Opportunity in desirable Rutherford! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers excellent potential for buyers looking to renovate or customize a home to their taste. The home sits set back from the street, offering added privacy, and features a long driveway providing ample off-street parking. Inside, the property offers a functional single-level layout with a partially finished basement that provides additional flexible space and storage. The yard configuration is unique, with the primary outdoor space located in the front of the home rather than a traditional backyard. Ideally situated approximately 1 mile from the Rutherford train station and close to major highways, making commuting convenient. With the right vision and updates, this property presents a strong opportunity to create value in a sought-after Bergen County location.
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$579,000
140 Francisco Avenue, Rutherford Boro, NJ 07070
3beds
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Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$583,900 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional single-level layout
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 15 hours ago
Listing updated: March 13, 2026 at 01:43am
Listed by:
Anne Henderson 973-930-5812,
Prominent Properties Sir
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4014264
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: 1st Floor, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
Basement
- Features: Rec Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
Heating
- Baseboard - Hotwater, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Rec Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Curbs, Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 1156000800000000030000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available, Fiber Optic Available, Garbage Included
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Rutherford
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $390,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,480
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Exclusions: none noted
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$583,900
$555,000 - $613,000
$3,814/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $579,000+286% |
Source:  GSMLS #4014264 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2016 | Sold | $150,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,172 | $390,000 |
| 2024 | $12,172 +2.6% | $390,000 |
| 2023 | $11,864 +1.9% | $390,000 |
| 2022 | $11,638 +1.9% | $390,000 |
| 2021 | $11,423 +6.9% | $390,000 |
| 2020 | $10,682 +1.4% | $390,000 |
| 2019 | $10,534 | $390,000 |
| 2018 | $10,534 +0.7% | $390,000 |
| 2017 | $10,463 +2.9% | $390,000 -5.2% |
| 2016 | $10,171 +3.3% | $411,400 |
| 2015 | $9,846 +3.1% | $411,400 |
| 2014 | $9,550 +5.2% | $411,400 |
| 2013 | $9,076 | $411,400 |
| 2012 | $9,076 +2.6% | $411,400 |
| 2011 | $8,850 +5.1% | $411,400 |
| 2010 | $8,418 +3.3% | $411,400 |
| 2009 | $8,147 | $411,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $411,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $411,400 +118% |
| 2005 | -- | $188,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $188,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $188,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $188,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $188,700 |
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Est. payment
$3,606/mo
Principal & interest
$2791
Property taxes
$815
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Union SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln
- Middle: Union
- High: Rutherford
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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