Welcome to 256 Rutledge Ave, a gracious 1915 Victorian set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in East Orange?s highly sought-after Presidential section. Rich in character and filled with possibilities, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers timeless charm, comfortable living and exciting potential to make it uniquely your own. A welcoming front porch sets the tone and leads into the first floor which features a spacious living room, formal dining room, kitchen with rear entrance & mudroom area along with a full bathroom and versatile den with closet that is ideal as an office, family room, playroom or guest bedroom. The second floor offers four well-appointed bedrooms and a newer full bathroom. The third floor features an additional bedroom, full bathroom and generous closet space. With its size and privacy, this level could easily be reimagined as a luxurious primary suite or private guest suite area. Outside, enjoy a level backyard, detached two-car garage, and multi-car driveway. Move-in ready today, yet offering wonderful potential to thoughtfully update and personalize its spaces while preserving its character and charm. Conveniently located near the Garden State Parkway, I-280, I-78, multiple NJ Transit rail stations with service to NY, and downtown East Orange shopping, dining, parks and everyday amenities. A wonderful opportunity to own a Victorian home in an established neighborhood with the space, location and potential to make it something truly special.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by ALEXZANDRA CARRERO-RODRIGUEZ• PRESTIGE PROPERTY GROUP MONTCLAIR
Presidential Estates, located between Interstate 280 and the South Orange border, is a residential and commuter-friendly East Orange neighborhood with leafy side streets and quick rail connections. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Brick Church Station area, where a steady flow of riders, corner storefronts, and bus stops sets an urban cadence. Housing leans toward mid-century apartment buildings and brick multifamily homes, with pockets of older colonials on quieter blocks. Brick Church Station anchors daily routines with NJ Transit service into Newark and Manhattan. Nearby, the Paul Robeson Stadium complex and Elmwood Park add open-air breathing room for walks and pickup games. A short ride away, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark Museum of Art broaden the cultural calendar.
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Offer insights
256 Rutledge Ave · $549,900
$606K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $606K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
17 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
106.1%
Most homes are selling 6% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Blinds
Carbon monoxide detector
Smoke detector
Den
Dining room
Foyer
Entrance vestibule
Living room
Pantry
Full, unfinished basement
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the second floor
One bedroom on the third floor
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range/oven
Refrigerator
Microwave oven
Kitchen exhaust fan
Separate dining area
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Laundry room
Utility room
Heating & cooling
Steam radiator heating
Natural gas heating fuel
Wall air-conditioning units
Exterior features
Deck
Open porch
Corner lot
Level lot
Curbs
Sidewalks
Home design
Victorian and Colonial style
Parking
Detached two-car garage
Two-car-width driveway
Construction
Wood shingle siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Renovated in 2017
Utilities
Electricity
Natural gas
Public sewer
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to 256 Rutledge Ave, a gracious 1915 Victorian set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in East Orange's highly sought-after Presidential section. Rich in character and filled with possibilities, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers timeless charm, comfortable living and exciting potential to make it uniquely your own. A welcoming front porch sets the tone and leads into the first floor which features a spacious living room, formal dining room, kitchen with rear entrance & mudroom area along with a full bathroom and versatile den with closet that is ideal as an office, family room, playroom or guest bedroom. The second floor offers four well-appointed bedrooms and a newer full bathroom. The third floor features an additional bedroom, full bathroom and generous closet space. With its size and privacy, this level could easily be reimagined as a luxurious primary suite or private guest suite area. Outside, enjoy a level backyard, detached two-car garage, and multi-car driveway. Move-in ready today, yet offering wonderful potential to thoughtfully update and personalize its spaces while preserving its character and charm. Conveniently located near the Garden State Parkway, I-280, I-78, multiple NJ Transit rail stations with service to NY, and downtown East Orange shopping, dining, parks and everyday amenities. A wonderful opportunity to own a Victorian home in an established neighborhood with the space, location and potential to make it something truly special.
GSMLS #4057557
Oct 10, 2026
Listed
$549,900
Oct 7, 2026
Coming Soon
$549,900
GSMLS #3407338
Nov 17, 2017
Sold
$237,000
Oct 9, 2017
Delisted
—
Aug 24, 2017
Relisted
—
Aug 24, 2017
Delisted
—
Jul 28, 2017
Listed
$237,000
GSMLS #3291691
Aug 1, 2016
Sold
$120,000
Jun 17, 2016
Delisted
—
Mar 22, 2016
Listed
$120,000
Public Records
Oct 5, 2004
Sold
$243,800
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,572 (+3.2%)
$101,800 + $286,100
$387,900
2024
$12,184 (−0.9%)
$101,800 + $286,100
$387,900
2023
$12,289 (+9.0%)
$101,800 + $286,100
$387,900
2022
$11,272 (−1.2%)
$101,800 + $286,100
$387,900
2021
$11,414 (+1.3%)
$101,800 + $286,100
$387,900
2020
$11,268 (+1.3%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2019
$11,124 (+1.3%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2018
$10,986 (+2.9%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2017
$10,679 (+1.6%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2016
$10,512 (+4.0%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2014
$10,110 (+3.9%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2013
$9,731 (−7.4%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2012
$10,508 (+4.3%)
$81,900 + $124,100
$206,000
2011
$10,072 (+4.7%)
$139,500 + $163,500
$303,000
2010
$9,623 (+12.1%)
$139,500 + $163,500
$303,000
2009
$8,584
$139,500 + $163,500
$303,000
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
6,299 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,906
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,906
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
0500305 00016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
East Orange, NJ • 07017-4606
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in East Orange. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 256 Rutledge Ave
$590,911
$41K over list price of $550K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $635K.