You will love to call this home! Bright and stylish, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern design. Located just steps from Midtown Direct trains and the vibrant South Orange Village, you will love having restaurants, cafes, a movie theater, SOPAC, and Meadowland Park all close by. Inside, the open floor plan, modern kitchen, gas fireplace, and skylight create a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. Recently painted with recessed lighting and plenty of windows, the home feels fresh, airy, and move-in ready. Enjoy a beautiful enclosed yard ideal for entertaining, two convenient parking spaces, and an open basement that can be tailored for storage, a home gym, or creative projects. With its unbeatable location and stylish updates, this home is an exceptional opportunity for the discerning buyer.
GSMLS #3716962
Jul 12, 2021
Sold
$440,500
Jun 16, 2021
Delisted
—
Jun 2, 2021
Listed
$399,000
GSMLS #3518661
Jan 28, 2019
Sold
$240,000
Dec 21, 2018
Delisted
—
Dec 3, 2018
Listed
$259,000
Public Records
Jun 1, 1982
Sold
$28,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,300 (+3.0%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2024
$12,914 (+37.1%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2023
$9,420 (+3.7%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2022
$9,083 (+3.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2021
$8,767 (+3.2%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2020
$8,495 (+2.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2019
$8,283 (+1.5%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2018
$8,159 (+2.5%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2017
$7,956 (−2.4%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2016
$8,149 (+4.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2014
$7,794 (+3.0%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2013
$7,566 (+2.5%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2012
$7,379 (+15.9%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2011
$6,365 (+4.0%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2010
$6,123 (+3.8%)
$137,000 + $95,900
$232,900
2009
$5,897
$137,000 + $95,900
$232,900
Tax history for 170 S Ridgewood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,300 (+3.0%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2024
$12,914 (+37.1%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2023
$9,420 (+3.7%)
$300,000 + $214,700
$514,700
2022
$9,083 (+3.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2021
$8,767 (+3.2%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2020
$8,495 (+2.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2019
$8,283 (+1.5%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2018
$8,159 (+2.5%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2017
$7,956 (−2.4%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2016
$8,149 (+4.6%)
$177,500 + $81,500
$259,000
2014
$7,794 (+3.0%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2013
$7,566 (+2.5%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2012
$7,379 (+15.9%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2011
$6,365 (+4.0%)
$124,000 + $88,900
$212,900
2010
$6,123 (+3.8%)
$137,000 + $95,900
$232,900
2009
$5,897
$137,000 + $95,900
$232,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,222 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,026
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1902301 00026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Approximate Lot Size: 0.051
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,026
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,222 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1902301 00026
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 866-201-6210
Around this home
Schools
South Mountain Annex
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
South Orange Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Columbia Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Maplewood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 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
South Orange, NJ • 07079-1461
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$651,000 – $788,000
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