311 Lenox Ave

South Orange, NJ 07079

$975,000
Last Sold Price
5
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Sold 12/2/25Virtual Tour
Sold 12/2/25Virtual Tour

Description

Imagine finding a 5 Bedroom 2.2 Bath Center Hall Colonial that offers an incredible value with amenities like Central Air, a flowing floor plan across four levels, and a great location walkable to town, NYC Trains, and schools! 311 Lenox will welcome you with an entry foyer, refinished wood floors, and new light fixtures! Relax in the sun-filled Living Room with double Picture Windows and a cozy Gas Fireplace, or in the light and bright Family Room. The expansive Formal Dining Room is ready to entertain...Imagine finding a 5 Bedroom 2.2 Bath Center Hall Colonial that offers an incredible value with amenities like Central Air, a flowing floor plan across four levels, and a great location walkable to town, NYC Trains, and schools! 311 Lenox will welcome you with an entry foyer, refinished wood floors, and new light fixtures! Relax in the sun-filled Living Room with double Picture Windows and a cozy Gas Fireplace, or in the light and bright Family Room. The expansive Formal Dining Room is ready to entertain for the Holidays and flows to the updated Eat-in-Kitchen. The home Chef will appreciate the expanse of granite countertops, large Breakfast Bar, custom wood cabinetry, modern Stainless Steel appliances, and the easy access to over-size, elevated 2-tiered deck to host alfresco dinners or just sit back and relax in the outdoor living room. A stylishly wallpapered Powder Rm completes this level. The 2nd Fl features a King-size Primary Bedroom with double closets, lots of natural light & an En Suite Bath w/ a quartz vanity. Three additional Bedrooms and a refreshed Hall Bath complete this level. 3rd FL features the 5th BR and large storage attic. The Lower Level features a Rec Room, another Powder Rm, updated Washer/Dryer in Laundry, access to utils/storage and walk-out to the backyard. The exterior of 311 Lenox features mature landscaping with Japanese Maples, Rhododendron, and has room for active play, gardening and great entertaining space on the deck! Home Sweet Home in SOMA!

Property Details for 311 Lenox Avenue

Style
Colonial
Directions
Ridgewood Road or Wyoming Avenue to Lenox Avenue
Days On Market
15
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Colonial
Section/Subdiv/Development
South Mountain
LISTING UPDATED: 12/02/2025 05:20 PM

Property Details for 311 Lenox Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #3988549
Days on Market15
Taxes$19,934 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyEssex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.25%

Location

Sold By HEARTH REALTY GROUP, FRANCINE LICHTMAN

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Building Information for 311 Lenox Avenue

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,479 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,818

Property Taxes

$1,661

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 311 Lenox Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: SOMSD III
  • Grade School: SOMSD III
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 15
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: South Orange Village Twp.
  • Community Living: Yes
  • Block Identifier: 2507
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Blue
  • Town #: 1619.0
  • Street # Display: 311.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 3
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Lenox Ave
  • Zip Code: 07079-1409
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $19,934
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 794500.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1619-02507-0000-00016-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
  • Assoc/Maint Fee Freq: Annually
  • Assoc/Maint Fee: 0.0
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filter, Water Softener-Own
  • Lot Identifier: 16
  • Approximate Lot Size: .129 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.13
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1924
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 429300.0
  • Assessment Land: 365200.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Central Air, See Remarks
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Baseboard - Hotwater, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Wood, Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Deck, Sidewalk
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, CODetect, SmokeDet, TubShowr
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished-Partially
  • Primary Bath Features: Tub Shower
  • # Baths: 2.2
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 13x20
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 10x12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 11x11
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 8x8
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 13x16
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 10x20
  • Fireplace Desc: Gas Fireplace, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 19x14
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Rec Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
  • Living Room Dim: 13x20
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 20x12
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 19x22
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 8x9
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Powder Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Storage Room
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Third
  • Other Room 4: Rec Room
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 5: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement

Property History for 311 Lenox Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3988549

$975,000—
Oct 8, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3988549

—
Sep 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3988549

$899,000—
May 23, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3953163

—
Mar 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3953163

$849,000—
Nov 13, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250163554

$370,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3988549

$975,000
10/08/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3988549

—
09/23/2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3988549

$899,000
05/23/2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3953163

—
03/26/2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3953163

$849,000
11/13/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250163554

$370,000

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Public Records for 311 Lenox Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$365,200Additions$429,300Total$794,500
Tax Record2024$19,934 ($1,661 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,415 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,415 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,619 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924ZoningR60CountyESSEXAPN19 02507-0000-00016

Schools near 311 Lenox Avenue

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Mountain Annex
Public - PK to 5
South Orange Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
South Mountain Annex
Public - K to 1
Rating
School
Distance
South Mountain Annex
PublicPK to 5

South Orange Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

South Mountain Annex
PublicK to 1

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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