@Yehuda R.
When I was accompanying my in-laws on their home buying process in the Newark/Irvington area, my eyes opened on how hot the market is. Investors are picking up properties left and right in that area. Single family homes are being sold for $10-30K above asking price.
I suspect because of the rising price of rentals in NYC, tenants are now moving to the Newark/Irvington area. Since the NJ transit can take them from Newark to Manhattan within an hour or so, tenants can get the best of both worlds. Make NYC money but pay NJ rent.
Overall, what I am saying, if its a good deal, don't let it pass by. Investors are really hungry over there.
Hate Irvington, love Newark. Irvington taxes are killer and are only going up. City is also a pain to deal with. Have a few friends would portfolios there and none are buying there anymore. Most are focused on Newark.