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    • $799,000

    491 Mercer St, Jersey City, NJ 07306

    4beds
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    $5,533/mo
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    Multi Family
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $795,300 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Eat-in kitchenHardwood floorsTwo large bedroomsStainless steel appliancesTwo bathrooms
    This beautiful and well-maintained 2-family house, located in the highly sought-after Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, is truly a must-see property! The duplex unit features two large bedrooms, a small den/office space, two bathrooms, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and a private 550 sq. ft. backyard with a large deck, perfect for entertaining guests! The ground-floor unit offers one bedroom, an eat-in kitchen, a full bathroom, and a spacious living area. The location is just 8 blocks from the Journal Square Path Station and a 10-minute drive to the Holland Tunnel. With a lot size of 16x102 AV, this property is situated in a quiet, safe residential area with easy access to transportation, restaurants, and shopping. Don't miss this opportunity to own a charming 2-family home in a prime location!
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    Listed by:

    ERIN DOWNS 917-833-7322,

    COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC 551-212-3870

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 260013362

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Radiators
      Cooling
      • Gas
      Features
      • Basement: None

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0613502000000002

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Row House
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Jersey City

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $478,100
      • Annual tax amount: $10,676
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026

        Estimated market value

        $795,300

        $756,000 - $835,000

        $2,893/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/9/2026Listed for sale$799,000
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        10/14/2025Listing removed$799,000
        Source: HCMLS #250004772 Report a problem
        3/13/2025Listed for sale$799,000+70.4%
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        2/24/2018Listing removed$2,300
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        12/28/2017Price change$2,300-6.1%
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        10/5/2017Listed for rent$2,450
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        10/26/2016Sold$469,000
        Source: HCMLS #160010733 Report a problem
        7/25/2016Listing removed$469,000
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        7/19/2016Listed for sale$469,000+56.4%
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        11/26/2012Listing removed$299,900
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        11/10/2012Listed for sale$299,900+9.1%
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        10/23/2012Sold$275,000-1.8%
        Source: HCMLS #120004419 Report a problem
        10/14/2012Price change$280,000-5%
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        4/30/2012Price change$294,800-1.4%
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        4/29/2012Price change$299,000+1.4%
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        4/26/2012Price change$294,800-1.4%
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        4/24/2012Price change$299,000+1.4%
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        4/22/2012Price change$294,800-1.4%
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        4/21/2012Price change$299,000+1.4%
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        4/15/2012Price change$294,800-1.4%
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        3/16/2012Price change$299,000-3.5%
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        12/17/2011Price change$309,900-6.1%
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        10/9/2011Price change$329,900-5.7%
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        8/26/2011Price change$349,900-9.1%
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        7/29/2011Listed for sale$385,000-9.4%
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        4/6/2006Sold$425,000+81.6%
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        3/27/2004Sold$234,000+41.8%
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        9/24/2003Sold$165,000+57.1%
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        8/26/2002Sold$105,000+7.1%
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        8/10/1999Sold$98,000
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$10,676 $478,100
        2024$10,676 -0.6%$478,100
        2023$10,743 +40.1%$478,100
        2022$7,669 $478,100
        2021$7,669 +4.2%$478,100
        2020$7,363 +3.5%$478,100
        2019$7,114 +3.6%$478,100
        2018$6,864 +1.3%$478,100 +443.3%
        2017$6,777 +2.9%$88,000
        2016$6,584 +0.6%$88,000
        2015$6,542 -0.4%$88,000
        2014$6,570 +3.9%$88,000
        2013$6,322 +2.5%$88,000
        2012$6,167 +1.5%$88,000
        2011$6,075 +15%$88,000
        2010$5,281 +8.1%$88,000
        2009$4,886 $88,000
        2008-- $88,000
        2007-- $88,000
        2006-- $88,000
        2005-- $88,000
        2004-- $88,000
        2003-- $88,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: McGinley Square

        Getting around

        95 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        76 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        63 / 100
        Bikeable

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