01Commercial properties in Essex County, NJ
Essex County commercial properties for sale.
Browse commercial properties for sale in Essex County, New Jersey. Essex County is one of New Jersey's most important commercial markets, anchored by downtown Newark, the state's largest business district, with its office towers, universities, and arts institutions, plus the walkable retail of Montclair and Bloomfield and a deep base of industrial and logistics space near Newark's seaport and airport. For investors, business owners, and developers, the county offers office, retail, mixed-use, and industrial opportunities beside a huge population and major transportation infrastructure.
Commercial property in Essex County spans the office towers and mixed-use of downtown Newark, walkable retail in Montclair, Bloomfield, and the suburbs, and industrial and flex space near Newark's port and airport, at a wide range of price points by use and location.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in Essex County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the city of Newark, the walkable Midtown Direct suburbs, and the western estate towns.
Essex County is served by highly regarded districts including Montclair, Millburn, and Livingston and by Seton Hall University, with University Hospital and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center nearby and Midtown Direct rail into Manhattan. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a town-by-town update.
With commercial property, confirm zoning, permitted uses, parking, and any environmental history before you commit, especially on older Newark industrial sites near the port, where remediation may be required. Due diligence on use, condition, and any remediation is as important as price.
992 Properties Available In Essex
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7,405 Sqft Lot$7,000Active - 1/10 10
1,200 SqFt$2,500Active 
3,000 SqFt$3,750Active- 1/9 9
2,700 SqFt$0Active - 1/3 3
12,900 SqFt$4,800Active - 1/17 17
0.39 Acres Lot$2,650Active - 1/13 13
0.39 Acres Lot$2,200Active - 1/13 13
1,150 SqFt$2,200Active - 1/35 35
5,000 SqFt$35Active - 1/11 11
$1,500Active855 Bloomfield Ave, 200A, Glen Ridge Boro Twp., NJ 07028
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
Commercial
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3.14 Acres Lot$25Price Dropped by $3K - 1/5 5
2,500 SqFt$4,500Active - 1/14 14
400 SqFt$700Active - 1/4 4
500 SqFt$2,200Active - 1/29 29
1,400 SqFt$2,500Active - 1/21 21
2,301 SqFt$6,711Price Dropped by $15K - 1/19 19
1,600 SqFt$4,667Active - 1/5 5
0.66 Acres Lot$1,850Active - 1/17 17
1,000 SqFt$1,700Active - 1/18 18
900 SqFt$1,575Active - 1/12 12
4,500 SqFt$6,500Under Contract - 1/3 3
5,800 SqFt$7,500Active - 1/16 16
1,000 SqFt$2,450Active 
$125,000Under Contract
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02Explore Communities & Market
Where to buy commercial property in Essex County.
Commercial real estate in Essex County spans a major downtown, walkable suburban retail, and industrial zones, and the right property depends on your use. Office investors gravitate to downtown Newark, the state's largest office market, retail and restaurant owners favor the walkable downtowns of Montclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges, and industrial and logistics investors look near Newark's seaport and Newark Liberty International Airport. Newark's downtown, home to Prudential, universities, and NJPAC, anchors one of the region's largest concentrations of office and institutional space. Compare the areas below before you choose.
Commercial character shifts sharply across the county. Downtown Newark offers office towers, mixed-use, and institutional demand; Montclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges offer walkable, high-demand retail and mixed-use; and the areas near the port, airport, and highways offer industrial and flex space serving one of the nation's busiest freight hubs. Matching the property to the corridor and use is central to a sound Essex County commercial purchase.
Triple-net versus gross lease structures, tenant credit, and remaining lease term drive value on tenanted Essex County commercial assets, so investors underwrite the rent roll and tenant quality as closely as the building, particularly in the downtown Newark office market and the port-adjacent industrial corridor.
Commercial buyers in Essex County are well served by matching their capital and strategy to the right market: downtown Newark office and institutional space, walkable retail in Montclair and Bloomfield, and port-and-airport industrial each trade on different fundamentals, so understanding which segment fits the buyer's goals, whether steady income, owner-occupancy, or value-add, and doing careful due diligence on tenancy, zoning, and, on older sites, environmental history, is the foundation of a sound purchase in one of New Jersey's largest, most institutionally anchored, and most dynamic commercial markets, from downtown Newark's office towers to the walkable suburban retail corridors and the busy port and airport logistics zone at the county's southern edge.
The business case, location, and market for commercial buyers in Essex County.
Commercial buyers in Essex County are buying access to a huge, dense population and major infrastructure. A retail or restaurant owner in Montclair or Newark taps into dense neighborhoods, daytime office and university crowds, and transit riders, while an office or industrial investor reaches downtown Newark's business core or the port-and-airport logistics corridor, some of the busiest in the country.
For investors, the case rests on Essex County's fundamentals: a large population, the state's biggest downtown office market, walkable retail corridors, and port-and-airport-driven industrial demand. Buyers weighing Essex County often choose it for the combination of density, institutional anchors, and transportation infrastructure that supports demand across office, retail, and industrial uses.
Location within the county matters as much as price: a downtown Newark office trades on transit and institutional demand, a Montclair storefront on foot traffic, and a port-adjacent warehouse on logistics access. Matching the asset to its market is the core of a sound Essex County commercial purchase.
Business owners choosing Essex County are buying access to a huge, dense population, the state's largest downtown, and major transportation infrastructure, the port, the airport, Penn Station, and PATH, which supports demand for retail, office, mixed-use, and industrial space across the county's very different submarkets.
Repositioning and mixed-use conversion are increasingly important themes in Essex County commercial real estate, as Newark's downtown revitalization and evolving office demand create opportunity, while walkable suburban retail and port-and-airport industrial stay in demand, so for buyers with vision and the right due diligence, that shifting landscape can create value, but it makes understanding zoning, corridor, and demand essential.
