72 James Street, Newark, NJ 07102
OFF MARKET

$748,000

Trulia Estimate
  • Studio

72 James Street, Newark, NJ 07102

University Heights
Est. Refi. Payment $5,339/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 7, 2024 for $705,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$748K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$36K (-4.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$51K (+7.3%)
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 +220% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$756K
August 2026$760K
July 2026$760K
June 2026$758K
May 2026$750K
April 2026$752K
March 2026$755K
February 2026$745K
January 2026$736K
2025
2024
2023
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
29 Victoria Ave, Newark, NJ
0.59
Multi-Family Home
$480,000
07/24/26
-
-
19 Norfolk St, Newark, NJ
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$523,560
12/12/25
-
-
35 Webster St, Newark, NJ
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$616,000
09/29/25
-
-
116 1St St, Harrison, NJ
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$785,000
09/10/26
-
-
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
-
-

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
46A James St #B, Newark, NJ 07102
0.05
$419,200
2
2
-
Off Market
24 Eagle St, Newark, NJ 07102
0.07
$359,500
3
1
-
Off Market
44A James St #A, Newark, NJ 07102
0.06
$406,200
3
1
-
Off Market
20 Eagle St, Newark, NJ 07102
0.07
$359,500
3
1
-
Off Market
22 Eagle St, Newark, NJ 07102
0.08
$397,700
3
2
-
Off Market
265 Ml King Boulevard, Newark, NJ 07103
0.09
$400,000
6
2
-
For Sale
265 Dr Martin Luther King J, Newark, NJ 07102
0.09
$400,000
6
2
-
For Sale
245 Dr Martin Luther King J #0, Newark, NJ 07102
0.09
$1,395,000
Studio
4
4,547
For Sale
283 Dr Martin Luther King J, Newark, NJ 07102
0.10
$700,000
8
3
-
For Sale
295 Dr Martin Luther King J, Newark, NJ 07103
0.11
$493,100
6
2
-
Off Market
295 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Newark, NJ 07102
0.11
$680,000
7
3
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School7 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1882

About this House

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. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $748,000, with a rent estimate of $2,874/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Courtney Hawkins, (908) 664-1500
Re/Max First Realty Ii
Bought with: Nicole Grignon-dowling
Source: GSMLS, MLS#3878968

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

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 7, 2024
Source: GSMLS #3878968
Sold
$705,000
Feb 23, 2024
Source: NJMLS #24001130
Pending
$705,000
Jan 11, 2024
Source: NJMLS #24001130
PendingToActive
$705,000
Jan 11, 2024
Source: GSMLS #3878968
Pending
$705,000
Dec 22, 2023
Source: GSMLS #3878968
Listed For Sale
$619,000

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

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 72 James Street

  • What is 72 James Street estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 72 James Street in Newark, NJ is $748,000.
  • What is the price history for 72 James Street?
    72 James Street in Newark, NJ last sold for $705,000 in March 2024.
  • 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.

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