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$2,395,000
Property Description
Circa 1852, this four-story, four family classic 25 foot brownstone on Van Vorst Park, sits on a 100 foot deep lot , which lends to extension possibilities. This grand home has upgrades which include four newer baths, two renovated kitchens and newer oil heating tank. Ideal location for a condo conversion or turn this property into your dream home in this beautiful neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 281 York St
General
- Price: $2,395,000
- Taxes: $42,427 (2024)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Liberty_Board_Hudson_County_Hudson_MLS
- MLS ID: 250019784
- Updated: 11/13/2025
- Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Level 4 - Full Baths: 1
- Level 3 - Full Baths: 1
- Level 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Level 1 - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms-L4: 2
- Bedrooms-L3: 1
- Bedrooms-L2: 2
- Bedrooms-L1: 1
Other Rooms
- Living Rooms: 4
- Living Room-L4: 1
- Living Room-L3: 1
- Living Room-L2: 1
- Living Room-L1: 1
- Kitchens: 4
- Kitchens-L4: 1
- Kitchens-L3: 1
- Kitchens-L2: 1
- Kitchens-L1: 1
- Dining Rooms: 1
- Dining Rooms-L2: 1
Location
- Area: JC, Downtown
- County: Hudson
- Driving Directions: Jersey Ave. & Barrow St.
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Oil, A/C Window, Gas, Radiators, Other-See Remarks
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Brownstone
- Exterior Const.: Block, Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 100
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $42,427
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Lead Paint Discl.: Yes
Listed by Boyne Realty (201) 451-0950
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Schools
Schools serving 281 York St
School District:Jersey City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Frank R. Conwell No. 3 Elementary School 111 Bright Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Number 4 Middle School 107 Bright Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
James J. Ferris High School 35 Colgate Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
William L. Dickinson High School 2 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Lincoln High School 60 Crescent Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Henry Snyder High School 239 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | 9-12 | 2 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 281 York St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/24/2025
Listed
$2,395,000
—
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 281 York St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$42,427
5%
$1,900,000
—
2022
$40,242
32%
$1,900,000
—
2021
$30,476
—
$1,900,000
—
2020
$30,590
5%
$1,900,000
—
2019
$29,260
-11%
$1,900,000
-11%
2019
$33,030
1520%
$2,144,800
1466%
2018
$2,039
-81%
$137,000
—
2017
$10,686
1%
$137,000
—
2016
$10,550
3%
$137,000
—
2015
$10,250
—
$137,000
-17%
2013
$10,228
—
$165,000
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 281 York St
281 York St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (MLS# 250019784) is a Multi-Family property with units containing 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 281 York St is currently listed for $2,395,000 and was received on September 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 281 York St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Downtown? You can browse all Downtown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
