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$325,000

48 Shepard Ave

East Orange, NJ
Under Contract
5
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,656
Square Feet
0.13
Lot Size (acres)
1925
Year Built
95
Days On Market

Opportunity awaits in this spacious five-bedroom, one-bath one family home situated on an impressive 29' x 200' lot. The property features a front driveway with parking for two vehicles, a full basement with two additional rooms, and an expansive backyard offering plenty of possibilities. Overall condition provides an opportunity for renovation and value enhancement. This property sits in the East Orange R2 zone, possibly allowing a 2 unit conversion pending city approval. Ideal for buyers looking to customize, renovate, or add to their real estate portfolio. Property is being sold in its current condition; buyers are responsible for completing their own due diligence regarding use, condition, permits, and approvals, CCO, C/O/Fire Certs. or anything else required by the township of East Orange for occupancy.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
08/10/2026
Listed By
TORI WALLACE · LIFESTYLE INTERNATIONAL REALTY
MLS#
2701393R
Source
Central Jersey MLS
Status
Under Contract

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
48 Shepard Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
City
East Orange
County
Essex
Neighborhood
None
Zip Code
07018

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
1
Stories
3
Year Built
1925
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, See Remarks
Building Area
1,656 sq. ft.
Roof
Asphalt
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Storage
Appliances
Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Gas Range, Gas Oven
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, See Remarks
Patio and Porch
Patio, Deck
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Baseboard, Central, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.13 Acres
Lot Features
See Remarks
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Natural Gas Available, See Remarks

Square Footage

Total
1,656 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$325,000
Annual Taxes
$7,797

Schools

99/100
Benjamin Banneker Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.7 mi
City
East Orange
Students
431
Student body
97% Black · 2% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
65%
Phone
(973) 266-4320
72/100
J. Garfield Jackson Senior Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.9 mi
City
East Orange
Students
253
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% Black · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 2% American Indian / Alaska Native
Free/reduced lunch
72%
Phone
(973) 266-5895
56/100
Pride Academy Charter School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.3 mi
City
East Orange
Students
300
Student–teacher
16.0
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
94% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 0% White
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(973) 672-3200
56/100
Gordon Parks Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–02 · 0.9 mi
City
East Orange
Students
267
Student body
79% Black · 18% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
69%
Phone
(973) 266-5950
55/100
Dionne Warwick Institute
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.6 mi
City
East Orange
Students
412
Student body
82% Black · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 2% White
Free/reduced lunch
73%
Phone
(973) 266-5930
55/100
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 0.8 mi
City
East Orange
Students
287
Student body
88% Black · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(973) 673-5410
54/100
Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
East Orange
Students
509
Student body
94% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
72%
Phone
(973) 414-9222
53/100
Oakwood Avenue Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–07 · 0.8 mi
City
Orange
Students
278
Student body
67% Black · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
73%
Phone
(973) 677-4095

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
07/23/2026Listed for sale$325,000

Listed by TORI WALLACE · LIFESTYLE INTERNATIONAL REALTY

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