589 Dr Martin Luther King Jr | Newark City

$499,900 | 6 Beds | 2 Baths (2 Full) | 2,600 Sq. Ft.

Turn-of-the-century charm meets unlimited potential in this spacious 3-story Brownstone located in the heart of Newark. With over 2,500 sq ft, this 6-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home offers historic details like high ceilings, original plaster crown moldings, parquet floors, and wide-plank pine boards that speak to a bygone era. The property also features a large basement ready to be finished, offering additional living space, storage, or the potential for a rec room, studio, or office. Skyline views from the third floor and room for a private rear patio add to the unique appeal. Being sold as-is, this is a rare opportunity for a creative dreamer or first-time buyer to reimagine a true architectural gem. Located just steps from the iconic Krueger Mansion, this home is surrounded by a wave of development and revitalization. Enjoy being within a 20-min. walk to Whole Foods, NJPAC, Prudential Center, and Newark Penn Station. Own a piece of Newark's history and shape its next chapter. GSMLS 3957639

Directions to property: Broad Street to Court Street to Dr. MLK Blvd.

MLS Listing ID: 
GSMLS 3957639
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Status (Local): 
Active
Listing Status Accepting Offers: 
1
Community Information
Subdivision: 
University Heights
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
See Remarks
Year Built: 
1895
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
2,600
Basement: 
Full, Walkout
Interior: 
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, High Ceilings, Skylight, Smoke Detector
Fireplaces: 
Yes
Construction
Roof: 
Flat
Exterior: 
Brick
Exterior Features: 
Curbs, Patio, Sidewalk
DisabilityFeatures: 
No
Energy Information: 
Gas-Natural
Porch: 
No
Deck: 
No
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
9
Total Bedrooms: 
6
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water
Heating System Fuel: 
Gas-Natural
Water Heating System: 
Gas
Water Source: 
Public Water
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.04
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
18.7X100
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Driveway: 
None
Parking Type: 
None
Total Parking Spaces: 
0
Pool: 
No
Fence: 
No
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
1614-02507-0000-00052-0000-
Lot Number: 
52
Annual Tax: 
$5,183.00
Property Zoning: 
residential
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
4/19/2025
Contract Details
Details about the listing contract.
Exclusions: 
none
Possession: 
immediate
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Office Name: 
RE/MAX VILLA REALTORS