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Property Description
Rare Historic Live/Work Compound with Former 19th-Century Barrel Factory Unique opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind two-family property featuring a massive rear accessory structure with soaring 14-foot ceilings and historic industrial character dating back to the late 1800s. Originally operating as a barrel factory/cooperage, the rear building offers exceptional flexibility for storage, workshop, studio, collector, artisan, or hobby use. The property combines residential income potential with an extraordinarily rare high-clearance structure seldom found in residential settings. The front two-family residence provides multiple living arrangements ideal for owner-occupants, multigenerational living, or rental income. Behind the home sits the impressive former factory building with expansive open space, dramatic ceiling height, and endless adaptive-use possibilities. Property highlights include: Two-family residential configuration Historic former barrel factory/workshop structure Approximate 14-foot ceilings in rear building Exceptional storage and flex-space potential Rare live/work layout Large-scale accessory structure Income-producing potential Unique adaptive reuse opportunity Ideal for collectors, artists, makers, tradespeople, or hobbyists Convenient access to major transportation routes A truly distinctive property with character, history, and possibilities that are increasingly difficult to find in New Jersey. Great Location: Close To GS Parkway, NJ Turnpike, Rt. 1, Rt. 9, Rt 287. Very Safe Neighborhood and great Neighbors!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 141 Dunbar Ave
General
- Price: $950,000
- Taxes: $14,774 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2606445R
- Updated: 5/22/2026
- Added to Site: 214 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: Unit 1(Month-Month)
Interior
- Interior Features: Unit 1(Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, 1 Bath, Living Room), Unit 2(Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, 1 Bath, Living Room)
- Appliances: Water Heater(Electric), Water Heater, Unit 1(Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer), Unit 2(Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 2,063 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch(es) - Enclosed, Porch(es) - Open, Screen/Storm Window, Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard, Porch, Shades Some, Private Entrance, Screens/Storms, Storage Area-Private
- Deck/Patio: Enclosed, Porch(es) - Open, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Garage, Oversized, Detached, 4 or More Car Parking, Paved
- Parking: Garage, Oversized, Detached, 4(+)Car Parking, Paved
Location
- County: Middlesex
Community
- Gated: Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: A/C Wall Unit(s), A/C Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Zoned, Baseboard, Baseboard Hotwater, Separately Controlled
Utilities
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Basement Desc.: Slab, None
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screen/Storm Window, Shades Some, Screens/Storms
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,063
- Year Built: 1963
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2583
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,252
- Lot Dimensions: 150.00 x 85.00
- Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit
- Zoning: R-10
- Lot Description: Near Shopping, Near Train, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit
- Fencing (Description): Fencing/Wall
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $14,774
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Unit 1(Month-Month)
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 25001750600281
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Schools
Schools serving 141 Dunbar Ave
School District:Woodbridge Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fords Middle School Fanning Street, Woodbridge Township, NJ 08863 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Woodbridge High School 25 Samuel Lupo Place, Woodbridge Township, NJ 07095 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 141 Dunbar Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/24/2025
Listed
$950,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 141 Dunbar Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$14,774
3%
$117,000
—
2023
$14,343
3%
$117,000
—
2022
$13,957
1%
$117,000
—
2021
$13,813
8%
$117,000
—
2018
$12,762
2%
$117,000
—
2017
$12,538
1%
$117,000
—
2016
$12,435
2%
$117,000
—
2015
$12,193
-6%
$117,000
—
2019
$13,020
11%
$117,000
—
2013
$11,750
—
$117,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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141 Dunbar Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863 (MLS# 2606445R) is a Duplex property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 141 Dunbar Avenue is currently listed for $950,000 and was received on October 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 141 Dunbar Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Fords? You can browse all Fords real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

