots. Situated on Orange Street, a primary corridor, the property is suitable for a mixed-use building with ground-floor commercial space and high-density residential units. Although the 19-foot width prohibits a front-facing driveway, a developer might seek a parking requirement waiver or satisfy requirements via a rear alley configuration. The location is near the Orange Street Light Rail Station, providing access to Newark Penn Station, PATH trains, NJ Transit, and Amtrak. The property is positioned to capture rental demand from the neighboring University District, home to NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. The property is also located 2 blocks from Branch Brook Park. This property is an acquisition opportunity for development.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Central Ward Democratic ... Advocacy Group

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Restaurant Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Newark
    County
    Essex
    State
    New Jersey
    Longitude
    -74.1804795
    Latitude
    40.7488647

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Land parcel suitable for mixed-use development near transit.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 277 Orange St Newark, NJ.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $280,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Streamlined Development Potential: Benefit from Newark's 'Streamline Small Development' administrative changes.; Prime Transit‑Oriented Location: Just 5 blocks from the Orange Street Light Rail Station, providing a 5‑minute connection to Newark Penn Station.; High Rental Demand: Located in the University Heights neighborhood, close to NJIT, Rutgers‑Newark, and Essex County College.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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