540 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050
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OFF MARKET

$403,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,228 sqft

540 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050

Est. Refi. Payment $2,899/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 24, 2022 for $272,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$404K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-2.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$132K (+48.3%)
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 +281% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$404K
August 2026$403K
July 2026$407K
June 2026$415K
May 2026$413K
April 2026$407K
March 2026$413K
February 2026$404K
January 2026$405K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
557 Valley St, Orange, NJ
0.27
Single-Family Home
$283,250
06/18/26
3
2.5
1,700
567 Morrow St, Orange, NJ
0.32
Single-Family Home
$490,000
07/21/26
3
2
1,122
548 Tremont Ave, Orange, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$440,000
03/14/26
3
2
-
522 Beach St, Orange, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$475,000
10/31/25
4
2
-
205 S Jefferson St, Orange, NJ
0.90
Single-Family Home
$285,000
09/17/25
2
2
1,000
656 Scotland Rd, Orange, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/17/26
4
2
-
557 Christopher St, Orange, NJ
0.21
Single-Family Home
$380,000
07/24/26
3
1
-
314 Carteret Ter, Orange, NJ
0.72
Single-Family Home
$670,000
06/18/26
3
2.5
1,602
549 Liberty St, Orange, NJ
0.30
Single-Family Home
$535,000
11/03/25
4
2
-
128 Rollinson St, West Orange, NJ
0.56
Single-Family Home
$580,000
07/22/26
3
3
-

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
663 Langdon St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.04
$473,700
3
2
-
Off Market
666 Langdon St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.04
$489,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market
565 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.05
$541,500
3
3
-
Off Market
546 Morris St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.04
$762,100
Studio
-
-
Off Market
548 Morris St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.05
$600,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
550 Beach St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.07
$475,900
Studio
-
-
Off Market
549 Beach St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.06
$425,000
3
2.5
-
For Sale
519 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.06
$520,000
7
3
3,176
Recently Sold
568 Beach St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.08
$440,100
3
2
-
Off Market
522 Beach St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.08
$475,000
4
2
-
For Sale
588 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.09
$576,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market
583 Beach St, Orange, NJ 07050
0.09
$567,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1905
1,228 sqft
$329/sqft
Garage

About this House

3 Bedroom Single Family Home with low taxes lots of parking & garage in need of some TLV updates and repairs. After repair value $320-350K+ depending on the scope of works & finishings. Great opportunity to own a home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Orange located s away from Garden State Parkway. Close to all modes of public transportation and minutes away from I-280 and Garden State Pkwy an easy commute to New York. Signed Buyers Hold Harless & release regarding covid required before to gain access. The buyer is responsible for all city inspections & zoning requirements. No offers under the list price will be entertained only direct buyers no wholesalers please
540 Chestnut St, Orange, NJ 07050 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,228 sqft single-family home built in 1905. It last sold for $272,000 on Oct 24, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $403,500, with a rent estimate of $2,672/month.

Home Details for 540 Chestnut St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant, Electric, GasHeating Fuel: Radiant
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2613 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2022
Source: GSMLS #3764521
Sold
$272,000
Sep 13, 2022
Source: RE/MAX International #3764521
Pending
$250,000
Sep 13, 2022
Source: GSMLS #3764521
Contingent
$250,000
May 25, 2022
Source: NJMLS #22005141
Pending
$250,000
Mar 18, 2022
Source: NJMLS #22005141
Contingent
$250,000

Market trends in Orange

Last updated August 2026
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Orange

At least 540 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say car is needed

