Welcome to Rutherford! This darling Cape Cod located in the sought-after borough of Rutherford, just minutes from downtown, restaurants, parks, and NYC transportation, offers the perfect balance of suburban living with city access. This home features a bright and inviting layout designed for everyday comfort. Step inside to find a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry, ideal for both daily living and entertaining. A sunroom adds additional living space, perfect for a home office, reading nook, or morning coffee. The finished basement expands your living space with a recreation room and a bonus flex room; ideal for a gym, playroom, or additional workspace. The home offers well-sized bedrooms and two full baths, along with an attached garage for added convenience. Enjoy a truly massive backyard with a patio perfect for entertaining, gardening, or creating your own outdoor oasis. A wonderful opportunity to own in Rutherford, NJ real estate, known for its charm, walkability, and commuter-friendly location.
Under contract
$728,000
243 Donaldson Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070
3beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in ----
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious kitchenAttached garageBonus flex roomWell-sized bedroomsAmple cabinetryStainless steel appliancesBright and inviting layout
- 67 days |
- 115 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jessica Davidson 201-691-5677,
The Agency Rutherford Realty Inc.
Source: NJMLS,MLS#: 26011967
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Radiators
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Attached, Gar Opener
Features
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Features: Regular
Details
- Parcel number: 5600004000000020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
Location
- Region: Rutherford
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $410,500
- Annual tax amount: $13,136
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Private
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $728,000 |
Source:  NJMLS #26011967 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $728,000+120.6% |
Source: NJMLS #26011967 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2012 | Sold | $330,000-1.5% |
Source:  GSMLS #2925751 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2012 | Listed for sale | $335,000 |
Source: Park-Haven Real Estate Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,812 | $410,500 |
| 2024 | $12,812 +2.6% | $410,500 |
| 2023 | $12,487 +1.9% | $410,500 |
| 2022 | $12,249 +1.9% | $410,500 |
| 2021 | $12,024 +6.9% | $410,500 |
| 2020 | $11,244 +34.6% | $410,500 |
| 2019 | $8,355 | $410,500 |
| 2018 | $8,355 -21.8% | $410,500 |
| 2017 | $10,689 +2.8% | $410,500 |
| 2016 | $10,398 +3.2% | $410,500 |
| 2015 | $10,074 +3% | $410,500 |
| 2014 | $9,778 +5.1% | $410,500 |
| 2013 | $9,306 | $410,500 |
| 2012 | $9,306 +2.5% | $410,500 |
| 2011 | $9,080 +5% | $410,500 |
| 2010 | $8,649 +3.2% | $410,500 |
| 2009 | $8,378 | $410,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $410,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $410,500 +114.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $191,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $191,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $191,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $191,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $191,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Union SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- New Jersey
- Bergen County
- Rutherford
- 07070
- 243 Donaldson Ave
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