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  • Price cut: $9.9K (6/27)
    $580,000

    278 Monmouth St #2L, Jersey City, NJ 07302

    2beds
    708sqft
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    $4,481/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $581,500 Zestimate®
    $819/sqft
    $465/mo HOA

    What's special

    High ceilingsNew refrigerator and microwaveLeafy surroundingsRich hardwood floorsDetailed crown moldingSleek electric blindsNew chandelier
    Searching for a condo that feels classic yet refreshingly modern. This beautifully updated two-bedroom plus den, one-bath condo in Historic Downtown Jersey City delivers just that – steps from Van Vorst Park, Liberty State Park, and the best of downtown living. This retreat is perfect for any stage of life and captures the spirit of city living with a sense of calm and comfort. What if you found a home that feels like a little piece of calm in the middle of the city? High ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and detailed crown molding create a sense of timeless elegance, while the smart layout offers bedrooms on opposite ends for added privacy. The den is flexible that has served as an art studio, home office, nursery, or cozy guest nook – a space that’s ready to evolve with your lifestyle. It’s easy to see why this kitchen feels like the soul of the home – inviting and perfectly suited for both quiet mornings and lively evenings. Here, every update has been made with comfort and care: a new refrigerator and microwave, energy-efficient windows, sleek electric blinds, a new chandelier, and a modern fireplace that adds a touch of warmth and luxury. Washer/Dryer room only one flight down. You’ll fall in love with evenings on your private terrace – freshly painted and detailed in wrought metal – as the quiet hum of the city mingles with the wide, open sky. Set amid leafy surroundings and moments from a multitude of transportation options: PATH station (Grove Street), multiple Citi bike locations, Light Rail and Ferry. Building History: 278 Monmouth Street is a contributing historic resource in the Van Vorst Park Historic District. 278 Monmouth is protected by the Jersey City Historical Society, and the style is Neo-Greco Italianate, and it was originally built circa 1890. Book a viewing today!
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    Listed by:

    ANDREW BOTTICELLI 908-433-7999,

    COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC 201-627-4947

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 260014304

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Dining room
      • Description: 1 Dining Room
      Kitchen
      • Description: 1 Kitchen
      Living room
      • Description: 1 Living Room
      Heating
      • Baseboard
      Cooling
      • Wall Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Oven
      • Laundry: Common Area
      Features
      • Terrace, Fireplace, 1 Other Room
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 708
      • Total interior livable area: 708 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0613901000000024C0201
      • Other equipment: Intercom

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Row House,Multi Level
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Brick

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • HOA fee: $465 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Jersey City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $819/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $496,300
      • Annual tax amount: $11,082
      • Date on market: 7/21/2026

        Estimated market value

        $581,500

        $552,000 - $611,000

        $3,302/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/27/2026Price change$580,000-1.7%$819/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #260012590 Report a problem
        4/16/2026Price change$589,900-1.7%$833/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #260007022 Report a problem
        11/20/2025Listed for sale$599,900+22.4%$847/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #250023733 Report a problem
        12/17/2018Sold$490,000-1.8%$692/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #180017448 Report a problem
        9/12/2018Price change$499,000-5%$705/sqft
        Source: Nest Seekers Report a problem
        6/9/2018Listed for sale$525,000+105.9%$742/sqft
        Source: Nest Seekers Report a problem
        12/2/2003Sold$255,000+18.6%$360/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/22/2003Sold$215,000+42.4%$304/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/18/2000Sold$151,000+79.8%$213/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/7/1999Sold$84,000$119/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$11,082 $496,300
        2024$11,082 -0.6%$496,300
        2023$11,152 +40.1%$496,300
        2022$7,961 $496,300
        2021$7,961 +4.2%$496,300
        2020$7,643 +3.5%$496,300
        2019$7,385 +122.8%$496,300
        2018$3,315 +1.3%$496,300 +1067.8%
        2017$3,273 +2.9%$42,500
        2016$3,180 +0.6%$42,500
        2015$3,159 -0.4%$42,500
        2014$3,173 +6.5%$42,500
        2012$2,978 $42,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Downtown

        Getting around

        97 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        78 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        74 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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