Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/04/2025
Listed
$799,000
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Property Description
Discover timeless elegance in this beautifully preserved 1906 brick three-unit home located in the prestigious VanWyck Brooks Historic District of Plainfield, NJ. The buyer is responsible for all municipal inspections and responsible for obtaining the required certificate of occupancy or certificate of compliance at their own expense. Being sold in as-is condition.This stately property blends historic charm with modern convenience, perfect for investors, or owner-occupants, seeking a turnkey, income producing gem! Situated in one of Plainfield's most sought after Historic neighborhoods, this property offers prime access to NJ Transit, bus and rail lines, ideal for commuters, downtown shopping restaurants, bookstores, coffeehouses, municipal buildings, library, public events, schools, and houses of worship. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the others or add a stable income property to your portfolio, this historic 3-unit residence, offers exceptional, long-term value in a thriving community blooming in redevelopment.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 720 Madison Ave
General
- Price: $799,000
- Taxes: $12,399 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4000497
- Updated: 1/5/2026
- Added to Site: 43 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 15
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Marble Floors
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Exterior
- Exterior Features: See Remarks, Sidewalk
Location
- County: Union
- Driving Directions: Madison Avenue between West 7th and West 8th Streets in VanWyck Historic District
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 2 Units
- Heating Type: Radiators - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Gas In Street, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 3-Three Story, See Remarks
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1906
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, See Remarks, Storage
- Square Feet: 1000
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Fireplaces: 2
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 3
Unit 2
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, See Remarks, Storage
- Square Feet: 1000
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Fireplaces: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 3
- Unit Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, See Remarks, Storage
- Square Feet: 1000
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Dimensions: 96.74 x 130
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Off-Street Parking
Financial Considerations
- Expenses: Garbage Collection, Heat, Hot & Cold Water, Insurance
- Operating Expenses: $42,000
- Assessment Amount: $76,600
- Land Assmt: $65,400
- Tax Amount: $12,399
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Block: 715
- Lot Number: 3
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Schools
Schools serving 720 Madison Ave
School District:Plainfield City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Evergreen Elementary School 1033 Evergreen Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Hubbard Middle School 661 West 8th Street, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Plainfield High School, Plainfield, NJ 950 Park Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 720 Madison Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 720 Madison Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$12,399
1%
$142,000
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2023
$12,277
2%
$142,000
—
2022
$12,012
1%
$142,000
—
2021
$11,907
2%
$142,000
—
2018
$11,624
3%
$142,000
—
2017
$11,340
2%
$142,000
—
2016
$11,109
-6%
$142,000
—
2019
$11,873
10%
$142,000
—
2015
$10,781
5%
$142,000
—
2013
$10,244
—
$142,000
—
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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720 Madison Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060 (MLS# 4000497) is a Multi-Family property with 3 units containing 7 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 720 Madison Ave is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on December 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 720 Madison Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Plainfield? You can browse all Plainfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.