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Sold for $501,000
  • $501,000

    226 Merchants Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    3beds
    --sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $624,800 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $3,532 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $624,800

    $594,000 - $656,000

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    What's special

    Master bedroomRoomy eat-in kitchenRecessed lightingHardwood floorsClose promixity to schools
    Welcome to this lovely ranch home in a desirable South Plainfield neighborhood! This 3 bed, 1.5 bath home comes with a full basement and a 1-car garage. The backyard is flat, spacious and peaceful, spanning over a quarter acre. Inside, the main level offers a roomy eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet/counter space. The living room is bright and features beautiful large windows. You'll also find a full bathroom and three well-appointed bedrooms on this level, including a master bedroom with it's own half bath. Recessed lighting and hardwood floors are found throughout the first level. Additional storage space is available in the attic. Located near Route 287 and public transportation via NJ Transit. Close promixity to schools and lovely neighbors will make it bittersweet for the sellers to leave. Schedule a showing today and discover the charm, convenience, and comfort of this South Plainfield gem! MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE WEDNESDAY 6/21 AT 6 PM.

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    Listed by:

    ALEX MONACO,

    RE/MAX IN STYLE 609-303-3456

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2351275MMLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Half Bath
    • Area: 224
    • Dimensions: 16 x 14
    Bedroom 2
    • Area: 144
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bedroom 3
    • Area: 108
    • Dimensions: 12 x 9
    Bathroom
    • Features: Tub Shower
    Family room
    • Area: 528
    • Length: 24
    Kitchen
    • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
    • Area: 216
    • Dimensions: 18 x 12
    Living room
    • Area: 220
    • Dimensions: 20 x 11
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Baseboard Hotwater, Zoned
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath Other, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, Attic, None
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Partially Finished, Den, Laundry Facilities, Storage Space, Workshop
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: 2 Car Width, Concrete, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2200188000000014
    • Zoning: R10

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Development Home, Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1958

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: Natural Gas
    • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: South Plainfield

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $121,600
    • Annual tax amount: $8,020
    • Date on market: 6/16/2023
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Electric utility on property: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/17/2023Sold$501,000+8.9%
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2351275M Report a problem
    6/27/2023Contingent$460,000
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2351275M Report a problem
    6/27/2023Pending sale$460,000
    Source: GSMLS #3849376 Report a problem
    6/16/2023Listed for sale$460,000+53.8%
    Source: GSMLS #3849376 Report a problem
    1/8/2015Listing removed$299,000
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    11/18/2014Listed for sale$299,000
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    10/2/2014Listing removed$299,000
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    7/30/2014Price change$299,000-3.5%
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    6/3/2014Price change$309,791-3.2%
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    4/10/2014Listed for sale$319,900+77.7%
    Source: Jack Pedersen Realty #1413724 Report a problem
    8/3/2000Sold$180,000
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,490 $121,600
    2024$8,490 +4.6%$121,600
    2023$8,120 +1.3%$121,600
    2022$8,020 +2.4%$121,600
    2021$7,831 +1.5%$121,600
    2020$7,717 +7%$121,600
    2019$7,213 $121,600
    2018$7,213 +6.1%$121,600
    2017$6,800 +4.4%$121,600
    2016$6,512 +3%$121,600
    2015$6,324 +2.7%$121,600
    2014$6,157 +2.7%$121,600
    2013$5,994 +2.5%$121,600 +3.7%
    2012$5,845 +4.6%$117,300 +2.6%
    2011$5,586 -2.6%$114,300
    2010$5,736 +7.5%$114,300
    2009$5,336 $114,300
    2008-- $114,300
    2007$18,747 +12.2%$114,300
    2006$16,715 +2%$114,300
    2005$16,390 $114,300
    2004-- $114,300
    2003-- $114,300
    2002-- $114,300
    2001-- $114,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 07080

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