221 Sussex Ave, Newark, NJ, 07103
About This Home
Exceptional mixed-use investment opportunity in Newark's thriving University Heights neighborhood! 221 Sussex Avenue features four residential units and one ground-floor commercial space, creating multiple income streams and strong cash-flow potential. Conveniently located near universities, downtown Newark, public transportation, major highways, and ongoing redevelopment projects, this property is positioned in one of the city's most desirable rental markets. Whether you're an experienced investor or looking to expand your portfolio, this property offers a combination of stable income, future appreciation potential, and long-term value. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-located mixed-use asset in a growing community. Also available is the neighboring property at 219 Sussex Avenue. Purchase one or both, as the seller prefers a package sale of these side-by-side properties for maximum investment potential.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Materials
- Roof: Flat
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Mixed Use
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
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $6,826 | $81,912 |
| Home Insurance * | $955 | $11,460 |
| Property Taxes | $2,362 | $28,344 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $10,336 | $124,032 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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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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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-27 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000 |
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