Recently Listed Open House 8/8 1pm - 3pm
888 Lake St
Newark, NJ, 07104 $ 549,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 1,700 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,466
for $549,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,700 square foot home was built in 1907 on a lot size of 0.09.
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 reat 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!
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Open House
8/8/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
8/9/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesInteriorInterior Amenities Blinds CODetect FireExtg CeilHigh SmokeDet StallTub
Basement Bilco-Style Door Unfinished Walkout
Flooring Laminate Tile Wood
Total Fireplaces 0
Other Room 1 Level First
Kitchen Level First
Living Room Level First
Other Room 4 Level Third
Dining Room Level First
Other Room 2 Level First
Other Room 3 Level First
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features Eat-In Kitchen
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GeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating 1 Unit Radiators - Steam
Cooling 1 Unit Window A/C(s)
Utilities Gas-Natural
Possession 30 Day Close
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Carbon Monoxide Detector Dishwasher Dryer Range/Oven-Electric Refrigerator Washer
Water Heater From Furnace
Garage Spaces 0
Architectural Style Colonial
Exclusions Furniture and Personal Decor Items
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 1907
Garage None
Township Newark City
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Essex
Subdivision Name Forest Hill
Possible Use Home-Office
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Heller Parkway to Lake Street; North on Lake Street to #886 between Montclair Avenue and Verona Avenue.
Tax Annual Amount 6382
Drive 1 Car Width Additional Parking Blacktop Driveway-Exclusive On-Street Parking
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 159600
Town # 1614
Tax Lot 25
Primary Style Colonial
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No
Farm Assessment No
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ExteriorPool No
Lot Features Level Lot
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Vinyl Siding
Lot Dimensions 37.6X100
Lot Size Acres 0.09
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByMARIE MARKEYListing Agent
Keller Williams Suburban RealtyBroker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,466
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $532
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/8/2026 | $549,000 | | Listed Price |
888 Lake St, Newark, NJ, 07104 is a Single Family Home for sale at $549,000 with 1,700 sqft and a lot size of 0.09. 888 Lake St has 4 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1907. The property's zip code is 07104 which is in Newark, NJ