This oh-so-chic and charming light-filled 3 bed,1.5 bath cottage with open front porch is located in the cozy Village Colonials neighborhood just .5 mile from vibrant downtown South Orange and trains to NYC. Step into a bright foyer - an ideal place to stash away coats and bags. A fabulous and super stylish architect-designed just renovated, spacious kitchen with new cabinets, appliances, fixtures and new flooring will become everyone's favorite gathering spot. The dining room, with decorative fireplace, has an opening to the kitchen to easily pass dishes back and forth, or chat with the chef. A living room/family room is also located just steps from the kitchen. The convenient powder room and laundry, along with a walkout to the backyard, complete this level. Walk up to the second level with three bedrooms and a full bath with original subway tile. The generous second level landing can serve as an office niche or reading spot. Newer roof and windows, new front and back doors, hot water heater and water softener. Original stained glass windows and hardwood floors with ribbon inlay retain the original appeal while contemporary updates make this home completely move-in ready. The fenced backyard can serve as play central, gardening or year-round entertaining. Bonus three-car garage for ample parking, additional storage or your future gar-bar. Join this neighborhood community with its regular block parties and communal get-togethers. Ideal as a starter home or condo alternative.
Under contract
$699,000
256 Tichenor Ave, South Orange Village Twp., NJ 07079
3beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$747,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 17 days
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Zillow last checked: April 25, 2025 at 11:55pm
Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 02:28am
Listed by:
Rena Spangler 973-876-7913,
Compass New Jersey, Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 3955948

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Basement
- Features: Utility Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Level 1
Features
- Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Thermal Windows/Doors, Shades
- Basement: Yes,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Non-Functional
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch(es), Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: .109 AC
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1619021010000000060000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Fiber Optic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Storage
- Subdivision: Village Colonials
Location
- Region: South Orange
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $618,800
- Annual tax amount: $15,525
- Date on market: 4/10/2025
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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