197 Eastern Way, Rutherford, NJ 07070
OFF MARKET

197 Eastern Way
Rutherford, NJ 07070

  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,020 sqft

$573,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,755/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$573,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,755/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,020 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 197 Eastern Way.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Come and visit this elegantly renovated Duplex Colonial Style home and check-out the new modern eat-in kitchen with granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances. This 2 Bedroom home also features a main level spacious living room with original hardwood flooring as well as 2 very good sized bedrooms and a full bathroom on the 2nd floor. The beautifully finished basement boasts a large Family Room (now used as bedroom #3), a nicely appointed ½ bath, recessed lighting, tile flooring and a laundry room with sink. Gas Heating System was replaced in 2013 and the Electrical Service was updated as well. Finally, a third level storage attic, a backyard with NY Skyline views, a driveway that can accommodate at least 3 vehicles, and NYC transportation just a few minutes away, make this home the best opportunity in town.
197 Eastern Way, Rutherford, NJ 07070 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,020 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $375,000 on Dec 28, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $573,400, with a rent estimate of $3,002/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 197 Eastern Way

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticTypes of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Family Room, Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: BrickLawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940Year Updated: 2013
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2613 sqft

Price History for 197 Eastern Way

DatePriceEventSource
12/28/2018$375,000Sold
GSMLS #3511128
10/24/2018$367,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/02/2016$307,000Sold
N/A
08/18/2016$314,997PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/01/2016$314,997PendingAgent Provided
03/25/2016$315,997ListingRemovedN/A
03/15/2016$315,997Listed For SaleN/A
10/07/2008$230,000Sold
N/A
06/05/2008$259,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/11/2008$259,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/18/2008$274,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Rutherford

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
—
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
40
6MoM
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,979
Assessment$287,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 197 Eastern Way

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
59 Daniel Ave, Rutherford, NJ
0.60
Single-Family Home
$706,000
11/07/25
3
2
1,162
135 Wheaton Pl, Rutherford, NJ
0.59
Single-Family Home
$750,000
08/25/25
3
1.5
1,500
238 Mountain Way, Rutherford, NJ
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,530,000
11/05/25
4
2
1,511
47 Elycroft Pkwy, Rutherford, NJ
0.29
Single-Family Home
$615,000
05/29/26
3
2
-
739 5th Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ
0.66
Single-Family Home
$800,000
04/14/26
4
2
1,767
166 Summit Cross, Rutherford, NJ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$810,000
06/02/26
3
4
-
22 Sylvan St, Rutherford, NJ
0.47
Single-Family Home
$575,000
02/25/26
2
2
-
520 Rutherford Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ
0.65
Single-Family Home
$453,000
05/15/26
3
1
-
368 Riverside Ave, Rutherford, NJ
1.13
Single-Family Home
$555,000
09/24/25
3
1.5
1,222
262 Mountain Way, Rutherford, NJ
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
07/10/25
4
4
2,740

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 197 Eastern Way.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

