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Property Description
Excellent Investment Opportunity in this stunning 2 Family Home in thriving Jersey City! Offering over 3100+ sq ft of luxurious finished living in a prime commuter location, meticulously maintained, with dual Master Suites, Finished Basement, private Rooftop, and Garage parking, just pack your bags and move right in! Both currently tenant occupied, creating an immediate income stream with the option to live in the main unit in the spring. Each unit offers 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, including a blissful Master Suite with dual closets, ensuite full bath, and private balcony. Gleaming hardwood flooring throughout and a crisp neutral palette makes it easy to customize. Spacious open living/dining combo makes for seamless living and entertaining. Both units are adorned with a cozy recessed wall mounted fireplace that is perfect for the season. Each gorgeous eat-in-kitchen will delight any home chef, offering sleek SS appliances, delightful breakfast bar, waterfall quartz countertops, and high gloss acrylic cabinets. Unit 1 has access to the full finished basement, boasting a large, versatile rec room that is great for a home office, along with a convenient 1/2 bath. Unit 2 has its own access to the peaceful, private rooftop, offering a partial deck and turf that is great for outdoor entertaining, with fantastic views of the city skyline. Quaint fenced-in backyard with private patio adds to the package. Central air/forced heat, in-unit washer & dryers, 2 non-tandem garage parking spaces, the list goes on! Perfectly appointed on a prime corner lot, just 3 blocks from the Danforth Light Rail, steps to the bus line, shopping, conveniences, close to major roads, and more. Don't miss out! Claim your slice of Jersey City today! *Coming Soon - Showings begin Saturday 1/10*
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 197 Garfield Ave
General
- Price: $1,150,000
- Taxes: $7,288 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2608868R
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Unit 1(Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Laundry Hookup, Living Room, 2+ Baths), Unit 2(Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, 2+ Baths)
- Appliances: Water Heater(See Remarks, Gas), Water Heater, Unit 1(Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer), Unit 2(Range/Oven, Refrigerator)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 3,192 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Curbs, Porch(es) - Open, Deck, Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall, Yard, Blinds, Porch, Private Entrance
- Deck/Patio: Patio, Porch(es) - Open, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener, 1-2 Car Parking, Paved
- Parking: Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener, 1-2 Car Parking, Paved
Location
- County: Hudson
Community
- Gated: Curbs, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: A/C Central - All, Unit 1(A/C Central), Unit 2(A/C Central)
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Space Heater
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Bath Half, Recreation Room, Tenant Use, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities
- Roof: Flat
- Windows: Blinds
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 3,192
- Year Built: 2020
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0544
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,370
- Lot Dimensions: 96.00 x 0.00
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Near Public Transit
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level, Near Public Transit
- Fencing (Description): Fencing/Wall
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,288
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 62940100000002902
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Schools
Schools serving 197 Garfield Ave
School District:Jersey City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Alexander D. Sullivan No. 30 Elementary School 171 Seaview Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Ezra L. Nolan No. 40 Middle School 88 Gates Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | 6-8 | 0.1 mi |
Henry Snyder High School 239 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 197 Garfield Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/10/2026
Listed
$1,150,000
44.65%
MLS
7/02/2020
Sold
$795,000
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Public Record
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 197 Garfield Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$12,054
5%
$539,800
—
2022
$11,433
32%
$539,800
—
2021
$8,646
129%
$539,800
-2%
2019
$3,775
—
$548,700
124%
2019
$3,775
321%
$245,100
306%
2018
$897
-81%
$60,300
—
2017
$4,703
1%
$60,300
—
2016
$4,644
3%
$60,300
—
2015
$4,512
—
$60,300
—
2013
$4,502
—
$60,300
—
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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197 Garfield Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305 (MLS# 2608868R) is a Duplex property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 197 Garfield Avenue is currently listed for $1,150,000 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 197 Garfield Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Jersey City? You can browse all Jersey City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

