159 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
OFF MARKET

159 Sylvan Ave
Newark, NJ 07104

North Broadway
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 2,544 sqft

$384,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,670/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$384,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,670/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
2,544 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$385K
Since last month
Increased$6K (+1.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-2.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$389K
July 2026$383K
June 2026$403K
May 2026$400K
April 2026$395K
March 2026$380K
February 2026$368K
January 2026$375K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
19 Hornblower Ave, Belleville, NJ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$448,000
02/26/26
2
1
-
736-738 Lake St, Newark, NJ
0.77
Single-Family Home
$550,000
04/20/26
5
1
2,210
236 Mill St #3R, Belleville, NJ
0.16
Single-Family Home
$280,000
08/25/25
1
1
-
10 Bridge St, Belleville, NJ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$495,000
03/16/26
3
2
-
96-98 Beaumont Pl, Newark, NJ
0.59
Single-Family Home
$469,000
08/06/26
3
1.5
1,231
786-802 Summer Ave, Newark, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/29/25
2
1
-
786-802 Summer Ave #5B, Newark, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$262,500
01/09/26
2
1
-
8 Tiffany Blvd, Newark, NJ
0.22
Single-Family Home
$540,000
02/23/26
3
2
-
78 Cleveland St, Belleville, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$485,000
07/07/26
3
2
-
625-627 Highland Ave, Newark, NJ
0.61
Single-Family Home
$680,000
03/06/26
5
2.5
2,207

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
149 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.03
$696,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
143 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.04
$634,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
136 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.06
$439,900
2
2
-
For Sale
160 Mill St, Belleville, NJ 07109
0.06
$480,300
3
2
-
Off Market
171 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.03
$590,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
152 Mill St, Belleville, NJ 07109
0.07
$625,000
5
4
-
Recently Sold
406A Summer Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.06
$565,400
2
2
-
Off Market
183 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.07
$850,000
8
5
-
For Sale
185 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.07
$850,000
8
5
-
For Sale
154 Verona Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.11
$715,400
Studio
-
-
Off Market
134 Verona Ave, Newark, NJ 07104
0.13
$723,900
Studio
-
-
Off Market
128-130 VERONA AVE #2, Newark, NJ 07104
0.13
$617,100
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School7 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1909
Living Area
2,544 sqft
Price/Sqft
$151

About this House

Spacious 2bd (possible 3bd) apartment w/living room, eat in kitchen. Located in quite residential neighborhood. Close to transportation and park.
159 Sylvan Ave, Newark, NJ 07104 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,544 sqft single-family home in North Broadway, built in 1909. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2011 with an asking price of $1,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 15, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $384,700, with a rent estimate of $2,144/month.

Home Details for 159 Sylvan Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1909
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 15, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,000
Nov 18, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,000

Market trends in Newark

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$507K
$31.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.1%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
239
5MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

North Broadway
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What Locals Say about North Broadway

At least 239 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say car is needed

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say parking is easy

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 32 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Alaval
    "Pretty accessible, NJ TRANSIT STRAIGHT ROUTE TO MY JOB. Laundromat, supermarket, fast food and restaurants near. Corner stores and friendly neighbors "
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  • Trulia User
    "Like to family friends , good zone , I will be happy with my new apartment , am living near my job "
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  • Daniel V
    "It's a normal environment for children to grow up in. It is not as high maintenance as it would be in a gated community though. But it is a basic living environment "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood has great access to public transportation. Parking can be difficult at times on the main thoroughfares "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors are no friendly, very noisy Witt all there loud music. Also never pick up their dogs poop! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Decent schools in the neighborhood and plenty of stores and eateries. Parks and recreational areas for children "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a new dog park in branch brook park. Lots of owners don't pick up droppings on sidewalk/curb."
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  • Trulia User
    "it is very important to know where you live and if the area is good to live l like a silent area and a cleaning street "
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  • Adrian g.
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 6 years, I have never had a problem with any body. I worked and went to school. Very friendly people, you could tell that most people around that area work, because during day light, the streets were basically empty, no cars parked one the street until 6:30PM. "
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  • Trulia User
    "there is a dog park in branch brook park that is pretty fun. some dog owners dont pick up after their dogs. "
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  • C. S.
    "There is Lots of noise and people outside in the Warner months. Parking is hard to come by. Good food spots. "
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  • Nadia W.
    "Not the safest and most pleasant neighborhood to live in, especially as a pet owner who likes to go on long walks. I have lived here for 5 months now and plan to move soon. "
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  • Ada B. V.
    "If you like craziness mover around here. Noise all day long people around here don’t work, Hang in the corner-store all day long selling drugs"
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  • Camie1012
    "Decent place to get started good schools near by ..... people are friendly and kids play outside and summer is nice "
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  • Mstiffinique1
    "transportation is close. lots of stores. shopping. salons. barbers. police station. car lots. food. etc"
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  • Latinaj
    "Commuting is easy bus stop is at the corner and the highway is down the street if you drive. you can walk to the store, laundry, fast food, beauty salon, doctors, supermarkets. it's a very central location. parking is not so great. "
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  • Alnishawhite
    "Near branch brook park, close to shopping. Okay neighborhood beside street walkers at night. Parking can be a hassle at night when the church people comes. "
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  • Adriana R.
    "This neighborhood is not safe after dark. In the evening no parking. Your neighbors are nice and some are helpful."
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  • Wadetn
    "This isn’t the best neighborhood for raising children. There are drug abusers and women selling themselves on the street corners. The ability to find parking isn’t always easy and there is a lot of double parking happening in this area. "
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  • Adriana R.
    "there is nothing special about the neighborhood and the school cause no parking for residents, have make line for better parking"
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  • Emorales0470
    "overpriced rent slum landlords nosey neighbors overcrowded streets sidewalks need repairs lots of beggars too many fake handicap parking signs "
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  • Hennesisencarnacion
    "i’ve lived here for 21 years. i’ve seen the same faces for so many years. people who i’ve grown up with i still see around "
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  • Contactvbl
    "the beer is cheap and people love asking you for money at every intersection school at always crowded with double parked cars so it takes 2 hours just to pick up your kids "
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  • Contactvbl
    "pot holes alot of pot holes and people begging for change at every intersection cars are always double parked to pick up kids from school, bad drivers on the road then someone will steal your car at 3am the other day a pitbull chased me because the owner was outside drunk letting his dog run around "
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  • Wleandry
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 25 years. It was a quiet place to live at one point, the good thing about it is the convenience of supermarket, pharmacy and bus stop that is walking distance. "
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  • Twicec 8.
    "the schools are great. the area isn't too far. from the highway. the streets have too many potholes."
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  • Giancarlo E.
    "Neighbors of different backgrounds get together whenever there are cultural heritage celebrations or events."
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Sylvan Ave

  • What is 159 Sylvan Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Sylvan Ave in Newark, NJ is $384,700.
  • Is Newark a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newark is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newark?
    The median sale price in Newark is $507K. That is up $31.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the North Broadway neighborhood?
    Residents describe the North Broadway neighborhood in Newark, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in North Broadway, Newark.
  • How big is the lot at 159 Sylvan Ave?
    The lot at 159 Sylvan Ave in Newark, NJ is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).

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