279 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
OFF MARKET

$439,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths

279 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ 07103

West Side
Est. Refi. Payment $3,165/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 22, 2023 for $375,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$439K
Since last month
Decreased$13K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$1K (-0.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$52K (+13.7%)
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 +167% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$427K
August 2026$439K
July 2026$439K
June 2026$444K
May 2026$451K
April 2026$439K
March 2026$446K
February 2026$450K
January 2026$436K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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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
341 Hunterdon St, Newark, NJ
0.35
Single-Family Home
$365,000
07/16/26
3
2
-
150 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ
0.34
Single-Family Home
$491,000
12/31/25
4
2
2,600
551 15Th Ave, Newark, NJ
0.49
Single-Family Home
$440,000
09/11/26
3
2
-
293 14Th Ave, Newark, NJ
0.53
Single-Family Home
$420,000
10/01/25
3
2
-
83 Magnolia St, Newark, NJ
0.54
Single-Family Home
$264,900
09/30/25
3
2
-
254 S 10Th St, Newark, NJ
0.48
Single-Family Home
$315,000
10/17/25
2
2
-
432-5 S 16Th St, Newark, NJ
0.60
Single-Family Home
$375,000
10/16/25
2
2
-
441 S 9Th St, Newark, NJ
0.31
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/28/26
4
4
-
424 S 15Th St, Newark, NJ
0.55
Single-Family Home
$456,000
05/22/26
4
3
-
71 16Th Ave #104, Newark, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$365,000
04/21/26
3
2
-

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
264 Littleton Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103
0.04
$479,400
3
2.5
-
Off Market
266 Littleton Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
0.05
$701,500
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
273 Littleton Ave #2, Newark, NJ 07103
0.05
$716,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
272 Littleton Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
0.05
$563,000
6
2
-
For Sale
281 Littleton Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
0.06
$696,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
284 S 6th Street, Newark, NJ 07103
0.09
$3,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
260 S 6th St, Newark, NJ 07103
0.11
$703,000
9
3
-
Off Market
275-277 S 6Th St, Newark, NJ 07103
0.10
$848,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
272 S 6TH ST, Newark, NJ 07103
0.11
$529,500
6
3
-
Off Market
303 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
0.06
$446,700
3
2
-
Off Market
285 S 6Th St, Newark, NJ 07103
0.10
$775,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2003

About this House

This single-family home is located at 279 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ. 279 Fairmount Ave is in the West Side neighborhood in Newark, NJ and in ZIP code 07103. This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This property has a lot size of 2614 sqft and was built in 2003.
279 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ 07103 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home in West Side, built in 2003. It last sold for $375,000 on Dec 22, 2023 (4% above the $359,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $439,100, with a rent estimate of $2,647/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Allen D. Jones, (973) 378-8300
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Yuli M. Rodriguez, Exp Realty, LLC
Source: GSMLS, MLS#3862477

Home Details for 279 Fairmount Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $359,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newark City

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2613.6 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 3862477Attribution Contact: 973-378-8300

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 22, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3862477
Sold
$375,000
Nov 2, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3862477
Pending
$359,000
Oct 2, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3862477
PendingToActive
$359,000
Sep 22, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3862477
Pending
$359,000
Sep 5, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3862477
Listed For Sale
$359,000

Market trends in Newark

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$479K
$25.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.3%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
237
2MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

West Side
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What Locals Say about West Side

At least 411 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Christine Joy Ala
    "There’s a bua stop near where I live and we also own a car so it’s really easy to go around, nit that quite sure if you wanted to walk around at night. For me I don’t advise walking at night. "
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  • Kenya J.
    "From 1978 to 2001 the best childhood to adult experience. The apartments used to be 3 bedroom they shrunk them to charge more. "
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  • Jessica Chery
    "Avoid if you can. Not safe at all!!!! Very dirty. Cars being stolen. People getting robbed! Not safe at all "
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  • Trulia User
    "commuting in the area is pretty easy, great access to catch Nj transit, not not too far from Newark Penn station."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families and this neighborhood and it’s alway great to meet new people. And good to change environments where you can feel safe for both you and your children "
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  • Tonney M.
    "Good area and good people always happy to talk to you and give you lot of information about what going no"
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  • D P.
    "Dog droppings every where. Pple are not clean, the streets are dirty. U can get rob or shot. You car can be stolen or home broken into "
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  • Rosetta R.
    "What makes my neighborhood unique is that it's very family oriented. There is a corner store pretty much on every block."
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  • Diamondinaruffsmith
    "Needs a lot Of work. Buses packed traffic if driving . No little bus stations to hide under if you get caught in the rain especially if you have kids"
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  • Michael G.
    "lived here for 3 years, only good thing for me is the rent was cheap...too much noise, drugs..bad roads, lead water.."
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  • WestSide Neighbor
    "My neighborhood is accessible to shopping centers and public transportation. I been in my area over 30+ years and I love it. "
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  • Sharron C.
    "Sometimes a few schools and churches have community events for the family and a councilwoman has an annual block party on Littleton in the summer with lots of food and a bouncy house and stuff for the kids. "
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  • Eduard F. Diaz
    "That their owners are not really responsible for their doggie waste. The neighborhood looks like a landfill because of the abandoned houses and is still flooded with gangs however they are police officers in squad cars patrolling the neighborhoods. "
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  • Tristan P.
    "need to move soon this place in not safe someone tried to rob and shot at me on my own porch so im looking to move now"
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  • Sharron C.
    "Bus is right down the block either way about a 30 min walk to train 10 min walk to supermarkets, laundry, Home Depot, etc. "
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  • Blackhacker70
    "nice neighborhood has been changing over the years has potential new owners are coming in taking over old buildings and repairing them up to code"
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  • Neika428
    "Terrible neighborhood, people do not take care of their property or even right in front of it! The street cleaning people do a horrible job and some days when they’re supposed to come they don’t. People are rude & nosey and very inconsiderate"
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  • Latifahhuda
    " people in this community are very concerned about keeping crime down to a minimum but due to the lack of organization that keep kids off the streets kids seem to commit crimes for fun instead of doing something positive."
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  • andrea t.
    "A lot of stores and close to downtown Newark massive shopping centers around you schools and grocery stores "
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  • Desireeylove
    "Do NOT move here! This place is a crime-ridden, hot mess! Car jackings, armed robberies, shootings. You name it! "
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Frequently asked questions about 279 Fairmount Ave

  • What is 279 Fairmount Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 279 Fairmount Ave in Newark, NJ is $439,100.
  • What is the price history for 279 Fairmount Ave?
    279 Fairmount Ave in Newark, NJ last sold for $375,000 in December 2023.
  • 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 $479K. That is down $25.42K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 279 Fairmount Ave?
    The lot at 279 Fairmount Ave in Newark, NJ is about 0.06 acres (2,614 sq ft).

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