If you are looking for a 7 Bdrm/3.1 bath Victorian house, close to Downtown South Orange, look no further. Bring your builders and investors as this home offers great potential. The home is in need of some TLC, with endless possibilities for a buyer who has a vision. The main floor features a living room, spacious dining room, family room, kitchen and laundry room which awaits your personal touch. The 2nd floor features 4 bedrooms, and two full bathrooms and a walk up finished attic with a further three beds and bath. The unfinished basement awaits renovation for a rec room, gym or office. This home comes with a spacious driveway, with a detached two car garage. With a bit of vision and effort, this property can become a true gem. Do not miss this opportunity to turn this project into your dream home. HOME IS BEING SOLD STRICTLY "AS IS"!! The home is close to Downtown South Orange and walking distance to the NJ Transit system with a quick Midtown Direct ride to Manhattan. Buyer is responsible for Certificate of Occupancy
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$849,000
279 Scotland Rd, South Orange Village Twp., NJ 07079
7beds
4,150sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.33 Acres Lot
$1,498,700 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached two car garageLaundry roomSpacious dining roomSpacious drivewayFamily room
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Listed by:
Doreen Hall 646-771-4146,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4035130
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Basement
- Features: SittngRm
Heating
- 2 Units, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 2 Units, Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Gas Cooktop, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Bedroom
- Basement: Yes,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Non-Functional, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,150
- Total interior livable area: 4,150 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: .325 AC
Details
- Parcel number: 1619011010000000310000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingle
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
Location
- Region: South Orange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,201,800
- Annual tax amount: $31,054
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,498,700
$1.32M - $1.71M
$5,893/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000$205/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4035130 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,055 +3% | $1,201,800 |
| 2024 | $30,153 +11.1% | $1,201,800 +55.2% |
| 2023 | $27,151 +3% | $774,200 |
| 2022 | $26,363 | $774,200 |
| 2021 | $26,363 +6.5% | $774,200 |
| 2020 | $24,759 +1.5% | $774,200 |
| 2019 | $24,387 | $774,200 |
| 2018 | $24,387 -7.5% | $774,200 |
| 2017 | $26,363 +2.4% | $774,200 +12.4% |
| 2016 | $25,750 +2.1% | $688,700 |
| 2015 | $25,213 +3% | $688,700 |
| 2014 | $24,476 +2.5% | $688,700 |
| 2013 | $23,870 +1.4% | $688,700 |
| 2012 | $23,534 +4% | $688,700 -20% |
| 2011 | $22,638 +3.8% | $861,100 |
| 2010 | $21,803 +3.6% | $861,100 |
| 2009 | $21,054 +22% | $861,100 |
| 2008 | $17,252 +5.5% | $861,100 +224.9% |
| 2007 | $16,351 | $265,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $265,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $265,000 |
| 2004 | $14,734 | $265,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $265,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $265,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $265,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07079
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMarshall Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10South Orange Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Columbia Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Marshall
- Middle: S Orange
- High: Columbia
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Jersey
- Essex County
- South Orange
- 07079
- 279 Scotland Rd
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