257 Brighton Ave, East Orange, NJ, 07017
About This Home
Welcome to 257 Brighton Avenue, a charming and spacious four-bedroom, three-full-bath home that is completely move-in ready and waiting for its next owner. It includes a full basement that provides excellent storage or the potential for a workout area or recreation room, along with a detached one-car garage for added convenience. This home is completely move-in ready, making it an easy transition for anyone looking for a turnkey opportunity in a prime location. This property sits right on the borderline of Glen Ridge offering a quiet residential feel. It is an absolute commuter's dream, situated just a short walk from the Watsessing Avenue Station for a direct ride into NY Penn Station or Hoboken. You are also just minutes away from the Bay Street Station in Montclair, giving you plenty of flexibility for your daily travels.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Wood Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Partially Finished,Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiators - Steam,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1605008810000000110001
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 4,791 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 100
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width,Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,831 | $33,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $249 | $2,988 |
| Property Taxes | $980 | $11,760 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $4,253 | $51,036 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2022-06-01 | Sold | $457,000 |
| 2022-04-02 | Contingent | $400,000 |
| 2022-03-24 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
| 2005-12-28 | Sold | $300,000 |
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