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428 Central Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018

$1,500,000

Property Type: Commercial Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,663 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,500,000 List Date: 12/30/2025 Last Modified: 12/30/2025

Overview

Description

Welcome to this turn-key lounge and bar in the heart of East Orange, offering approximately 7,500 square feet and seating for 100 patrons. Fully remodeled in 2015, the space features a modern, inviting atmosphere and includes a Plenary Retail Consumption (Class C) liquor license. The first floor offers a remodeled bar with ample seating and multiple TVs, while the second level provides dining space. A rear bar includes DJ speakers, a loft-style DJ booth, and additional seating. The property also features two residential apartments—a four-bedroom, one-bath unit and a two-bedroom, one-bath unit—plus a full basement for storage. Walking distance to the East Orange Train Station with an approximate 25-minute commute to NYC.

Listing Details MLS# 22537496

Contract Info

Property Sub-Type: Commercial
Sale: Yes
Lease: No
New Construction: No

Location

House Number: 428
Street Name: Central
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Essex
Municipality: East Orange (EOR)
Postal City: East Orange
State: NJ
Zip Code: 07018
Area/Section: None
Complex/Subdivision: None
Directions: Located on Central Avenue in East Orange, just minutes from major highways and public transportation. Convenient access to I-280, Garden State Parkway, and Route 21. Close proximity to the East Orange Train Station, NJ Transit bus routes, downtown amenities, and neighboring communities including Newark, Montclair, and Bloomfield.

General Property Info

# Levels: 2
Apx Year Built: 1930
Garage: No
Acreage: 0.13
Lot Dimensions: 37 x 160

Tax and Legal

Asmnt - Total: 905100
Taxes: 28429
Tax Year: 2024

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Property Features

Location: Business District; Comm Distr; Near Turnpike Access; Business District; Comm Distr; Near Turnpike Access Use: Apartments; Automobile S; Bank; Bar/Tavern/Lounge; Church; Convenience Store; Night Club; Professional/Office; Restaurant; Retail Floors: Vinyl Basement: Full Seat Capacity: 100+ Cooling: Central Air; Window Fan Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Water Heater: Natural Gas Water: Public Water Sewer: Public Sewer Gas: On Site Electric: 200 - 400 AMP Exterior: Security System Parking: On Street Roof: Shingle Material: Stone Sale Includes: Equipment/Furniture; License; Machinery Zoning: Central Business; Commercial; Mixed; Multi-Use; Office; Professional; Residential; Retail; Multi-Family Assessment Status: Assessed

Listing Office: CB/Schiavone & Associates

Listing Agent: David Schiavone

Last Updated: December - 30 - 2025

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