Charming and spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath updated Craftsman-style Colonial located in the desirable Livingston Manor section of Highland Park. This home offers timeless curb appeal with its welcoming open front porch and private driveway. Step inside through the entry foyer/mudroom and appreciate the warmth of original hardwood floors and rich wood detailing throughout the first floor. The expansive front area features two versatile sitting spaces, one currently used as a cozy family room. The updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling & skylight, and formal dining room for entertaining. A full bath and a first floor bedroom-currently serving as a library/office w/custom built-in bookcases-complete the main level.Upstairs includes 4 additional bedrooms w/ hardwood floors and a second full bath. Walk-out basement is partially finished w/spacious rec room, half bath, laundry area, utility room & storage. Additional features include gas/steam radiator heat, central AC(2015) on the second floor & ductless mini-split system on the first floor, including new unit in the living rm(2024). Fenced backyard is a private oasis with a Patio,BBQ area, playhouse,greenhouse & large garden, ideal for growing your own vegetables. Close to shopping,dining,Rutgers & public transportation.
For sale
$710,000
227 Lawrence Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
5beds
2,033sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
5,502 Square Feet Lot
$697,300 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated kitchenLarge gardenBbq areaOriginal hardwood floorsFormal dining roomCustom built-in bookcasesFenced backyard
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Listing updated: June 06, 2025 at 06:41am
Listed by:
Alessandra L. Herzog-Cherry,
RE/MAX COMPETITIVE EDGE 732-548-5555
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2514806R

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 215.78
- Dimensions: 16.08 x 13.42
Bedroom 2
- Area: 173.02
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 12.58
Bedroom 3
- Area: 84.56
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 8.25
Bedroom 4
- Area: 76.31
- Dimensions: 9.25 x 8.25
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower, Stall Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Area: 132.22
- Dimensions: 14.17 x 9.33
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 12
Living room
- Area: 382.04
- Dimensions: 28.83 x 13.25
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiators-Steam
Cooling
- A/C Central - Some
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1 Bedroom, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, Family Room, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Main, None
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Screen/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished, Full, Bath Half, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Recreation Room, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,033
- Total interior livable area: 2,033 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 2 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Open Porch(es), Patio, Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Screen/Storm Window, Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 5,502 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 55.00
- Features: Near Shopping
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0700803000000060
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $349/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $547,200
- Annual tax amount: $14,019
- Date on market: 6/6/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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