178 Colfax Ave

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Description

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial house nestled in the heart of Clifton. Step inside and be greeted by AN inviting living room and a formal dining room on the first floor. The recently renovated kitchen boasts modern appliances and ample counter space. Additionally, a convenient half bath on this level adds to the overall functionality of the home. Venture upstairs to the second floor, where you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The walk-up attic offers a versatile...Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial house nestled in the heart of Clifton. Step inside and be greeted by AN inviting living room and a formal dining room on the first floor. The recently renovated kitchen boasts modern appliances and ample counter space. Additionally, a convenient half bath on this level adds to the overall functionality of the home. Venture upstairs to the second floor, where you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The walk-up attic offers a versatile space that can be utilized as a home office. In the basement, discover an extra full bath. The double car driveway ensures ample parking space for you and your guests. The generously sized backyard provides a wonderful oasis for outdoor activities. This colonial boasts hardwood floors under the carpet. Train station and NYC Bus just a stone's throw away, offering easy access to the city for work or leisure and close proximity to schools and parks.
  1. Listed by Mahmoud Ijbara • Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair • 646-764-9599

Property Details for 178 Colfax Avenue

Style
Single Family Residence
Sub style
Sidehall
Waterfront
None
Garage
None
LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2025 09:05 PM

Property Details for 178 Colfax Avenue

StatusSold - Sold
MLS #23024441
Days on Market25
Taxes$8,480 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountyPassaic County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair, Mahmoud Ijbara

Sold By RE/MAX Solutions, Raymond Clarke

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$3,246 per month

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Principal and Interest

$2,539

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 178 Colfax Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Clifton
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Colfax
  • County Name: PASSAIC
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 178
  • Street Direction: None
  • Zip Code: 07013
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: None
  • Tax: $8,480
School Information
  • Junior High School: Number 14
  • Senior High School: CLIFTON
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: None
  • Miscellaneous: None
  • Average Acres: 0.16
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 25
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heatcool: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Baths full: 2
  • Baths partial: 1
  • Basement: Full, Partial
  • Basement Description: Full Bath, Rec Room
  • Number of rooms: 6
  • Lifestyle: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp
  • Full Baths Total: 3
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: None
  • Exterior: Aluminum Siding
  • Miscellaneous: None
  • Pool: False
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: 646-764-9599
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $499,000.00
  • Listing Date: 08-07-2023
  • Expired Date: 02-06-2024
  • Pending Date: 08-31-2023
  • Close Date: 09-30-2023
  • Status Date: 09-29-2023
  • Sale Price: $521,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial house nestled in the heart of Clifton. Step inside and be greeted by AN inviting living room and a formal dining room on the first floor. The recently renovated kitchen boasts modern appliances and ample counter space. Additionally, a convenient half bath on this level adds to the overall functionality of the home. Venture upstairs to the second floor, where you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The walk-up attic offers a versatile space that can be utilized as a home office. In the basement, discover an extra full bath. The double car driveway ensures ample parking space for you and your guests. The generously sized backyard provides a wonderful oasis for outdoor activities. This colonial boasts hardwood floors under the carpet. Train station and NYC Bus just a stone's throw away, offering easy access to the city for work or leisure and close proximity to schools and parks.

Property History for 178 Colfax Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 30, 2023

Sold

GSMLS #3858274

$521,000
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

NJMLS #23024441

$521,000
Sep 28, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1520935989

$521,000
Sep 5, 2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3858274

Aug 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #23024441

$499,000
Aug 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3858274

$499,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2023

Sold

GSMLS #3858274

$521,000
09/29/2023

Sold

NJMLS #23024441

$521,000
09/28/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1520935989

$521,000
09/05/2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3858274

08/06/2023

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #23024441

$499,000
08/06/2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3858274

$499,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 178 Colfax Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$77,600Additions$70,900Total$148,500
Tax Record2024$8,815 ($735 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,284 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,284 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR-B1CountyPASSAICAPN02 00029- 11-00015

Schools near 178 Colfax Avenue

This home is within Clifton Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
School #3
PublicK to 5

Christopher Columbus Middle School
Public6 to 8

Clifton High School
Public9 to 12

School #13
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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