38 Willowdale Ave

Essex County NJ 07042

Duplex

Last sold for $925,000

IAN CRAMSEY, last sold this property on 28 July 2025 after 107 days on market.

Overview

Opportunity knocks! Gut-renovated in 2020, this 2-family home on an oversized 49x140 lot offers the perfect combination of modern living, an unbeatable location, and income potential. Located a few blocks from Bay St and Glen Ridge train stations w/ direct service to NYC, this home is a commuter's dream. Steps away, the beautifully renovated Glenfield Park features state-of-the-art playgrounds, lush green spaces, sports facilities, and a new $10M community center. Enjoy a short walk to the nearby Bloomfield Ave arts district and new Ironbound Farmer's Market at Lackawanna Plaza! Perfect for owner-occupants, live in one unit while generating rental income from the other. The property includes off-street parking for 8+ cars, creating additional income opportunities. The oversized lot is ideal for constructing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) under newly enacted municipal code 347-8. Inside, modern updates blend with timeless charm: loft-like ceilings, abundant natural light, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, energy-efficient mini-split HVAC, and exposed brick for added character. Unit 1:1400 sq. ft. duplex w/ 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a private fenced yard with low-maintenance artificial grass.Unit2: Bright 700 sq. ft. open-concept unit w/ 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Capitalize on Montclair's thriving rental market while enjoying top-rated schools, vibrant dining, and a welcoming community. This rare opportunity checks every box for living and investing!

Features

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

3 carspaces

3 garage spaces

Duplex

Estimated Value

We need at least 3 similar 5 bedroom duplexes sold in Essex County over the last 12 months.

Property history for 38 Willowdale Ave

2025

Sold

$925,000

28 Jul 2025 by IAN CRAMSEY, of HOWARD HANNA RAND REALTY

2019

Sold

$278,000

08 Apr 2019

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