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Property Description
Well-maintained two-family home located just blocks from downtown Garwood and in close proximity to the train station, offering convenient access to NYC commuting. Both units are currently rented, providing immediate income. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with hardwood floors throughout and functional layouts. The first-floor unit is larger and includes exclusive access to a private deck, currently leased at $2,525/month through 6/30/2027. The second-floor unit features a combined living and dining area and is leased at $1,500/month through 5/31/2027. Additional features include a shared basement with washer and dryer, recreation space, and a full bathroom, providing added utility. The property also includes a detached two-car garage with loft storage and access to a shared backyard. Situated on two lots (228 & 224 Willow Avenue) totaling approximately 80 x 100. Conveniently located near downtown Garwood's restaurants, shops, everyday amenities, and NJ Transit. Some photos are virtually staged. Additional photos reflect the property prior to tenant occupancy.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 228 Willow Ave
General
- Price: $689,000
- Taxes: $10,946 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4028784
- Updated: Today (5/19/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Wood Floors
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Union
- Driving Directions: South Ave to Oak St to Willow Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: Forced Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas, Cable TV Available, Garbage Included
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 2-Two Story
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished-Partially, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1940
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Eat-In Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, See Remarks
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, See Remarks
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 100
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Blacktop, See Remarks
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $179,700
- Land Assmt: $162,000
- Tax Amount: $10,946
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures: Yes
- Block: 502
- Lot Number: 15
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Price & Sales History for 228 Willow Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/19/2026
Listed
$689,000
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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 228 Willow Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,523
6%
$341,700
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2022
$8,994
3%
$341,700
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2021
$8,741
-20%
$341,700
209%
2018
$10,965
2%
$110,700
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2017
$10,699
3%
$110,700
—
2016
$10,424
-7%
$110,700
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2019
$11,204
9%
$110,700
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2015
$10,290
6%
$110,700
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2013
$9,733
—
$110,700
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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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228 Willow Ave, Garwood, NJ 07027 (MLS# 4028784) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 228 Willow Ave is currently listed for $689,000 and was received on May 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 228 Willow Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Garwood? You can browse all Garwood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

