Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/16/2026
Listed
$334,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Investor Alert: 3-Bedroom Colonial with Massive Potential Calling all investors and sweat-equity seekers! Discover the potential in this classic 3-bedroom Colonial located on a quiet, established street in Plainfield, NJ. This home presents a prime opportunity for investors or contractors looking to build equity through renovation. Situated on a quiet residential street characterized by peaceful surroundings and convenient on-street parking, the home is ideally located near local amenities and major employment centers. The property's most remarkable feature is its expansive yard, which stretches back 130 feet, offering a rare level of outdoor space for the area that is perfect for recreation or future expansion. With property taxes in 2025 at a remarkably low $5,846, the carrying costs remain manageable while you execute your vision. This home is ready for a transformation that will maximize its classic charm and capitalize on its exceptional lot size.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 289 Watson Ave
General
- Price: $334,900
- Taxes: $5,846 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4021358
- Updated: 4/16/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Appliances: See Remarks
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen
Parking
- Garage Description: None
Location
- County: Union
- Driving Directions: George St to Watson Ave
School Information
- Elementary School: Emerson
- Middle School: Maxson
- High School: Plainfield
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: No Cooling
- Heating Type: Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1931
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Lot Size: 33 x 130.75
- Driveway/Sidewalk: On-Street Parking
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $65,500
- Land Assmt: $25,300
- Tax Amount: $5,846
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2912-00408-0000-00010-0000-
- Block: 408
- Lot Number: 10
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Schools
Schools serving 289 Watson Ave
School District:Plainfield City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Emerson Elementary School 305 Emerson Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07062 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Maxson Middle School 920 East 7th Street, Plainfield, NJ 07062 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Plainfield High School, Plainfield, NJ 950 Park Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 289 Watson Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 289 Watson Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,719
1%
$65,500
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2023
$5,663
2%
$65,500
—
2022
$5,541
1%
$65,500
—
2021
$5,492
—
$65,500
—
2019
$5,476
-15%
$65,500
-17%
2018
$6,426
3%
$78,500
—
2017
$6,269
2%
$78,500
—
2016
$6,141
3%
$78,500
—
2015
$5,960
5%
$78,500
—
2013
$5,663
—
$78,500
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289 Watson Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07062 (MLS# 4021358) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 289 Watson Ave is currently listed for $334,900 and was received on April 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 289 Watson Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Plainfield? You can browse all Plainfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.