72 James Street, Newark, NJ 07102
OFF MARKET

72 James Street
Newark, NJ 07102

University Heights
  • Studio

$769,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,259/mo*
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$769,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,259/mo*
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Studio

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School7 High Schools
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Description

This multi-family home is located at 72 James Street, Newark, NJ. 72 James Street is in the University Heights neighborhood in Newark, NJ and in ZIP code 07102. This property has a lot size of 1742 sqft and was built in 1882.
72 James Street, Newark, NJ 07102 is a studio multi-family in University Heights, built in 1882. It last sold for the $705,000 asking price on Mar 7, 2024. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2020 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 12, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $769,200, with a rent estimate of $2,386/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 72 James Street

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1882
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $705,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: Newark City

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742.4 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 3878968Attribution Contact: 908-664-1500
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by Courtney Hawkins, (908) 664-1500
Re/Max First Realty Ii
Bought with: Nicole Grignon-dowling
Source: GSMLS, MLS#3878968

Price History for 72 James Street

DatePriceEventSource
03/07/2024$705,000Sold
GSMLS #3878968
02/23/2024$705,000PendingNJMLS #24001130
01/11/2024$705,000PendingToActiveNJMLS #24001130
01/11/2024$705,000PendingGSMLS #3878968
12/22/2023$619,000Listed For SaleGSMLS #3878968
03/12/2020$1,650ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/14/2020$1,650PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/13/2020$1,700Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/09/2008$500,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/18/2008$500,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/05/1997$135,000Sold
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Market trends in Newark

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$475K
$23.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.3%
1.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
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Available listings
233
8MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$10,733
Assessment$268,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 72 James Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
95 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ
0.69
Multi-Family Home
$630,000
08/27/25
-
-
19 Norfolk St, Newark, NJ
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$523,560
12/12/25
-
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35 Webster St, Newark, NJ
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$616,000
09/29/25
-
-
360 New St, Newark, NJ
0.68
Multi-Family Home
$645,000
06/18/26
-
-
76 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ
0.68
Multi-Family Home
$630,000
06/26/26
-
-
38 Norfolk St, Newark, NJ
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$975,000
10/14/25
-
-
148 4th Ave, Newark, NJ
0.87
Multi-Family Home
$698,000
11/07/25
-
-
25 Rowland St, Newark, NJ
0.71
Multi-Family Home
$485,000
03/27/26
-
-
71 Hartford St, Newark, NJ
0.71
Multi-Family Home
$780,000
11/25/25
-
-

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

University Heights
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What Locals Say about University Heights

At least 117 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say there's holiday spirit

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

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 21 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Salazya Clark
    "It’s Friendly and to Quiet and peaceful . But the area needs The garbage taking out and cut there grass"
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  • Christian Winbush
    "It’s a college area with college students and quiet area to live in for a family. I also love the schools for children at the Essex County College. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is diverse and vibrant and just teps away from the College District, The Newark Museum, NJPAC and a busy downtown."
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    "Honestly I don’t have any opinions on this subject!! I have a cat I fell as tho the neighborhood is peaceful and safe!!!"
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  • Javia M.
    "We have a lot of places to go and hang out at with friends and family, museums, great music and food . "
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  • Sakina H. C.
    "There’s a beautiful park right in front of my house. Shop rite is close by. Rutgers university hospital is very close which is also my husband’s work place. There’s a huge police building right next to the park. "
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  • Marino C.
    "The neighborhood looks out for each other it’s a very family oriented place to live and raise children"
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  • Imthenachoman
    "Love living here. Schools aren’t great but everything else is. Great connectivity. Safe. Friendly. Wonderful neighbors. "
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  • Mlj973
    "I work in NYC this area is great for commuters like me. There is access with in walking distance to the light rail, and 2 or 3 bus lines from both Newark Penn Station and Newark Broad Street. As well Uber isn’t costly from Newark Penn. "
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  • Ms. Star
    "Society Hill is the main community and their events are limited to homeowners and residents. I wouldn’t live anywhere else in this area but in Society Hill. The rent is high but it’s worth it. "
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  • Khari S.
    "I drive into Manhattan early morning, normally 35 minutes. Coming back is an hour and fifteen. I've tried public transit but I find it unrelieved and too expensive given the quality of several. "
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  • Delaneyhellman
    "There aren’t community events but there is a community pool and tennis courts. They offered free tennis lessons at some point "
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  • Imthenachoman
    "Folks are friendly and the streets inside the community are clean and well lit. the 24x7 patrolling security vehicles provide reassurance about safety and security within the community."
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  • Leny 0.
    "good neigbors, quite, look good, clean. secure, near transportación good tráfic, near stores, supermarket, bodegas "
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  • Narold A.
    "This home is super close and convenient to the city. We love living here. This a great place to live be we would recommend"
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  • Leny 0.
    "the friends good neighboors, is quiet and secure, the childrens can play outside and schools and daycare near to me"
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  • pennyhon
    "live for 6 yrs. finished dental school, totally safe. private patrol. swimming pool and clb house. release tension"
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