Flooded with natural light, the heart of this midcentury Colonial is an expansive, open-concept living space w/ separate formal LR. The main level also features a versatile 1st fl bed & bath & a sunroom w/ direct access to the 2 car garage & backyard. This could be your artist studio, office, mudrm or even greenhouse. Upstairs are 2 addl generous beds, incl a primary ensuite w/ walk-in closet & bath. The landing area is currently used as a den, but could be a reading nook or office. The finished basement adds lots more living & storage space, w/ a huge rec rm, office, powder rm & laundry rm. Situated on an oversized lot, the property feels like a private sanctuary. There is space galore for vegetable gardening, playtime, hardscape designs, a firepit area & more. The neighborhood is extremely picturesque & tranquil, with tree-lined streets & a rustic vibe, while just minutes from extensive amenities. Enjoy the outdoors at S. Mountain & Eagle Rock Reservations (don't miss the best NYC view avail anywhere); Turtle Back Zoo, Codey ice skating arena, & the Waterfront. Montclair, Maplewood & S. Orange villages nearby add to a fabulous restaurant & shopping scene. Several convenient commuter options are available, incl a town jitney to Midtown Direct train stations. Modern finishes, functional design, & outdoor beauty make this property a rare find. If you haven't found the space you want in other towns, this property might be the value you have been seeking.
Single-familyProperty Type
0.34 acresLot Size
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karin Joseph Carson• Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group
•917-301-1681 (agent)
•karincarson@kw.com (agent)
•973-783-7400 (broker)
Bought with Fredericka Mirenda• Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair
•973-783-6900 (broker)
Bought with Ann McCarthy• Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair
Est. $3,338 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8-10 Lessing Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GSMLS #4023134
Jun 23, 2026
Sold
$1,150,000
May 15, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 30, 2026
Listed
$799,000
Apr 24, 2026
Coming Soon
$799,000
NJMLS #26014617
Jun 23, 2026
Sold
$1,150,000
May 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 24, 2026
Listed
$799,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
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Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1622-00158-0005-00018-0000-
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on May 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Other Parking: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Partially Finished
Exterior
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 150 IRR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $21,780
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: St. Cloud
Middle Or Junior School: Roosevelt
High School: W. Orange
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1622-00158-0005-00018-0000-
Home facts updated by county records on May 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
St. Cloud Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Roosevelt Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
West Orange High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
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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
0.15% 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
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in West Orange. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$815,000 – $986,000
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