Essex Homes with Fixer Upper Style

Essex Homes with Fixer Upper Style

Welcome to Essex County, New Jersey, a vibrant region that perfectly blends urban energy with suburban charm. Nestled in the heart of the Garden State, Essex County is home to Newark City, a dynamic city known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse communities, and thriving arts scene. With its close proximity to New York City, residents enjoy the convenience of city life while relishing the tranquil suburban atmosphere that Essex County offers.

If you’re on the hunt for a home that allows you to express your creativity and personal style, look no further than our selection of fixer-upper properties. These homes are more than just buildings; they are canvases waiting for your vision. Whether you’re an experienced renovator or a first-time buyer eager to dive into a project, Essex County’s fixer-upper homes provide an incredible opportunity to invest in your future while crafting the perfect living space tailored to your taste.

From charming historic houses with character to spacious family homes in need of some TLC, the options are plentiful. Imagine transforming a quaint bungalow into your dream retreat or revitalizing a classic colonial to reflect modern elegance. With the right renovations, these homes can increase in value and become a wonderful asset for years to come.

Living in Essex County means enjoying a rich tapestry of parks, restaurants, and entertainment options, all while being part of a welcoming community. So, if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and create something truly special, explore the fixer-upper opportunities in Newark City and discover the potential that awaits you in Essex County!

Newest Essex Homes with Fixer Upper Style

$489,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4041837 MLS
Exceptional opportunity to customize a nearly 4,000 sq. ft. Colonial with tremendous potential. Ideal for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream home, this spacious residence offers 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, a full basement, and a detached 2-car garage.Inside, you?ll find generously sized rooms, soaring ceilings, and a functional floor plan with an open, flowing layout. Major improvements have already been completed, including a new roof, new windows, updated framing where applicable, new plumbing, and new electrical systems, providing a solid foundation for the next owner to complete the home to their vision and style.With its impressive size, detached 2-car garage, and extensive updates already in place, this is a rare opportunity to add your finishing touches and unlock the property?s full potential.

860 S 13Th St, Newark City
$399,999
5 Beds ⋅ 2.2 Baths ⋅ 4040364 MLS
Exceptional value at $399,999! This spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bath Colonial is an outstanding opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. Featuring a full, partially finished basement, detached 2-car garage, and generously sized rooms, this property offers endless renovation potential. Low annual taxes of just $8,643 enhance its long-term affordability and investment appeal. Conveniently located near major highways, public transportation, shopping, schools, and parks. Sold strictly as-is. Seller will provide a conditional Certificate of Occupancy. Buyer is responsible for obtaining the permanent Certificate of Occupancy. Photos used are actual condition images taken 7/17/26

179 N Munn Ave, East Orange City
$599,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4038922 MLS
A unique opportunity in this highly sought-after Essex County community brings historic charm and lifestyle convenience together in this stunning Colonial home. Here is a chance to breathe new life into this historic property bulit in 1881, offering 1700 sq feet of living space perched on just over a third of an acre with a detached, oversized two-car garage or barn. An extra-wide driveway provides additional parking space. In the style of wood-framed farmhouse with a front porch, this home is awaiting a Renaissance that will retain and enhance the existing architectural details evident throughout, including original wide plank flooring, a large country kitchen with a wood-beamed ceiling, a wood-burning stove, vaulted ceilings on the top floor, and exquisite custom woodwork and trim details. This home is superbly located near highly rated West Essex Regional schools and a wide array of bus options to get to New York City or surrounding cities, with an average commute time of about thirty minutes. It is near one of the town's most unique features-the site where preserved dinosaur tracks were found and an outdoor sculpture park. Nearby Eagle Rock Ave is a central hub for dining and day-to-day shopping.

105 Harrison Ave, Roseland Boro
$340,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4038544 MLS
Investor's Special! Unlock the potential of this value-add opportunity at 129 Stone Street. This fixer-upper is ideal for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to renovate and customize a property with potentially positive upside. Property is being sold strictly As-Is. Property has a new roof installed in 2025. Buyers are strongly encouraged to perform their own due diligence, as the property may not qualify for certain financing programs. Buyer is responsible for obtaining all required municipal certificates, inspections, and certificates of occupancy (if applicable) necessary for closing.

129 Stone St, Newark City
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