57 Goldsmith Ave, Newark City, NJ 07112

$399,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
Built in 1921

Welcome to 57 Goldsmith Avenue, a charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial nestled in Newark's historic Weequahic neighborhood. Listed on the city's historic registry, this home exudes timeless character and offers incredible potential. Step inside to find original wood floors hidden beneath the carpets, French doors, and a high mantle wood-burning fireplace adding elegance to the formal living room. Adjacent, a formal dining room awaits, perfect for hosting gatherings and creating lasting memories. The foyer and California/3-season rooms feature floor-to-ceiling jalousie windows, flooding the space with natural light. The first-floor bedroom or den, complete with easy access to a full bath, is perfect for multi-generational living. The kitchen features stainless steel countertops and appliances, ready to be restored to their full glory. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms boast double cedar closets, offering ample storage. The finished basement adds versatility for a recreation room, laundry area, and workshop, while the detached two-car garage and mudroom add practicality. While the home requires updates, it's an ideal candidate for a 203K or renovation loan, allowing you to bring your vision to life. With its historic charm, spacious layout, and unique details, this property offers the perfect opportunity to create the home of your dreams. Don't miss the chance to restore a piece of history!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
BarDry,Blinds,CODetect,CedrClst,FireExtg,CeilHigh,Shades,SmokeDet,TubOnly,TubShowr
Master Bedroom:
Dressing Room
Master Bath:
Stall Shower, Tub Only
Kitchen:
Eat-In Kitchen
Appliances:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Dining:
Formal Dining Room
Basement:
Bilco-Style Door, Crawl Space, Finished
Flooring:
Carpeting, Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum
A/C:
CeilFan,None,WindowAC
Heating:
1 Unit, Radiators - Steam, Gas-Natural
Fireplace:
Living Room, Wood Burning, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick, Stucco, Curbs, Patio, Sidewalk, Storm Window(s), Thermal Windows/Doors
Style:
Colonial
Parking:
Parking spaces: 4

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt Shingle

Location

County:
Essex

Lot

Driveway:
1 Car Width, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive
Zoning:
1614-03679-0000-00034-0000-

Utilities

Utilities:
Electric, Gas-Natural
Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Exclusions:
None

This listing courtesy of:
KELLER WILLIAMS METROPOLITAN

About Newark, NJ

Housing

Number of Units
118,077
Median Home Value
$265,182
Median Rent
$950

77.07% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.98% are vacant.

Commute

Car
57.07%
Public Transportation
23.37%
Walk to Work
5.03%
Work from Home
9.54%
Other
4.78%

The median travel time to work is 33 minutes.

People

Population
301,767
Median Age
34.80
Median Household Size
2.65

Education

High School
36.16%
Associate’s Degree
5.90%
Bachelor’s Degree
11.53%
Graduate Degree
4.80%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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