248 Donaldson Avenue

Sold - Sold 6/18/26
Sold - Sold 6/18/26
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Sold - Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,175,000
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248 Donaldson Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070

Description

Built in 1918, this special Rutherford property blends flexibility and scale on a 75 x 160 lot in a desirable location. 248 Donaldson is a colonial style home, has been meticulously kept by the same owners since the early 70’s. With both size and functionality it's the perfect setup for multigenerational use, guests, or large families. The first floor features an enclosed porch entryway, sitting room, formal living room, convenient first floor bedroom, eat in kitchen, and large full bathroom, back...Built in 1918, this special Rutherford property blends flexibility and scale on a 75 x 160 lot in a desirable location. 248 Donaldson is a colonial style home, has been meticulously kept by the same owners since the early 70’s. With both size and functionality it's the perfect setup for multigenerational use, guests, or large families. The first floor features an enclosed porch entryway, sitting room, formal living room, convenient first floor bedroom, eat in kitchen, and large full bathroom, back door for rear yard access. The second floor offers 4 nicely sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The attic on the third floor is a walkup with a bonus room that can be utilized in various ways. The large finished basement features a lovely full kitchen, full bathroom, living room, plenty of closet storage, and is flexible for its use with a convenient separate entrance to the yard. The grounds have been well kept with sprinkler system in both the front and rear yard. Enjoy the long double-wide paver driveway, fitting 12+ cars, leading you to the two-car garage with an additional separate storage room. Newer maintenance items include a roof redone in 2021 plus the home is already equipped with central air. Modernize this charming Rutherford colonial or keep it traditional with some updates, you cannot go wrong with all this home has to offer! Few properties combine this level of flexibility with such architectural presence and curb appeal.
Single FamilyProperty Type
14 carsParking Spaces
  • Listed by: Alexa Micciulli 201.956.3871 alexa.micciulli@theagencyre.com • The Agency Rutherford Realty Inc.
Listing closed: 06/17/2026 08:00 PM
Source: NJMLS, MLS#: 26008796
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248 Donaldson Avenue

Property Details

  • Taxes: $15,040 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Bergen County
  • Style: Single Family Residence
  • Sub style: Sidehall
  • Waterfront: None
  • Garage: Detached, Gar Opener, O/See Remk, Park Space

Summary

Location and General Information

  • Area name: Rutherford
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Donaldson
  • County Name: BERGEN
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 248
  • Street Direction: None
  • Zip Code: 07070

Taxes and HOA Information

  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Tax: $15,040

School Information

  • Elementary School: BOE
  • Junior High School: BOE
  • Senior High School: Rutherford HS

Owner

  • Ownership: Private

Property

Lot Information

  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: None
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Security, Sprinklers

Property and Assessments

  • Photo Number: 50

Utilities

  • Heatcool: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths full: 3
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Grd Lv Acces
  • Basement Description: Full and Finished, Kitchen, Full Bath, Walk out
  • Number of rooms: 11
  • Lifestyle: 1st Flr Mbdrm, Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp, Extended Family, One Floor Living
  • Full Baths Total: 3
  • Num of Baths: 3.0

Exterior Features

  • Fireplace: None
  • Exterior: Aluminum Siding
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Security, Sprinklers
  • Pool Type: None

Agent

Sale and Listing Information

  • Management Phone: 201-956-3871
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $1,000,000.00
  • Listing Date: 03-30-2026
  • Pending Date: 05-04-2026
  • Close Date: 06-18-2026
  • Status Date: 06-17-2026
  • Sale Price: $1,175,000

Showing Information

  • Internet Remarks: Built in 1918, this special Rutherford property blends flexibility and scale on a 75 x 160 lot in a desirable location. 248 Donaldson is a colonial style home, has been meticulously kept by the same owners since the early 70’s. With both size and functionality it's the perfect setup for multigenerational use, guests, or large families. The first floor features an enclosed porch entryway, sitting room, formal living room, convenient first floor bedroom, eat in kitchen, and large full bathroom, back door for rear yard access. The second floor offers 4 nicely sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The attic on the third floor is a walkup with a bonus room that can be utilized in various ways. The large finished basement features a lovely full kitchen, full bathroom, living room, plenty of closet storage, and is flexible for its use with a convenient separate entrance to the yard. The grounds have been well kept with sprinkler system in both the front and rear yard. Enjoy the long double-wide paver driveway, fitting 12+ cars, leading you to the two-car garage with an additional separate storage room. Newer maintenance items include a roof redone in 2021 plus the home is already equipped with central air. Modernize this charming Rutherford colonial or keep it traditional with some updates, you cannot go wrong with all this home has to offer! Few properties combine this level of flexibility with such architectural presence and curb appeal.

Property History

248 Donaldson Avenue

DateEventPrice
Jun 17, 2026

Sold

NJMLS #26008796

$1,175,000
Jun 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #151397457

$1,175,000
May 3, 2026

Under Contract

NJMLS #26008796

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DateEventPrice
06/17/2026

Sold

NJMLS #26008796

$1,175,000
06/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #151397457

$1,175,000
05/03/2026

Under Contract

NJMLS #26008796

—

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Public records

248 Donaldson Avenue

Beds

0

Total Finished SqFt

2,086 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,086 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

12,001 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools

Near 248 Donaldson Avenue

This home is within Rutherford Public School District.

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This home: 248 Donaldson Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070
$1,175,000
5
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244 Donaldson Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070
$699,900
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