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$699,000
229 River Drive, Elmwood Park, NJ, 07407
MLS# 26032711
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Half Baths
2,005
Sq Ft
0.213 acres (9,266 sqft)
Lot Size
1940
Year Built
Residential — Colonial
Property Type
Description
Rare Opportunity in Elmwood Park — 5-Bedroom Home + Bonus Sub dividable Lot, Great opportunity to own this spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with an attached garage, high walkout basement, and a large backyard. Situated on a quiet street 16 Glenwood Ave. & 229 River Rd. with great elevation and beautiful views, this property offers both comfortable living and exciting future potential. The home features: 5 spacious bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms, Attached garage, High basement with a half bath and plenty of space for a gym, recreation, or entertainment area, Eat-in kitchen, Formal dining room, 2 bedrooms on the first floor with a full bathroom, 3 bedrooms on the second floor with a full bathroom, Primary bedroom with additional closet space, Large backyard and garden. A major highlight of this property is the additional bonus lot, offering the potential to subdivide and build another home, subject to municipal approval. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare in Elmwood Park. The property offers the unique combination of a spacious existing home, a large outdoor area, and potential future development from a quiet street with excellent elevation and views. Prime Elmwood Park location, Ideal for homeowners, investors, or builders looking for additional potential.
Tax & Financial Information
| Annual Property Taxes | $10,297 (NJ Public Records) |
| Tax Assessment | $335,500 |
| Land Assessment | $191,500 |
| Original List Price | $799,900 |
| Listed | August 30, 2026 |
Property Features
Interior
- ✓Heating: Baseboard,Gas,Hot Water
- ✓Cooling: Wall A/C
- ✓Basement: Grd Lv Acces
Exterior & Lot
- ✓Parking: Attached
Listing Information
Listing Office: All-City Realty — 908-251-5530
Listing Agent: Donna Schmiede — (908) 403-1762 — Donna@allcityrealtors.com
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use only. Last updated: 10/18/2026.
Total Monthly Cost
$5,359/mo
NJ has the highest property taxes in the US. This is your real cost.
Down: $139,800 | Loan: $559,200
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
Elmwood Park
NJ Transit Bus 144
Broadway (Fair Lawn)
~2 mi from town center
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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