Under contract

$279,900

299 Townsend St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

3beds

2baths

1,389sqft

$2,167/mo

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Multi Family

Built in 1900

-- sqft lot

$477,300 Zestimate^®

$202/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

The Seller has requested that all interested parties submit their highest, best, and final offer no later than 12:00 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026. Investment opportunity! This home is being delivered vacant! Property Details: - Unit 1 (First Floor): Living room, eat-in kitchen, full bath, and one bedroom. - Unit 2 (Second & Third Floor) Second Floor: Living room, eat-in kitchen, and office. - Third Floor: Two bedrooms. - Basement: Full unfinished area with utilities and laundry facilities. - Condition: House is being sold Strictly AS-IS. - Buyer Responsibilities: Buyer is responsible for the CO, Fire Certification, and any & all repairs. Location Highlights: The property is conveniently located near Rutgers University, Robert Wood Hospital, and downtown New Brunswick, offering excellent accessibility and consistent rental demand. It is close to the Rutgers bus stop at the corner of George and New Street.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2

Heating

Radiators-Hot Water

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater(Gas), Water Heater, Unit 1(Range/Oven, Refrigerator), Unit 2(Range/Oven, Refrigerator)

Features

Unit 1(1 Bedroom, Kitchen, 1 Bath, Living Room), Unit 2(2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, 1 Bath, Living Room, See Remarks)
Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,389
Total interior livable area: 1,389 sqft

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Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street

Features

Stories: 3
Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Porch

Lot

Size: 2,500 Square Feet
Dimensions: 100.00 x 25.00
Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit

Details

Parcel number: 1300146000000010
Zoning: R-5A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Multi Family

Materials

Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Location

Region: New Brunswick

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $202/sqft
Tax assessed value: $199,600
Annual tax amount: $5,228
Date on market: 5/27/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

$477,300

$430,000 - $520,000

$1,710/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/9/2026	Contingent	$279,900$202/sqft
Source: All Jersey MLS #2616257R Report a problem
5/27/2026	Listed for sale	$279,900+191.6%$202/sqft
Source: All Jersey MLS #2616257R Report a problem
11/21/2001	Sold	$96,000$69/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,228	$199,600
2024	$5,228 +3%	$199,600
2023	$5,076 +2.2%	$199,600
2022	$4,968 +0.4%	$199,600
2021	$4,948 +34.8%	$199,600
2020	$3,670 -22.4%	$199,600
2019	$4,727	$199,600
2018	$4,727 -16%	$199,600
2017	$5,625 +2.4%	$199,600 +108.1%
2016	$5,491 +1.8%	$95,900
2015	$5,393 +0.8%	$95,900
2014	$5,350 +1.9%	$95,900
2013	$5,250 +2.6%	$95,900
2012	$5,114 +3.3%	$95,900
2011	$4,950 +2.7%	$95,900
2010	$4,821 +2.9%	$95,900
2009	$4,684	$95,900
2008	--	$95,900 +6.6%
2007	--	$90,000
2006	--	$90,000
2005	--	$90,000
2004	$3,573	$90,000
2003	--	$90,000
2002	--	$90,000
2001	--	$90,000