Welcome home to this beautiful and well-maintained classic colonial, perfectly situated in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a spacious kitchen featuring a breakfast bar that opens to a formal dining roomideal for gatherings and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a tastefully remodeled bathroom, offering both comfort and modern style. Enjoy relaxing on the cozy open porch on warm summer nights or cool fall evenings. The spacious backyard and patio area provide the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, play, or peaceful retreat. Conveniently located close to major highways, this home is ideal for commuters and those looking for easy access to the Jersey shore. Don't miss the opportunity to own this timeless, move-in-ready gem that combines classic charm with modern comfort.
For sale
Price cut: $9.5K (10/15)
$499,500
5 Fairview Ave, South River, NJ 08882
3beds
1,346sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
3,998 Square Feet Lot
$518,200 Zestimate®
$371/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious kitchenTastefully remodeled bathroomGleaming hardwood floors throughoutCozy open porchThree generously sized bedroomsBreakfast bar
- 27 days
- 1,254
- 131
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
THOMAS BOROWSKI 973-723-3637,
HOWARD HANNA RAND REALTY
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2705099R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, None
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,346
- Total interior livable area: 1,346 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Patio, Storage Shed
Lot
- Size: 3,998 Square Feet
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2300180000000006
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: South River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $371/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,800
- Annual tax amount: $7,014
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$518,200
$487,000 - $549,000
$3,209/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Price change | $499,500-1.9%$371/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2705099R Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $509,000-1.9%$378/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2705099R Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2026 | Listing removed | $519,000$386/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2606789R Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $519,000$386/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2606789R Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Contingent | $519,000$386/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2606789R Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $519,000+78.4%$386/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2606789R Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2018 | Sold | $291,000+5.8%$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $275,000$204/sqft |
Source: WEICHERT CO REALTORS #1824745 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2018 | Pending sale | $275,000$204/sqft |
Source: WEICHERT CO REALTORS #1824745 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $275,000+124.9%$204/sqft |
Source: WEICHERT CO REALTORS #1824745 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/1996 | Sold | $122,250$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,694 | $262,800 |
| 2024 | $6,694 +3.1% | $262,800 |
| 2023 | $6,494 +1.8% | $262,800 |
| 2022 | $6,381 +3.9% | $262,800 |
| 2021 | $6,142 +2.2% | $262,800 |
| 2020 | $6,010 +18.9% | $262,800 +317.8% |
| 2019 | $5,057 +7.4% | $62,900 |
| 2018 | $4,709 +0.5% | $62,900 |
| 2017 | $4,687 +2.3% | $62,900 |
| 2016 | $4,582 +2.3% | $62,900 |
| 2015 | $4,477 +3% | $62,900 |
| 2014 | $4,346 +2.9% | $62,900 |
| 2013 | $4,224 +0.8% | $62,900 |
| 2012 | $4,193 +4.1% | $62,900 |
| 2011 | $4,026 +2.4% | $62,900 |
| 2010 | $3,931 +0.2% | $62,900 |
| 2009 | $3,923 | $62,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $62,900 -5% |
| 2005 | -- | $66,200 |
| 2004 | $3,085 | $66,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $66,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $66,200 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $61,600 |
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