557 Christopher St, City Of Orange Twp., NJ 07050
The Valley · Essex County
Key Facts
Description
557 Christopher Street offers an opportunity to own an updated single-family home in the Valley section of Orange, just minutes from the NJ Transit Highland Avenue Station with convenient access to NYC transportation, local bus lines, and nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment. A smart alternative to renting, this move-in ready Colonial combines classic character with thoughtful updates throughout. Inside, you will find LVP flooring, an updated kitchen with shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a refreshed modern bath. The fenced backyard provides additional outdoor space for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Enjoy close proximity to the Valley Arts District, South Orange downtown, West Orange shopping and dining, local parks, Harper's Cafe, and the legendary Star Tavern. This home qualifies for CRA financing programs featuring low down payment options and no PMI for qualified buyers, creating an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers seeking access to homeownership in Essex County. Property located in FEMA AO flood zone. On-street parking only.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1888
Living Area
1,089 sq ft
Lot Size
0.05 acres
Ownership
Fee Simple
Days on Market
28
MLS® Listing#
4029007
Property Features
- Interior:
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Cooling:
- Window Unit(s)
- Flooring:
- Vinyl
- Basement:
- Full, Unfinished
- Lot Features:
- Level
- Construction:
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof:
- Asphalt
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Water Source:
- Public
Rooms
- Bedroom 1First
- KitchenFirst
- Living RoomFirst
Schools
- High:
- ORANGE
HOA & Tax
- Annual Tax:
- $8,672 (2025)
- Assessed Value:
- $215,200
- Parcel #:
- 1617-06006-0000-00019-0000-
Directions
Between Scotland Road and Valley Road.
Affordability Calculator
$75,980
Estimated monthly payment
$2,022/mo
Principal $303,920 · Est. interest $423,995 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in City Of Orange Twp., NJ
- $642,866
- Median Listing Price
- 64
- Median Days on Market
- 1,832
- Median Sq Ft
- $352
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 6,962
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 41% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 1% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in City Of Orange Twp., NJ.
Location
- 557 Christopher St, City Of Orange Twp., NJ 07050
Nearby Schools
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · 0.1 mi away
Orange Public Schools
School · 0.3 mi away
Orange Board of Education
School · 0.3 mi away
Forest St Elementary
Elementary · 0.3 mi away
Heywood Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Orange High School
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
Hazel Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · 0.5 mi away
South Orange Country Day School
Elementary · 0.5 mi away
Gregory Elementary School
Elementary · 0.6 mi away
Orange Middle School
School · 0.6 mi away
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · 0.7 mi away
Montrose School
School · 0.7 mi away
Roosevelt Middle School
Secondary · 0.7 mi away
Seton Hill Preparatory School
Secondary · 0.8 mi away
Gumedia Nutritional Sciences School
School · 1.0 mi away
Golda Och Academy Lower School
School · 1.0 mi away
Mickey Fried Nursery School
School · 1.0 mi away
Marshall Elementary School
Elementary · 1.1 mi away
Main Street School
Secondary · 1.1 mi away
Central Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP - 9737837400