72 E Van Ness Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070
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72 E Van Ness Ave
Rutherford, NJ 07070

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,467 sqft

$787,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,204/mo*
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$787,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,204/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,467 sqft

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Description

Beautiful and well maintained colonial home on a quiet tree-lined street in Rutherford, NJ being sold by owner. Close to schools, bus and train to NYC, less then a 30 minute commute to mid-town Manhattan.

Original chestnut trim throughout house, hardwood floors, stained glass windows and pocket doors. This well-cared for original home has living room, formal dining room, 4 bedrooms all with high ceilings, 1 1/2 baths, lemonade porch and modern kitchen with custom-built cabinets. Eat-in kitchen has a sliding glass door opening to wooden deck overlooking the landscaped yard. New roof.

Unfinished basement and walk-up attic, attic has the possibility of finishing into a master suite.


This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
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Home Details for 72 E Van Ness Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckExterior: WoodLawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Price History for 72 E Van Ness Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/08/2021ListingRemovedN/A
11/19/2007$490,000Sold
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09/04/2007$527,000PriceChange
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05/16/2007$529,000Listed For SaleN/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,269
Assessment$393,100
Home facts updated by county records

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1,162
238 Mountain Way, Rutherford, NJ
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$1,530,000
11/05/25
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1,511
368 Riverside Ave, Rutherford, NJ
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$555,000
09/24/25
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1,222
739 5th Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ
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1,767
424 Rutherford Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ
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$570,000
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262 Mountain Way, Rutherford, NJ
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4
2,740
121 Woodland Ave, Rutherford, NJ
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$795,000
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3
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65 E Gouverneur Ave, Rutherford, NJ
0.28
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$755,000
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28 Kearney St, Lyndhurst, NJ
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$640,000
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What Locals Say about Rutherford

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  • 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

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    "Good neighbors , clean, very good public service, Blue ribbon schools. Excelent district board of education "
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    "I’ve lived here everyone is friendly and nice. The downtown area is great the shops and stores are cute. "
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    "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)."
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    "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. "
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    "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"
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  • 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. "
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  • Rick S.
    "Great schools, great town..moved here from Secaucus. Wish we had found Rutherford years ago. Would recommend Rutherford to anyone.."
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  • 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 💓"
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  • Hutch H.
    "I drive to Brooklyn. 35 mins no traffic. Add an hour for traffic. There is always street parking here. "
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  • Kirelos B.
    "Great neighborhood, school system, parks an green areas. Quite, clean and safe. Close to New York City. "
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  • Michelle N. T.
    "quiet safe neighborhood great for dogs jogging kids etc close to everything and local farmers market"
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  • Erich S.
    "everyone is friendly, great school system, mix of all ages, lots of puppies, easy to walk to train and busses, "
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  • Erich S.
    "safe, family friendly, Great schools, great neighbors, walk to transparent, bus and train service excellent, quick commute to nyc, "
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  • 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. "
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  • Frank K.
    "Lots of dogs. Many well light walking paths. Neighbors are verying welcoming to dogs (as long as people clean up : -) "
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  • Bemi U.
    "Community Concerts, Garage Sales, Farmer’s Market, and all of the great restaurants that are available in town."
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  • Abhi4bubly
    "Great access of public transportations. You can get bus train or taxi very easily to go any near by shopping centers. "
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  • Ronald J.
    "Most of the apartment don’t allow dogs :/. Also not a dog park in Rutherford. We need it ............"
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  • Tatiana C.
    "Lots of parks, great friendly neighborhood to walk around. So many dog owners, lots of puppy playmates too!"
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  • Genesis O.
    "Dogs are very welcome, dog loving community! Everyone keeps their dogs on leashes and clean up after their dogs."
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  • Ronald J.
    "Great commute to live. Feeling so safe walking on the street. It’s clean, always parking and close to everything. "
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  • Genesis O.
    "Safe environment, parks nearby for both children’s and dogs. Transportation availability is great for those who do not own vehicles. "
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  • Markrisoli
    "I’m not a dog owner at the moment, but I see several dogs throughout the town. It’s very dog friendly."
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  • 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!"
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  • Joel F.
    "Too many cars. Dogs get runed over all the time... it's dangerous for dogs. Must be leashed and supervised."
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  • David A.
    "A small town feel with easy access to the big city, Rutherford is truly the promised land of north jersey. "
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  • 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? "
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  • Mina
    "Green areas, pet friendly places, the near by park doesn’t allow pets , must of the dogs owner pick up after their pets"
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  • Thomas L.
    "Many dog walkers out and about. Many wide streets with fewer cars give lots of options. "
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    "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."
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    "I’d been living here for 4 years. We have few friends and overall people are very friendly and Good Town"
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  • 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. "
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  • Rose
    "Lived here all my life. It’s a safe neighborhood with a great sense of community. The downtown areas of Park Ave and Union Ave with shops and restaurants - are an asset to the community. We love BYOB of a dry town too. Allows us to frequent local eateries more often. We love to support local business."
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  • 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."
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  • Nicole S.
    "Street fairs, farmers markets, holiday parties, many restaurants, etc. great, close knit town that comes together "
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72 E Van Ness Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,467 sqft single-family home built in 1890. This property is not currently available for sale. 72 E Van Ness Ave was last sold on Nov 19, 2007 for $490,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 72 E Van Ness Ave is $787,700.