Classic Cape Cod Charm in Rutherford. Built in 1957 and lovingly maintained by the same family for generations, this charming 4-bedroom, 2 full bath Cape Cod reflects years of pride in ownership and thoughtful care. Inside, the home features a bright and functional layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. Generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space provide comfort, flexibility, and storage. Spacious living areas create a warm and inviting atmosphere for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The unfinished basement offers endless potential for a recreation room, gym, theater space, workshop, or additional living area. Step outside to a backyard oasis with lovely mature plantings and peaceful outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located in the sought-after borough of Rutherford, this home offers easy access to major highways, NYC bus and train service, downtown restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, and community events. A rare opportunity to own a home cherished by one family for generations and ready for its next chapter.
Under contract
$715,000
287 Jackson Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070
4beds
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Single Family Residence
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$-- Zestimate®
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$-- HOA
What's special
Bright and functional layout
- 38 days |
- 894 |
- 70 |
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#: 26017138
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiators
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Attached
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck / Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: North, West
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Features: Regular
Details
- Parcel number: 5600005000000004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
- Security: Security
Location
- Region: Rutherford
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $396,400
- Annual tax amount: $12,685
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $715,000 |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $715,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,372 | $396,400 |
| 2024 | $12,372 +4.8% | $396,400 |
| 2023 | $11,808 +2% | $396,400 |
| 2022 | $11,579 +1.9% | $396,400 |
| 2021 | $11,361 +7.1% | $396,400 |
| 2020 | $10,607 +1.4% | $396,400 |
| 2019 | $10,456 | $396,400 |
| 2018 | $10,456 +3.8% | $396,400 |
| 2017 | $10,072 +2.9% | $396,400 |
| 2016 | $9,791 +3.3% | $396,400 |
| 2015 | $9,478 +3.1% | $396,400 |
| 2014 | $9,192 +5.2% | $396,400 |
| 2013 | $8,736 | $396,400 |
| 2012 | $8,736 +2.6% | $396,400 |
| 2011 | $8,518 +5.1% | $396,400 |
| 2010 | $8,102 +3.3% | $396,400 |
| 2009 | $7,841 | $396,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $396,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $396,400 +99.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $198,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $198,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $198,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $198,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $198,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Union SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- New Jersey
- Bergen County
- Rutherford
- 07070
- 287 Jackson Ave





