Nestled in picturesque St. Cloud, this expansive 3-4 bedroom Mid-Century Ranch has superb space and stunning views of the surrounding hills. Move right in and enjoy the freshly-painted interior and open floor plan. This well-maintained home offers 3 really good-sized bedrooms, 2 large living rooms (one could be used as a 4th bedroom), 2 updated bathrooms (1 primary ensuite), a stunning eat-in kitchen stainless appliances, quartz countertops, large center island & wine refrigerator, 2 finished rooms in the basement, huge storage room, laundry room, pantry & gym area, powder room and inside access to the 2 car attached garage. There are lots of work-from-home and flex space options here. A lovely deck overlooks the large, beautifully-landscaped backyard with mature plantings that provide excellent privacy. Spacious closets and storage, central air, newer windows, a woodburning fireplace, and dog run. Town jitney service to the NYC direct train is around the corner.
GSMLS #3641963
Aug 11, 2020
Sold
$575,000
Jul 4, 2020
Delisted
—
Jun 22, 2020
Listed
$529,000
Jun 19, 2020
Coming Soon
$529,000
GSMLS #3397615
Aug 17, 2017
Sold
$485,000
Jul 22, 2017
Delisted
—
Jun 19, 2017
Listed
$475,000
Public Records
Jul 2, 1986
Sold
$217,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,280 (−4.1%)
$313,700 + $344,100
$657,800
2024
$18,010 (+1.9%)
$313,700 + $344,100
$657,800
2023
$17,679 (+3.6%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2022
$17,060 (+1.9%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2021
$16,741 (+9.5%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2017
$15,286 (+2.5%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2016
$14,918 (+4.0%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2014
$14,350 (+2.6%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2013
$13,990 (+2.9%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2012
$13,591 (+1.8%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2011
$13,350 (−6.3%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2010
$14,242 (+3.5%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2009
$13,764
$35,500 + $74,200
$109,700
Tax history for 51 Lessing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,280 (−4.1%)
$313,700 + $344,100
$657,800
2024
$18,010 (+1.9%)
$313,700 + $344,100
$657,800
2023
$17,679 (+3.6%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2022
$17,060 (+1.9%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2021
$16,741 (+9.5%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2017
$15,286 (+2.5%)
$164,200 + $220,300
$384,500
2016
$14,918 (+4.0%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2014
$14,350 (+2.6%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2013
$13,990 (+2.9%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2012
$13,591 (+1.8%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2011
$13,350 (−6.3%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2010
$14,242 (+3.5%)
$164,200 + $219,300
$383,500
2009
$13,764
$35,500 + $74,200
$109,700
*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
1
Lot width
84 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,004
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2200158 1400228
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Approximate Lot Size: 84,140
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,004
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2200158 1400228
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 973-783-7400
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Schools
St. Cloud Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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Liberty Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
West Orange High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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6 days above 99° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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