Closed$350,000
TLC ≈ $3,872/mo
0 3 3,261 sqft
17 westcott Street, East Orange, NJ 07017
256 Dewitt Avenue, Belleville, NJ 07109
$499,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,596 sqft Built 19120 days on marketActive
About this home
Home Sweet Home! Beautiful 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Colonial with Partial Finished Basement in thriving Belleville could be the one for you! Well maintained inside and out with curb appeal and plenty of modern upgrades all through, move-in-ready and waiting for you. Step in to find a spacious interior with new laminate flooring and newer Andersen windows (2023) that bring in tons of natural light. The formal living room holds a cozy wood burning fireplace that is perfect for the season, along with French doors that open to a blissful, sun soaked sunroom. The elegant formal dining room makes dinner parties a breeze. The totally remodeled eat-in-kitchen will delight any home chef, offering SS appliances, gorgeous granite counters, ample new cabinetry, ceramic flooring, recessed lighting, and a delightful breakfast bar. A convenient 1/2 bath rounds out the main level of this gem. Head up the newly carpeted stairs (2026) to find all 3 generous bedrooms with new laminate flooring, along with the large, newly remodeled full bath. The partial finished basement is an added bonus, boasting a multi-use rec room, ample storage space, utility access, and a laundry room with new LG washer & dryer (2024). The peaceful, park-like backyard holds a patio and is completely fenced-in for your privacy and comfort. Addtl upgrades inc new vinyl siding (2024), and new Andersen storm/screen door (2025). All in a prime commuter location with easy access to major roads, the public transit bus line to NYC, Branch Brook Park Train to Newark Penn, shopping, dining, schools and more. Don't miss out! This is a Turn-Key MUST SEE!!
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 4% APR.
Your estimated payment
$4,178/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,850
- Utilities
- $520
- Transportation
- $151
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$2,263
Property tax + insurance$1,400
PMI / 2nd mortgage$187
Heating + cooling$98
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$151
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$822/mo
Purchase price
$499,000
Down payment
$24,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,050
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1912
Lot size
0.0765 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
—
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$10,654
MLS #
2706984R
County
Essex
At a glance
Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsDrapes-See RemarksShades-ExistingKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFlorida Room3 BedroomsAtticBath MainNoneOther Room(s)
Exterior
BarbecueOpen Porch(es)CurbsPatioDoor(s)-Storm/ScreenScreen/Storm WindowSidewalkFencing/WallYardInsulated Pane Windows
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
1 Car WidthAdditional ParkingAsphalt
Patio & porch
PorchPatio
Pool
None
Fireplace
Fireplace EquipmentFireplace ScreenWood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanPantryEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Spa
Bath
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Level, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 07109
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 33,445 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 2.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 9,910 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 16,269 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 17,175 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 8,724 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 12,731 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,471 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,997 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,185 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 12,764 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.17 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $52,657 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $60,272 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $23,090 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $44,290 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $49,539 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 75.73% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7109
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Listing information last refreshed 10/28/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX 1st ADVANTAGE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.