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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,171 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 6 hours ago

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285 Plainfield Ave,Berkeley Heights Township, NJ 07922

285 Plainfield AveBerkeley Heights TownshipNJ07922

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Set on a rare .72-acre property just a 6-minute walk to the train, 285 Plainfield Avenue is a historically charming and beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a dedicated second-floor office in the heart of Berkeley Heights. Offering a seamless commute to NYC in under an hour, this home combines space, convenience, and modern living in one exceptional opportunity. Upstairs, in addition to four well-proportioned bedrooms, a dedicated home office provides the ideal work-from-home setup or flexible bonus space. The partially finished basement with a large finished bonus area adds exceptional versatility, perfect for a home gym, playroom, or media space, with additional room for storage or future customization. The expansive .72-acre lot offers outstanding outdoor potential ideal for entertaining, play, or creating your own private backyard retreat. Recent upgrades include security cameras and automated smart locks, adding modern convenience and peace of mind. Positioned for both accessibility and everyday ease, this home offers the best of suburban living with unmatched commuter convenience. With close proximity to downtown shops, dining, parks, and major commuting routes, this is a unique opportunity to own a move-in ready home with space, flexibility, and direct access to NYC.

Full Property Details for 285 Plainfield Ave

General

  • Price: $1,195,000
  • Taxes: $19,082 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 4022813
  • Updated: Today (4/23/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • 2nd Floor/Level 2: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Office
  • 1st Floor/Level 1: Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, MudRoom, Powder Room
  • Lower Level: Exercise Room, Laundry Room
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cathedral Ceiling, Fire Extinguisher, Jacuzzi-Type Tub, SoakTub, Stall Shower and Tub, Walk-In Closet
  • Number of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Gas, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Stone, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Walk-In Closet

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 18 x 17, First
  • Family Room: 23 x 19, First
  • Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, 18 x 15, First
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, 16 x 14, First
  • Den: Second
  • MudRoom: 15 x 6, First
  • Exercise Room: 21 x 19, Basement

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, FencVnyl

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage

Location

  • County: Union
  • Driving Directions: Springfield or Mountain to Plainfield

School Information

  • Elementary School: Mountain
  • Middle School: Columbia
  • High School: Governor

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: 1 Unit
  • Heating Type: 1 Unit, Multi-Zone, Radiant - Electric, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water
  • Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished-Partially
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Square Feet: 3,171
  • Year Built: 1816
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2026

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.72
  • Lot Size: .719 AC
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
  • Lot Description: Corner

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $436,700
  • Land Assmt: $121,700
  • Tax Amount: $19,082
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
  • Disclosures: Yes
  • APN: 2901-01203-0000-00001-0000-
  • Block: 1203
  • Lot Number: 1

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Schools serving 285 Plainfield Ave

School District:Berkeley Heights Township School District
NameGradesDistance
Mcmillin Early Child Center
651 Mountain Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
PK-10.7 mi
Mountain Park Elementary School
55 Fairfax Drive, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
2-50.9 mi
Columbia Middle School
345 Plainfield Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
6-80.3 mi
Governor Livingston High School
175 Watchung Boulevard, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
9-122.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 285 Plainfield Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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4/23/2026
Listed
$1,195,000
29.19%
MLS
6/16/2021
Sold
$925,000
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Tax History for 285 Plainfield Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$18,588
2%
$433,600
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2022
$18,207
21%
$433,600
21%
2020
$15,012
1%
$357,600
—
2019
$14,937
2%
$357,600
—
2018
$14,626
1%
$357,600
—
2017
$14,447
2%
$357,600
—
2016
$14,193
1%
$357,600
—
2015
$14,114
7%
$357,600
—
2013
$13,235
—
$357,600
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285 Plainfield Ave, Berkeley Heights Township, NJ 07922 (MLS# 4022813) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 285 Plainfield Ave is currently listed for $1,195,000 and was received on April 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 285 Plainfield Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Berkeley Heights Township? You can browse all Berkeley Heights Township real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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