Search Essex County homes by price.
Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Essex County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.
Browse Essex County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Essex County and across Essex County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Essex County open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Essex County, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.
Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Essex County through our Essex County property pages: single-family homes, urban and affluent-suburban homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Essex County commercial market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Essex County, NJ is currently $590K, about $340 per square foot. Homes here average 45 days on market with roughly 2250 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Essex County's commercial market is among the state's most important, led by downtown Newark, New Jersey's largest office market, the walkable retail of Montclair and Bloomfield, and port-and-airport-driven industrial demand.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Essex County, prime downtown Newark office and high-traffic Montclair retail command the highest values, while suburban retail and industrial and flex space near the port and airport offer a range of opportunities. Commercial demand tracks the county's population, office employment, and logistics activity more than season, so well-located Essex County properties, especially downtown Newark office and walkable retail, tend to attract steady interest. Essex County's commercial values increasingly reflect the strength of downtown Newark office, walkable suburban retail, and port-and-airport industrial versus older, less-connected space, so the corridor and format matter as much as the county-wide trend when pricing commercial property here. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy commercial property in Essex County.
- The biggest downtown in New JerseyDowntown Newark is New Jersey's biggest office and business district, home to Prudential, universities, NJPAC, and a major transit hub.
- Walkable retail corridorsMontclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges offer dense, walkable, high-demand retail and mixed-use.
- Port and airport logisticsNewark's seaport and Newark Liberty Airport anchor one of the nation's busiest freight and logistics corridors.
- Huge, dense marketEssex County pairs a large population with major institutions and transit, supporting retail, office, and mixed-use demand.
- Transit and infrastructurePenn Station, PATH, the light rail, the airport, and the port give commercial properties exceptional access.
Amenities & community overview.
A closer look at the corridors, uses, and considerations for commercial buyers in Essex County.
- Browse all homes for sale in Essex County or explore the wider Essex County market.
- Compare Essex County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Interstate 280, Interstate 78, Route 21, the Garden State Parkway, and the New Jersey Turnpike, plus newark Penn Station is a major NJ Transit, Amtrak, and PATH hub, the Morris & Essex Midtown Direct trains run from Montclair, Maplewood, South Orange, Millburn, and Short Hills straight into New York Penn Station, and PATH, the Newark Light Rail, and extensive buses add options.
- Explore Branch Brook Park and its cherry blossoms, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, South Mountain Reservation, and Newark Liberty International Airport, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Essex County.
Commercial ownership in Essex County means choosing a market as much as a building. Downtown Newark offers the state's largest office and institutional core near a major transit hub; Montclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges offer walkable, high-demand retail and mixed-use; and the port-and-airport corridor offers industrial and logistics space serving one of the nation's busiest freight hubs. For investors and business owners, matching the property to the corridor, use, and tenant base is the key to a purchase that performs in one of New Jersey's most dynamic commercial markets.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Essex County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs in Essex County.
First-time buyer in Essex County or Essex County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What types of commercial property are available in Essex County, NJ?
Essex County offers downtown Newark office and mixed-use, walkable retail in Montclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges, and industrial and flex space near the port and airport. Call 888-327-6555 to discuss a use.
Where is the main office market in Essex County?
Downtown Newark is New Jersey's largest office and business district, home to major corporate, university, and institutional tenants near Penn Station and the arts district.
Where is the best retail commercial property in Essex County?
Montclair, Bloomfield, and the Oranges offer the county's densest, most walkable, high-foot-traffic retail, while downtown Newark serves office and institutional crowds.
Is Essex County a good place to invest in commercial real estate?
Many investors think so, citing a huge population, the state's biggest downtown, walkable retail, and port-and-airport logistics demand. Results depend on the property, the tenants, and the location.
What should I check before buying commercial property in Essex County?
Verify zoning and permitted uses, parking, lease terms if tenanted, and any environmental history, especially on older Newark industrial sites near the port. Due diligence on use, condition, and remediation is essential.
Are there mixed-use properties in Essex County?
Yes. Downtown Newark and the walkable suburban downtowns have extensive ground-floor retail with office or residential above, benefiting from the county's density and foot traffic.
How are property taxes on commercial real estate in Essex County?
Commercial property is assessed on value and taxed at each municipality's rate, though some Newark redevelopment carries abatements. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers assessment and appeals.
Can I buy a building for my own business in Essex County?
Yes. Many business owners buy owner-occupied commercial or mixed-use property in Essex County to control costs and build equity. We can help you find space that fits your use and budget.
How is financing different for commercial property?
Commercial purchases typically use commercial loans with different terms, down payments, and underwriting than residential. We can connect you with lenders experienced in Essex County commercial real estate.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell commercial property in Essex County?
Yes. We assist investors and business owners with commercial and mixed-use property across Essex County. Call 888-327-6555 to discuss your goals and current opportunities.
How do I find commercial listings in Essex County?
Call 888-327-6555 or register for a free account, since commercial and mixed-use opportunities are often marketed differently than residential and may not appear on consumer sites.
What corridors should commercial investors focus on in Essex County?
Downtown Newark, the Montclair and Bloomfield retail corridors, and the port-and-airport industrial zones are the county's primary commercial markets. We can help you target the right one.
Should I buy or lease commercial space in Essex County?
Buying builds equity and controls costs, while leasing preserves flexibility. We can help you weigh both for your business and capital.
Why choose Four Point Realty for your search.
Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Four Point Realty is a trusted NJ real estate resource led by Naveen Sharma, offering current listings, strong local market knowledge, and honest insights from the first showing to the closing table. Call 888-327-6555 today.
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