Welcome to 42 Center Ave, an adorable 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage nestled in the heart of Leonardo! Bursting with charm and character, this quaint single-story home offers an inviting and easy-to-maintain layout that's perfect for a first-time buyer, downsizer, weekend retreat, or investment property. Inside, you'll find a comfortable living space, updated kitchen and bath, central air, and plenty of natural light throughout. Step outside to a spacious rear deck/patio and backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer nights at the Jersey Shore. Location is where this home truly shines! Just minutes from the Seastreak Ferry, offering convenient access to Manhattan, as well as nearby beaches, marinas, shopping and restaurants. The home is also just a short drive from the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development at Fort Monmouth. Cute, quaint and packed with charm, 42 Center Ave is a wonderful opportunity to own an affordable piece of the Jersey Shore in a location with so much happening around it. Come see everything this charming Leonardo cottage has to offer!
Pending
$419,900
42 Center Avenue, Leonardo, NJ 07737
2beds
688sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$432,800 Zestimate®
$610/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quaint single-story homeCentral airUpdated kitchen and bathComfortable living spaceInviting and easy-to-maintain layout
- 19 days
- 995
- 79
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyle Golden 201-400-5427,
C21 Thomson & Co.
Source: MoreMLS,MLS#: 22629708
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.0
Bedroom
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
Bathroom
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 5.0
Kitchen
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 10.0
Living room
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 21.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dec Molding, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Slate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Attic
Interior area
- Total structure area: 688
- Total interior livable area: 688 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, On Street, None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 101
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3200393000000008
- Zoning description: Residential, Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Leonardo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $610/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,133
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Inclusions: Washer, Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Microwave, Stove, Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Screens, Gas Cooking
- Exclusions: Personal Items
Estimated market value
$432,800
$411,000 - $454,000
$2,590/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Pending sale | $419,900$610/sqft |
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| 9/21/2026 | Listing removed | $2,500$4/sqft |
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| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,900+98.1%$610/sqft |
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| 8/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,500$4/sqft |
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| 1/10/2020 | Sold | $212,000-3.2%$308/sqft |
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| 11/8/2019 | Pending sale | $219,000$318/sqft |
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| 10/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $219,000$318/sqft |
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| 9/27/2019 | Pending sale | $219,000$318/sqft |
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| 8/22/2019 | Price change | $219,000-2.6%$318/sqft |
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| 8/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $224,900+40.6%$327/sqft |
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| 6/20/2019 | Sold | $160,000+2.6%$233/sqft |
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| 10/16/2003 | Sold | $156,000+30%$227/sqft |
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| 10/12/2001 | Sold | $120,000+64.6%$174/sqft |
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| 11/11/1998 | Sold | $72,900$106/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,251 +19.4% | $380,000 +19.4% |
| 2024 | $5,234 +3.5% | $318,200 +9.3% |
| 2023 | $5,058 +8% | $291,000 +17% |
| 2022 | $4,685 +2.6% | $248,800 +13.3% |
| 2021 | $4,568 +26.8% | $219,600 +10.2% |
| 2020 | $3,603 +23.3% | $199,300 +16.8% |
| 2019 | $2,923 | $170,600 +26.5% |
| 2018 | $2,923 -9.6% | $134,900 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $3,233 -0.3% | $133,700 -9% |
| 2016 | $3,242 +0.6% | $146,900 |
| 2015 | $3,223 +2.2% | $146,900 +3.2% |
| 2014 | $3,153 +1.5% | $142,400 |
| 2013 | $3,107 +1% | $142,400 |
| 2012 | $3,077 -0.6% | $142,400 |
| 2011 | $3,097 +3.9% | $142,400 -14.5% |
| 2010 | $2,982 -0.7% | $166,500 |
| 2009 | $3,003 | $166,500 +117.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $76,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $76,400 |
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Neighborhood: 07737
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Leonardo
- Middle: Bayshore
- High: Middle South
Source: MoreMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







