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  • Multi-Family
  • 4 Total Beds
  • Updated 7 hours ago
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This beautiful and well-maintained 2-family house, located in the highly sought-after Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, is truly a must-see property! The duplex unit features two large bedrooms, a small den/office space, two bathrooms, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and a private 550 sq. ft. backyard with a large deck, perfect for entertaining guests! The ground-floor unit offers one bedroom, an eat-in kitchen, a full bathroom, and a spacious living area. The location is just 8 blocks from the Journal Square Path Station and a 10-minute drive to the Holland Tunnel. With a lot size of 16x102 AV, this property is situated in a quiet, safe residential area with easy access to transportation, restaurants, and shopping. Don't miss this opportunity to own a charming 2-family home in a prime location!

Full Property Details for 491 Mercer St

General

  • Price: $799,000
  • Taxes: $10,676 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: Liberty_Board_Hudson_County_Hudson_MLS
  • MLS ID: 260013362
  • Updated: 7/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Level 3 - Full Baths: 1
  • Level 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Level 1 - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms-L3: 3
  • Bedrooms-L1: 1

Other Rooms

  • Living Rooms: 2
  • Living Room-L2: 1
  • Living Room-L1: 1
  • Kitchens: 2
  • Kitchens-L2: 1
  • Kitchens-L1: 1
  • Dining Rooms: 1
  • Dining Rooms-L2: 1

Parking

  • Parking Features: None
  • Garage Description: None

Location

  • County: Hudson
  • Driving Directions: Summit Ave & Baldwin

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Gas, Radiators
  • Heating/Cooling: Gas, Radiators

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Row House
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum/Vinyl

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: 16 x 102AV.

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
  • Tax Amount: $10,676
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Lead Paint Discl.: Yes

Listed by Compass New Jersey, Llc (551) 212-3870

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Schools serving 491 Mercer St

School District:Jersey City School District
NameGradesDistance
Martin Luther King, Jr No. 11 Elementary School
886 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
PK-80.3 mi
William L. Dickinson High School
2 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
9-120.6 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 491 Mercer St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Listed
$799,000
70.36%
MLS
10/21/2016
Sold
$469,000
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Tax History for 491 Mercer St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$11,164
10%
$478,100
—
2022
$10,126
32%
$478,100
—
2021
$7,669
32%
$478,100
—
2021
$5,797
-21%
$478,100
—
2019
$7,363
462%
$478,100
443%
2018
$1,309
-81%
$88,000
—
2017
$6,864
1%
$88,000
—
2016
$6,777
3%
$88,000
—
2015
$6,584
—
$88,000
—
2013
$6,570
—
$88,000
—
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491 Mercer St, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (MLS# 260013362) is a Multi-Family property with units containing 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 491 Mercer St is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 491 Mercer St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Journal Square? You can browse all Journal Square real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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