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$549,000

888 Lake Street, Newark, NJ, 07104

MLS# 26030086

Under Contract79d on market

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

0.086 acres (3,760 sqft)

Lot Size

1900

Year Built

Residential — Colonial

Property Type

Description

Welcome to 886 Lake Street, a classic four-bedroom, two-full-bath Colonial in the desirable Forest Hill section. Filled with character and drenched in natural sunlight, this well-maintained home is move-in ready. An inviting front porch opens to a gracious foyer, formal living room and dining room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen includes a pantry and rear entrance, while a full bathroom completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find a comfortable primary bedroom, a generously sized second bedroom, two smaller bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The walk-up attic offers outstanding potential for a future primary suite, recreation room, playroom, home office or additional living space. The full unfinished basement provides laundry facilities and abundant storage, along with a Bilco door to the backyard. A private driveway and blacktop rear area offer ample off-street parking, while an existing concrete slab provides the potential to build a garage, if desired. A rear ramp also makes moving household items in and out easier. Ideally located near Essex County Branch Brook Park, offering 360 acres of beautiful green space, recreational amenities, walking paths and its renowned seasonal cherry blossoms. With generous windows, timeless architectural details, flexible living space and exciting expansion possibilities, this sun-filled Forest Hill Colonial has so much to offer. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to make 886 Lake Street your own!

Tax & Financial Information

Annual Property Taxes$6,070 (NJ Public Records)
Tax Assessment$159,600
Land Assessment$47,800
ListedAugust 7, 2026

Property Features

Interior

  • ✓Heating: Gas,Radiators,Steam
  • ✓Cooling: Win/AC
  • ✓Basement: Full,Grd Lv Acces,Unfinished

Listing Information

Listing Office: Keller Williams Suburban Realty — 973-251-0100

Listing Agent: Marie Markey — 973-477-1315 — mariemarkey@kw.com

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use only. Last updated: 10/13/2026.

Total Monthly Cost

$4,041/mo

NJ has the highest property taxes in the US. This is your real cost.

Mortgage (30yr, 6.75%)$2,849
Property Taxes$506
Homeowner Insurance$229
Est. Maintenance$458
Total$4,041

Down: $109,800 | Loan: $439,200

Estimates for informational purposes only. Insurance, maintenance, and flood costs are approximations. Consult a lender and insurance agent for accurate quotes.

Commute From This Home

Newark

🚂
Transit to NYC Penn

Northeast Corridor / PATH

22 min
🚗
Drive to NYC (Midtown)
35 min
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Transit to Hoboken
15 min
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Drive to Hoboken/JC
18 min
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Newark Penn Station

Monthly Pass(Zone 2)$130/mo

Commute times are peak-hour estimates based on NJ Transit schedules and typical traffic. Actual times may vary. Drive times assume weekday morning rush hour.

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