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For sale by owner
  • $925,000

    128 Sterling Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07305

    6beds
    3,000sqft
    : 
    $6,347/mo
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    MultiFamily
    Built in 1912
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $308/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Contemporary finishesElectric fireplaceModern kitchenOne-car drivewayRecessed lightingRenovated bathroomPrivate fenced backyard
    Private showings by appointment only, please email by clicking "property owner" in this listing. Please send your contact info for showings and inquiries. Please note in the email if you are a buyer or a realtor. Please allow 24 hours advanced notice for showing with 48 hours preferred. Mortgage buyers must provide a current pre-approval letter for showings. Cash buyers must provide proof of funds prior to scheduling a showing. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. Seller will make no repairs or provide repair credits. The property is being conveyed in its current condition. It is move in ready for its next owner. Welcome to 128 Sterling Avenue, a beautifully maintained two-family home offering the perfect blend of comfortable owner-occupied comfort, rental income potential and long-term investment potential. The spacious first-floor owner's residence lives more like a single-family home, featuring an open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The heart of the home is an open concept kitchen with center island and a five-burner gas cooktop, complemented by double wall ovens, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, recessed lighting, an electric fireplace, and attractive wood-look flooring throughout. Natural light fills the dining room through a skylight, (recently replaced along with the roof) while sliding glass doors open to a private, fully fenced backyard creating an inviting indoor-outdoor living space that's hard to find in Jersey City. Additional features include a renovated first-floor bathroom, dedicated pantry, laundry room, generous storage, a front balcony off the living room, and multiple access points to the backyard. The second-family apartment has been tastefully renovated with new flooring, a modern kitchen, renovated bathroom, contemporary finishes, and new utilities, making it ideal for rental income or extended family. The finished basement offers valuable bonus space and includes a full bathroom, gas and water connections, washer and dryer hookups, generous storage, and a separate entrance from the driveway, providing exceptional flexibility for a variety of permitted uses. Property Features Legal two-family home Separate gas, electric, and utilities Spacious owner's residence with open-concept layout Custom kitchen island w/ storage Five-burner gas cooktop Double wall ovens Stainless steel appliances Electric fireplace Renovated first-floor bathroom Renovated second-floor apartment Roof replaced Skylight replaced Concrete Front Steps replaced Finished basement with full bathroom Gas and water connections in basement Washer and dryer hookups in basement Updated utilities in bathroom One-car driveway Private fenced backyard Conveniently located near shopping, schools, parks, public transportation, and major highways, This property offers an exceptional opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors alike. Move in ready.
    What the owner loves about this home
    renovated, clean, convenient, feels like a home, open concept
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    Property Owner (201) 424-0708

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Gas
      Cooling
      • Evaporative
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Trash compactor, Washer
      • Laundry: None
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Laminate
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Carport
      Features
      • Exterior features: Stucco, Vinyl, Brick, Cement / Concrete
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City
      Lot
      • Size: 2,500 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0625401000000073

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1912

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Jersey City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $308/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $279,600
      • Annual tax amount: $6,243
      • Date on market: 8/3/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $2,182/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/3/2026Listed for sale$925,000+2932.8%$308/sqft
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        5/20/2025Listing removed$2,100$1/sqft
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        4/29/2025Listed for rent$2,100+10.5%$1/sqft
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        11/20/2023Listing removed--
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        9/2/2023Price change$1,900+2.7%$1/sqft
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        7/11/2023Listed for rent$1,850-5.1%$1/sqft
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        6/13/2023Listing removed--
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        1/2/2023Price change$1,950-2.5%$1/sqft
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        12/6/2022Listed for rent$2,000$1/sqft
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        11/29/1974Sold$30,500$10/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,243 $279,600
        2024$6,243 +3.5%$279,600
        2023$6,033 +42.5%$279,600
        2022$4,235 $279,600
        2021$4,235 +4.4%$279,600
        2020$4,056 +3.7%$279,600
        2019$3,910 -34.7%$279,600
        2018$5,990 +1.3%$279,600 +249.5%
        2017$5,911 +3.1%$80,000
        2016$5,736 -3.6%$80,000
        2015$5,947 -22.4%$80,000 -24.5%
        2014$7,664 +4.1%$106,000
        2013$7,365 +2.6%$106,000
        2012$7,178 +1.6%$106,000
        2011$7,067 +15.6%$106,000
        2010$6,111 +8.4%$106,000
        2009$5,635 $106,000
        2008-- $106,000
        2007-- $106,000
        2006-- $106,000
        2005-- $106,000
        2004-- $106,000
        2003-- $106,000
        2002-- $106,000
        2001-- $106,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Greenville

        Getting around

        77 / 100
        Very Walkable
        68 / 100
        Good Transit
        64 / 100
        Bikeable

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