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  • Multi-Family
  • 6 Total Beds
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This charming late-19th century Victorian home built in the Queen Anne Architectural Style, located in the Van Wycks Historic District, has been converted into a spacious multifamily property. The residence currently features two legal apartments, with the potential to add a third unit on the renovated third floor (pending zoning board approval and fire escape installation).First Floor Apartment: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, dining room, living room, and kitchen.Second Floor Apartment: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, and a private balcony.The home sits on a generous lot with a large backyard, a two-car garage, a carport, and additional off-street parking for up to five vehicles. A wide front porch adds to its classic Victorian curb appeal.This property is in solid condition and ideally situated just 5 minutes (by car) from the NJ Transit rail station, offering a direct commute to Manhattan.

Full Property Details for 946 Central Ave

General

  • Price: $820,000
  • Taxes: $20,100 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 3985705
  • Updated: 11/19/2025
  • Added to Site: 130 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 17

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Location

  • County: Union
  • Driving Directions: From NJ Transit Plainfield Station, go south on Park Ave, left on Central Ave, to 946 Central Ave, about 5 minutes drive.

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window A/C(s)
  • Heating Type: 3 Units, Radiators - Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: 3-Three Story
  • Exterior Const.: CedarSid
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Square Feet: 7,525
  • Year Built: 1892

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Unit Description: Bedrooms, Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Master Bedroom
  • Levels/Stories: 6
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3

Unit 2

  • Unit Description: Bedrooms, Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Square Feet: 1300
  • Levels/Stories: 6
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: 35998
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: 2 Car Width

Financial Considerations

  • Operating Expenses: $35,080
  • Assessment Amount: $96,100
  • Land Assmt: $58,900
  • Tax Amount: $20,100
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Block: 760
  • Lot Number: 14

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Schools serving 946 Central Ave

School District:Plainfield City School District
NameGradesDistance
Evergreen Elementary School
1033 Evergreen Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060
K-50.4 mi
Hubbard Middle School
661 West 8th Street, Plainfield, NJ 07060
6-80.4 mi
Plainfield High School, Plainfield, NJ
950 Park Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060
9-120.3 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

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11/19/2025
Price Reduced
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MLS
9/12/2025
Price Increased
$900,000
5.88%
MLS
9/08/2025
Listed
$850,000
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946 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060 (MLS# 3985705) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 946 Central Ave is currently listed for $820,000 and was received on September 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 946 Central 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.

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