This charming colonial home is full of character and special design features, both inside and out. A true gem waiting for the right buyer to make it their own. The main level offers a living room with a slider leading out to a generous deck, a bright sunroom off the kitchen, and a formal dining room with beautiful built-in cabinetry. Upstairs, two bedrooms with good closet space are complemented by a versatile sitting area, perfect for a home office. Outside, this home sits gracefully on a hill, offering an upper deck and a private lower patio. The sloped lot presents a wonderful opportunity to create a stunning terraced yard. Imagine beautifully landscaped levels connecting the upper and lower outdoor spaces. One of the most distinctive features of this property is its unique two-street presence. The home is accessed from Lawrence Street while the detached garage sits on Montgomery Street below, a rare and convenient configuration that adds both character and practicality. The full basement with a walkout to the lower patio provides excellent storage, utility, and workspace potential. A private front yard and welcoming front porch complete the picture. Additional highlights include a brand new roof, giving the next owner peace of mind from day one. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for new flooring. The old carpet has already been removed to make it move-in ready for your vision. With one and a half bathrooms and an abundance of unique spaces, this is a very special home ideal for a buyer ready to create something truly wonderful.
Sold for $428,000
$428,000
78 Lawrence Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
2beds
1,197sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,998 Square Feet Lot
$475,300 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$3,324 Estimated rent
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Detached garageUnique two-street presenceBrand new roofPrivate front yardWelcoming front porchPrivate lower patioUpper deck
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CONNELL HUTKIN,
CENTURY 21 J.J. LAUFER 732-249-7717
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2700175R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Galley Type
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Living room
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 14 x 26
Basement
- Area: 433
Heating
- Radiators-Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Florida Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Other Room(s), None
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,197
- Total interior livable area: 1,197 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More, See Remarks
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Deck, Patio, Enclosed Porch(es)
Lot
- Size: 3,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 40.00
Details
- Parcel number: 0701701000000006
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt, See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $358/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,531
- Date on market: 7/3/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Sold | $428,000-8%$358/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2700175R Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2026 | Contingent | $465,000$388/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2700175R Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $465,000$388/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2700175R Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,967 | $350,000 |
| 2024 | $8,967 +283.5% | $350,000 +273.9% |
| 2023 | $2,338 -70.7% | $93,600 |
| 2022 | $7,978 +1.4% | $93,600 |
| 2021 | $7,871 | -- |
| 2020 | $7,871 +2.9% | $93,600 |
| 2019 | $7,652 +4.9% | $93,600 |
| 2018 | $7,295 -1.3% | $93,600 |
| 2017 | $7,393 +3.9% | $93,600 |
| 2016 | $7,115 +1.7% | $93,600 |
| 2015 | $6,999 +4.4% | $93,600 |
| 2014 | $6,707 +2.5% | $93,600 |
| 2013 | $6,541 +2% | $93,600 |
| 2012 | $6,415 +3.2% | $93,600 |
| 2011 | $6,217 +2.4% | $93,600 |
| 2010 | $6,072 +3% | $93,600 |
| 2009 | $5,898 | $93,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2004 | $4,830 | $93,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $93,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $93,600 |
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Neighborhood: 08904
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