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About this home
Located in West Orange's desirable St. Cloud neighborhood, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath ranch offers effortless one-level living on a tree-lined street. An open floor plan, hardwood floors and an entire wall of windows create bright, inviting living and dining spaces overlooking the lush green lawn and gorgeous backyard. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a convenient peninsula with plenty of room for casual seating and entertaining. Three comfortable bedrooms, one full updated bath & a powder room complete the main level.The finished lower level provides additional flexible living space with rec room, home office, laundry center and plenty of storage. Central air conditioning and thoughtful updates make this home truly move-in ready. Ideally located with easy access to major highways, public transportation, shopping, dining and recreation, this St. Cloud ranch combines comfort, convenience and easy suburban living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
3 spacesParking
Listed by ELIZABETH MORRIS• PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR
St. Cloud, located between Eagle Rock Reservation and the Upper Montclair village center, is a residential and historic Llewellyn Park neighborhood with winding lanes and wooded slopes. Its character concentrates along the Prospect Avenue corridor near the Eagle Rock Reservation entrances, where stone walls, canopy trees, and a quiet, carriage-road feel set the tone. Large, early-20th-century homes and landscaped lots define the streetscape, with frequent glimpses of the Watchung ridgeline. The nearby Presby Memorial Iris Gardens functions as a seasonal cultural landmark, while the Montclair Art Museum and Wellmont Theater anchor arts and live performance close by. Parks and ridge-top overlooks shape daily routines, and the setting reads as private and pastoral without feeling remote.
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Offer insights
15 Lessing Rd · $674,000
$764K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $764K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
3 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
One wood-burning fireplace in the living room
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Sump pump
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on the first floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Dishwasher
Kitchen exhaust fan
Microwave
Gas range/oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room in the basement
Washer
Dryer
Gas water heater
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Storage shed
Storm doors
Curbs
Level lot
Home design
Ranch
Parking
3 parking spaces
Exclusive blacktop driveway
No garage
Construction
Stucco exterior
Asphalt shingle roof
Renovated in 2020
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas
Cable TV and fiber optic available
Garbage included
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Located in West Orange's desirable St. Cloud neighborhood, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath ranch offers effortless one-level living on a tree-lined street. An open floor plan, hardwood floors and an entire wall of windows create bright, inviting living and dining spaces overlooking the lush green lawn and gorgeous backyard. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a convenient peninsula with plenty of room for casual seating and entertaining. Three comfortable bedrooms, one full updated bath & a powder room complete the main level. The finished lower level provides additional flexible living space with rec room, home office, laundry center and plenty of storage. Central air conditioning and thoughtful updates make this home truly move-in ready. Ideally located with easy access to major highways, public transportation, shopping, dining and recreation, this St. Cloud ranch combines comfort, convenience and easy suburban living.
NJMLS #25016143
Jul 31, 2025
Sold
$685,000
Jun 15, 2025
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 2, 2025
Listed
$610,000
GSMLS #3966810
Jul 31, 2025
Sold
$685,000
Jun 15, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 3, 2025
Price Changed
$610,000
Jun 2, 2025
Listed
$590,000
Public Records
Sep 28, 2020
Sold
$450,000
GSMLS #3655146
Sep 30, 2020
Delisted
—
Sep 30, 2020
Sold
$450,000
Aug 10, 2020
Listed
$475,000
Public Records
Jan 16, 2020
Sold
$289,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,917 (+5.4%)
$283,100 + $322,800
$605,900
2024
$15,101 (+1.9%)
$283,100 + $322,800
$605,900
2023
$14,824 (+3.6%)
$141,800 + $180,600
$322,400
2022
$14,305 (+1.9%)
$141,800 + $180,600
$322,400
2021
$14,037 (+9.1%)
$141,800 + $180,600
$322,400
2020
$12,865 (+3.0%)
$141,800 + $180,600
$322,400
2019
$12,495 (+3.0%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2018
$12,126 (+1.3%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2017
$11,970 (+2.5%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2016
$11,681 (+4.0%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2014
$11,237 (+2.6%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2013
$10,955 (+2.9%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2012
$10,643 (+1.8%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2011
$10,453 (−15.3%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2010
$12,347 (+3.5%)
$141,800 + $158,500
$300,300
2009
$11,932
$23,200 + $71,900
$95,100
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
171 ft.
Lot size
6,839 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,591
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,591
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2200158 0600039
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 99° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Orange, NJ • 07052-3112
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in West Orange. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 15 Lessing Rd
$691,813
$18K over list price of $674K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $641K to $975K.