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$899,000
Property Description
The property has been extensively renovated and offers a rare combination of modern finishes, strong rental appeal, and long-term upside in one of Hudson County's most dynamic neighborhoods, in the rapidly growing Journal Square section of Jersey City. The property features beautifully renovated residential units with spacious layouts, abundant natural light, contemporary kitchens with quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and designer bathrooms. Recent improvements provide investors with a turnkey asset requiring minimal immediate capital expenditures. Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms 1 full bath with a private backyard. Unit 2 is a duplex, including a spacious and bright living room, kitchen, dining room, and 1 full bath on the first floor, and 3 decent bedrooms filled with sufficient natural light and 1 full bath on the second floor. Conveniently located just minutes from Journal Square PATH Station, residents enjoy easy access to Manhattan, Downtown Jersey City, Hoboken, and major transportation routes. The property is also close to parks, shopping, restaurants, schools, and neighborhood amenities. A must-see for investors, owner-occupants, and 1031 exchange buyers alike.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 Mercer St
General
- Price: $899,000
- Taxes: $7,874 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Liberty_Board_Hudson_County_Hudson_MLS
- MLS ID: 260011271
- Updated: 6/10/2026
- Added to Site: 8 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: 5
- Bedrooms-L3: 3
- Bedrooms-L1: 2
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: Other-See Remarks
- Garage Description: Other-See Remarks
Location
- County: Hudson
- Driving Directions: Jordan Ave & Summit Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Electric
- Heating/Cooling: Electric
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Row House, Multi-Level
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum/Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $7,874
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lead Paint Discl.: Yes
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Schools
Schools serving 521 Mercer St
School District:Jersey City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Martin Luther King, Jr No. 11 Elementary School 886 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
William L. Dickinson High School 2 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 521 Mercer St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/10/2026
Listed
$899,000
69.62%
MLS
11/12/2025
Sold
$530,000
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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 521 Mercer St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,530
5%
$337,200
—
2022
$7,142
32%
$337,200
—
2021
$5,409
32%
$337,200
—
2021
$4,089
-21%
$337,200
—
2019
$5,193
347%
$337,200
332%
2018
$1,162
-81%
$78,100
—
2017
$6,092
1%
$78,100
—
2016
$6,014
3%
$78,100
—
2015
$5,843
-4%
$78,100
-4%
2013
$6,092
—
$81,600
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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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521 Mercer St, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (MLS# 260011271) is a Multi-Family property with units containing 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 521 Mercer St is currently listed for $899,000 and was received on June 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 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.