  • 63 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say parking is easy

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kariema Moon
    "The school system is not good. "
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  • Brittany Washington
    "People walk their dogs all the time, pretty friendly neighbors. Some just don’t pick up after their dogs that’s all"
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  • danielle m
    "I have access to 5 train stations (2 within walking distance). So it’s great to get into the city in about 35 minutes from here. I also have access to I-280 and the Garden State (3 minutes and 8 minutes respectively). "
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  • Slomit Ortega
    "They would love the parks and enjoy talking to other people. The children are very nice and the street is very clean."
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  • Kevin Baron
    "There are many dog owners around the area many are respectful and in control of their dogs. The area has a large variety of breeds and sizes. "
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  • Christina Francois
    "the community seems very nice and easy and laid back. It has always been a very respectful area with not as much crime"
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  • Trulia User
    "commuting is not an issue. There's plenty of public transportation. Everything is ok but can be a little better. Tough neighborhood though. "
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  • Quiana R.
    "There are a lot of young families in this area and a lot of parks and elementary schools. The biggest park they do a lot of community events in ..mostly in the summertime."
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  • Hanahosley
    "I've lived here for 3 years. Very quiet and clean neighborhoods. streets are pretty decent. Lots of local shopping areas. Also great area for commuters."
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  • Jermain.brunson
    "Good Neighborhood with friendly people. always busy with traffic. Not the cleanest place. Overall wasn’t too bad living here "
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  • Wchontelle
    "Nothing to really think of. The neighborhood is full of dogs. Especially since there’s a park where you can walk your dog that’s not too big and not too small. "
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  • Michael P.
    "My area is safe. Never had any issues. The neighbors are friendly and everyone keep to themselves. Ive never had any issues "
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  • Rosalie W.
    "Many festivals in the summer. Cops are always on patrol. People mind their business. Lots of shops and stores and very close to shopping areas."
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  • Migdalia S.
    "I drive and I’m not ever stuck in traffic. I am close to every thing , and if I needed public transportation the stop is in front and very close to me. "
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  • Jsamon44
    "I’ve lived in Orange for over two years and love the proximity to downtown South Orange with its shops and cafes."
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  • Baffourvivian71@gmail.com
    "Nice neighborhood with good people but one thing is the transit are not regular. They have good surroundings "
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  • Roosevelt D.
    "4th July ,Christmas,President day this is my special holidays thanksgiving and martin luterking day black Friday tanks"
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  • Deleciabrown10
    "My most prominent issues have been with street parking .. very far and In between and the police are quick up give tickets "
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  • Yahyaa P.
    "Orange can be a very nice cozy town if the people here just stop being so dirty and the city maintains the streets and sidewalks I've been living here 10 years and, olcott St hasn't been repaved, Monte irvin park is always dirty and filled with geese droppings. sidewalks are filthy and overgrown with weeds."
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  • Tashimamcintosh
    "I see a lot of families going for walks. I would not walk at nights. I would buy a multiple family house in this area. "
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  • James W.
    "15min walk to the local stop at Mountain or a 5 min drive to the express to Manhattan at South orange. Typically a pleasant experience."
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  • Diannayj
    "It’s commuter friendly. Easy access to nyc and different parts of north jersey. It also has a diverse community with many places to eat. It’s nice combination of city and suburb. "
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  • Daniel G.
    "It’s a safe neighborhood is quite everything is close each other train station grocery super market shop liquor store "
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  • Devin R.
    "There’s not much that would pose a problem for a dog owner, some streets are more industrial than others, but generally it’s a nice area and continues to improve :) There are a ton of parks around and dogs too! ...some owners don’t pick up after their dogs..but I haven’t seen these particular people for a while so maybe they moved away. It’s the same as any other town...some people are respectful, some aren’t! 🤣"
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  • Seancornelllloyd
    "It’s relatively quiet and close to major highways (280, parkway). There’s local retail that serves a variety of needs."
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  • Romal R.
    "Good neighborhood especially if your trying to build wealth. resonable prices for housing. quiet at night busy during day atleast in my section. others might be quiet all the time. "
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  • Ivorybwise
    "There are special events in the spring and summer at Orange Park (because it’s a county park). They have sidewalk sales on Main Street a few times a year. "
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  • Hadjam s.
    "Perfect for transportation if you work in the city but not good for schools. Streets always dirty. People not respecting anything "
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  • Ivorybwise
    "I think dog owners will be fine, I think neighbors will be annoyed with how many dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs. I have a dog and a lot of dog owners in this area walk their dogs on streets they don’t live on without bags to clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Hadjam s.
    "I do not plan on staying here. It is always dirty, people don’t respect the environment. Some crossroads needs lights to able walkers to cross. People drive too fast. "
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  • Rei38141
    "the latin festival and Italian festival that we have every summer.they have food and entertainment along with carnival rides for the kids."
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  • Amber
    "It doesn’t make the community quite special, but it was the first time they had an event at a park that was just built on High Street. Where they had rides and games for the kids. It was pretty interesting, and even tho it rained, i believe the kids of the neighborhood really had an blast."
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  • danielle m.
    "It has historic homes and a centralized location. Orange is an up and coming vibrant neighborhood. The homes are less expansive than South Orange and West Orange however living in Seven Oaks, you get to enjoy the best of both. "
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Frequently asked questions about 540 Chestnut St

  • What is 540 Chestnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 540 Chestnut St in Orange, NJ is $403,500.
  • What is the price history for 540 Chestnut St?
    540 Chestnut St in Orange, NJ last sold for $272,000 in October 2022.
  • Is Orange a buyer's or seller's market?
    Orange is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Orange?
    Residents describe Orange, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Orange, NJ.
  • How big is the lot at 540 Chestnut St?
    The lot at 540 Chestnut St in Orange, NJ is about 0.06 acres (2,614 sq ft).
  • Does 540 Chestnut St have a garage?
    Yes, 540 Chestnut St in Orange, NJ has a garage.

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