What Locals Say about Rutherford

At least 239 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • chrismalone34
    "Best schools, great commute to nyc, great community "
    0
    Flag
  • joan Sr. javier
    "Good neighbors , clean, very good public service, Blue ribbon schools. Excelent district board of education "
    0
    Flag
  • Tsering Gurung Gurung
    "No 1 safe neighborhood easy to access major highways also good transportation to Manhattan only 20 minutes… clean quiet and beautiful in summer with alot tree "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here everyone is friendly and nice. The downtown area is great the shops and stores are cute. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "if going to NYC, Rutherford has an express bus and a train. The bus runs nearly 24 hrs (not 4 am to 5:30 am). You also have easy access to highways. Minutes to NJTP, Rt 3, Rt 17. NJTP exit 16W (or 16E a few minutes down Rt 3)."
    11
    Flag
  • Aleishka F.
    "It’s a safe area and clean. There are good schools in this neighborhood. Some places have near by markets. It all depends on where in the areas you live. "
    0
    Flag
  • Vandykjean16
    "School system is great, there are no bad or sketchy parts of Rutherford all are nice, the type of town where everyone knows and helps eachother, you can raise your kids and then your kids kids will grow up together"
    0
    Flag
  • Frank K.
    "The neighborhood is a mix of home owners and renters. It's a safe area. There are plenty of parks and recreation for kids. There are also numerous clubs and activities for all interests and ages. The library has plenty of services to take advantage of. "
    11
    Flag
  • Rick S.
    "Great schools, great town..moved here from Secaucus. Wish we had found Rutherford years ago. Would recommend Rutherford to anyone.."
    3
    Flag
  • Luis A.
    "This neighborhood is unique because it’s make me feel security, quiet but at the same time you can do what you want without exceeding the limits. I hope my kids can grow up here. I in love with Rutherford 💓"
    0
    Flag
  • Hutch H.
    "I drive to Brooklyn. 35 mins no traffic. Add an hour for traffic. There is always street parking here. "
    5
    Flag
  • Kirelos B.
    "Great neighborhood, school system, parks an green areas. Quite, clean and safe. Close to New York City. "
    3
    Flag
  • Michelle N. T.
    "quiet safe neighborhood great for dogs jogging kids etc close to everything and local farmers market"
    2
    Flag
  • Erich S.
    "everyone is friendly, great school system, mix of all ages, lots of puppies, easy to walk to train and busses, "
    2
    Flag
  • Erich S.
    "safe, family friendly, Great schools, great neighbors, walk to transparent, bus and train service excellent, quick commute to nyc, "
    2
    Flag
  • Lina V.
    "I live here for 12 years and I love it. It's the right amount of quiet. The neighbors all know each other and it's safe. "
    0
    Flag
  • Frank K.
    "Lots of dogs. Many well light walking paths. Neighbors are verying welcoming to dogs (as long as people clean up : -) "
    1
    Flag
  • Bemi U.
    "Community Concerts, Garage Sales, Farmer’s Market, and all of the great restaurants that are available in town."
    0
    Flag
  • Abhi4bubly
    "Great access of public transportations. You can get bus train or taxi very easily to go any near by shopping centers. "
    0
    Flag
  • Ronald J.
    "Most of the apartment don’t allow dogs :/. Also not a dog park in Rutherford. We need it ............"
    0
    Flag
  • Tatiana C.
    "Lots of parks, great friendly neighborhood to walk around. So many dog owners, lots of puppy playmates too!"
    0
    Flag
  • Genesis O.
    "Dogs are very welcome, dog loving community! Everyone keeps their dogs on leashes and clean up after their dogs."
    0
    Flag
  • Ronald J.
    "Great commute to live. Feeling so safe walking on the street. It’s clean, always parking and close to everything. "
    0
    Flag
  • Genesis O.
    "Safe environment, parks nearby for both children’s and dogs. Transportation availability is great for those who do not own vehicles. "
    0
    Flag
  • Markrisoli
    "I’m not a dog owner at the moment, but I see several dogs throughout the town. It’s very dog friendly."
    0
    Flag
  • Thomas L.
    "Great town to live for nyc work/life balance. Real sense of community and pride shown by residents. Small town feel but only about 8 miles from the big city make Rutherford a gem!"
    0
    Flag
  • Joel F.
    "Too many cars. Dogs get runed over all the time... it's dangerous for dogs. Must be leashed and supervised."
    3
    Flag
  • David A.
    "A small town feel with easy access to the big city, Rutherford is truly the promised land of north jersey. "
    0
    Flag
  • Rick S.
    "We recently moved here from Secaucus and wished we had moved here years ago. Everyone is friendly, the main street (Park Ave) is wonderful, schools are great, easy nd fast transportation to NYC.. what more can you ask for? "
    0
    Flag
  • Mina
    "Green areas, pet friendly places, the near by park doesn’t allow pets , must of the dogs owner pick up after their pets"
    0
    Flag
  • Temikm
    "it is a nice place to live in. family friendly, safe and tranquil . a place of trees to walk hand on hand with loved ones. a place of hope you breath in the air with confidence"
    0
    Flag
  • Thomas L.
    "Many dog walkers out and about. Many wide streets with fewer cars give lots of options. "
    0
    Flag
  • Getkushaldalal
    "It is borough of trees. The park is amazing where kids can play. Neighbors are amazing too. The events organized by town is really good. We are very good community."
    0
    Flag
  • Alejandro Rad
    "I’d been living here for 4 years. We have few friends and overall people are very friendly and Good Town"
    0
    Flag
  • Luis A.
    "I live here for almost 3 years and I will like to live here all my life because is a safety neighborhood I can walk with my dog at 12:00 pm and feel safety. The neighbors are friendly. Streets, roads and school amazing. "
    0
    Flag
  • Jean A. O.
    "Street vendors and flea market events by town hall. Town movie night during the summer months. Ethnic food vendors day during the summer. Parades and much more."
    1
    Flag
  • Nicole S.
    "Street fairs, farmers markets, holiday parties, many restaurants, etc. great, close knit town that comes together "
    2
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

18 pet-friendly rentals in Rutherford, NJ

Explore by feature - Garage

9 rentals with a garage in Rutherford, NJ

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

26 rentals with air conditioning in Rutherford, NJ

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

26 rentals with a washer/dryer in Rutherford, NJ

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

10 rentals with an outdoor space in Rutherford, NJ

Homes for sale near 197 Eastern Way

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 197 Eastern Way

Skip to last item
Skip to first item