491 S 17th St

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Welcome to 491 S 17TH ST, and updated 2 family home opportunity for owner occupant or investor. This multi unit home features spacious bedrooms, new hardwood floors, updated kitchens and baths, forced air heat, a full unfinished basement, updated plumbing & electrical, and much more! The first floor offers a living room, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, and full bath. The 2nd floor includes 3 bedrooms, living, eat in kitchen full bath, and an additional rec room / office / or possible 4th bedroom addition!...Welcome to 491 S 17TH ST, and updated 2 family home opportunity for owner occupant or investor. This multi unit home features spacious bedrooms, new hardwood floors, updated kitchens and baths, forced air heat, a full unfinished basement, updated plumbing & electrical, and much more! The first floor offers a living room, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, and full bath. The 2nd floor includes 3 bedrooms, living, eat in kitchen full bath, and an additional rec room / office / or possible 4th bedroom addition! The basement is large with a good ceiling height, ideal for finishing to add additional living space. The exterior has been refreshed to create a nice curb appeal, and the backyard is large and has many possibilities as well. The location is ultra convenient, located near major transportation, downtown Newark, hospitals, schools, and major highways. This home is excellent value in today's market!
  1. Listed by Silvio Lavrador • RE/MAX SELECT - Montclair
    P: (908)-591-1433 silvio.lav@gmail.com

Property Details for 491 South 17th Street

Style
2 Family
LISTING UPDATED: 02/04/2026 12:18 PM

Property Details for 491 South 17th Street

StatusActive - Active
MLS #26003852
Days on Market2
Taxes$1,730 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS Type2-4 Family
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX SELECT - Montclair, Silvio Lavrador
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$2,824 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,680

Property Taxes

$144

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 491 South 17th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Newark
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: 17th
  • County Name: ESSEX
  • Status: Active
  • Street Number Numeric: 491
  • Zip Code: 07103
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Tax: $1,730
Property
Lot Information
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 0
  • CourtAppYN: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Baths full: 2
  • Baths partial: 0
  • Basement Description: full unfinished
  • Number of rooms: 12
  • Full Baths Total: 2
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: 908-591-1433
  • Search Class: 2to4, 2-4 Family
  • List Price: $549,900.00
  • Listing Date: 02-04-2026
  • Status Date: 02-03-2026
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Welcome to 491 S 17TH ST, and updated 2 family home opportunity for owner occupant or investor. This multi unit home features spacious bedrooms, new hardwood floors, updated kitchens and baths, forced air heat, a full unfinished basement, updated plumbing & electrical, and much more! The first floor offers a living room, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, and full bath. The 2nd floor includes 3 bedrooms, living, eat in kitchen full bath, and an additional rec room / office / or possible 4th bedroom addition! The basement is large with a good ceiling height, ideal for finishing to add additional living space. The exterior has been refreshed to create a nice curb appeal, and the backyard is large and has many possibilities as well. The location is ultra convenient, located near major transportation, downtown Newark, hospitals, schools, and major highways. This home is excellent value in today's market!

Property History for 491 South 17th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26003852

$549,900
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4008087

$549,900
Feb 14, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

Jun 13, 2021

Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

Jun 3, 2020

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

May 30, 2020

Temporarily Off Market

NJMLS #20011165

Mar 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3623645

$289,000
Mar 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #20011165

$299,000
Feb 3, 2020

Under Contract

NJMLS #20003437

Jan 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #20003437

$289,000
Jan 8, 2020

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3608570

$289,000
May 16, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #645368099

$70,000

-8.8% / yr

Nov 22, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250284269

$243,000

+50.9% / yr

Jun 2, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250245286

$200,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26003852

$549,900
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4008087

$549,900
02/14/2022

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

06/13/2021

Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

06/03/2020

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3623645

05/30/2020

Temporarily Off Market

NJMLS #20011165

03/13/2020

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3623645

$289,000
03/13/2020

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #20011165

$299,000
02/03/2020

Under Contract

NJMLS #20003437

01/09/2020

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #20003437

$289,000
01/08/2020

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3608570

$289,000
05/16/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #645368099

$70,000

-8.8% / yr

11/22/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250284269

$243,000

+50.9% / yr

06/02/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250245286

$200,000

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

Public Records for 491 South 17th Street

Taxable ValueLand$31,300Additions$14,200Total$45,500
Tax Record2024$1,730 ($144 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,726 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,726 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyESSEXAPN14 00326-0000-00057

Schools near 491 South 17th Street

This home is within The Newark Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Mount Vernon Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

B.R.I.C.K. Peshine Academy
PublicPK to 8

George Washington Carver Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Chancellor Avenue Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

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491 South 17th Street is a multi-family home for sale in Newark, NJ 07103. This property was listed for sale on February 4, 2026 by RE/MAX SELECT - Montclair, it's currently listed at $549,900. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on May 16, 2019. This listing's school district is The Newark Public School District. Nearby schools include Mount Vernon Elementary School, B.R.I.C.K. Peshine Academy and George Washington Carver Elementary School. 491 South 17th Street is a 6-bed, 2-bath, multi-family home.

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