472 Academy St

South Orange, NJ 07079

$999,999
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
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Sold 2/27/26Virtual Tour
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Description

Welcome to 472 Academy St, a freshly painted home"where character meets an effortless NYC commute. Relax on the covered front porch before entering a foyer that leads to a stunning living room featuring cathedral ceilings, and a skylight--a beautiful room for entertaining. Seamless flow through an arched doorway leads you into the formal dining room"open to the updated kitchen. This kitchen is a Chef's dream, complete w/ sleek countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, & subway tile....Welcome to 472 Academy St, a freshly painted home"where character meets an effortless NYC commute. Relax on the covered front porch before entering a foyer that leads to a stunning living room featuring cathedral ceilings, and a skylight--a beautiful room for entertaining. Seamless flow through an arched doorway leads you into the formal dining room"open to the updated kitchen. This kitchen is a Chef's dream, complete w/ sleek countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, & subway tile. The main level also offers two bedrooms and an updated full bath with a bidet toilet seat. Tucked between floors, discover a bonus room with refinished floors perfect for a home office or reading nook. Upstairs, you'll find two additional spacious bedrooms, including a serene primary suite option with a double closet. The flexible floorplan lends itself to lots of different lifestyles! The lower level is a true standout, featuring a professionally acoustically treated Rec Room. Equipped with QuietRock ceilings and sound-dampening doors, it's the ultimate space for musicians, podcasters, or creators. This level adds versatility with a second updated full bath, laundry area, storage, & access to the built-in garage. Close to schools, vibrant downtowns of Maplewood/S. Orange shops and award-winning restaurants, and less than a mile to the Maplewood Train"this location offers convenience & connection. 472 Academy St isn't just a house it's the perfect backdrop for your next chapter!

Listing Agent

  1. Pamela 'Jill' Sockwell

    Pamela 'Jill' Sockwell

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jill.sockwell@compass.com

    P: (917)-657-8800

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Property Details for 472 Academy Street

Style
Custom Home
Directions
Prosptect to Sherman to Academy
Days On Market
11
Primary Style
Custom Home
Section/Subdiv/Development
.9 mi to Maplewood Train
LISTING UPDATED: 02/27/2026 03:35 PM

Property Details for 472 Academy Street

StatusSold
MLS #4005944
Days on Market11
Taxes$18,333 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 472 Academy Street

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

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$6,402 per month

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$4,874

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 472 Academy Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: SOMSD III
  • Grade School: SOMSD III
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 11
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: South Orange Village Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 2216
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Brick/Blue
  • Town #: 1619.0
  • Street # Display: 472.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 3
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Academy St
  • Zip Code: 07079
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: $18,333
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 730700.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1619-02216-0000-00020-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, See Remarks
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Built-In Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Lot Identifier: 20
  • Approximate Lot Size: .139 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.14
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1910
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 424400.0
  • Assessment Land: 306300.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, See Remarks
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 3 Units, Baseboard - Electric, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Brick, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Sidewalk, Storm Door(s), Thermal Windows/Doors
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bidet, Blinds, CODetect, CeilCath, CedrClst, CeilHigh, Skylight, SmokeDet, StallShw, TubShowr, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, French Drain, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Bidet, Stall Shower And Tub
  • # Baths: 2.0
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • # Bedrooms: 4
  • Easement Desc: Driveway
  • Easement: Yes
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: BathOthr,GarEnter,Laundry,RecRoom,Storage,Utility
  • Den Level: First
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 2Bedroom,BathMain,DiningRm,Foyer,Kitchen,LivingRm,OutEntrn,Porch
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Attic, Den
  • Master Bedroom Desc: 1st Floor
  • # Rooms: 12
  • Other Room 3: Rec Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: Basement
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 472 Academy Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 27, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4005944

$999,999—
Jan 30, 2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4005944

—
Jan 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4005944

$745,000—
Mar 13, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250174695

$289,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/27/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4005944

$999,999
01/30/2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4005944

—
01/19/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4005944

$745,000
03/13/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250174695

$289,000

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

Public Records for 472 Academy Street

Taxable ValueLand$306,300Additions$424,400Total$730,700
Tax Record2024$18,333 ($1,528 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,010 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,010 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,055 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910ZoningR-BCountyESSEXAPN19 02216-0000-00020

Schools near 472 Academy Street

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Clinton Elementary School
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
Clinton Elementary School
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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