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5/28/2026
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Property Description
The Banker's Estate: Timeless Architecture Meets Modern Living. 972 Kensington Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a distinguished Colonial Revival residence rich in character, craftsmanship, and history. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, this stately home offers approximately 2,900 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms, multiple baths across three finished levels, and a thoughtfully preserved layout designed for entertaining and comfortable living. A gracious foyer welcomes you with Waterford sconces and timeless architectural detail. Gleaming hardwood floors, expansive formal living and dining rooms, and a classic butler's pantry showcase the home's enduring charm and functionality. Sunlight fills the spectacular sunroom through walls of windows, creating a bright retreat overlooking the property. The updated kitchen blends historic warmth with modern convenience, featuring Thermador double ovens, adjoining butler's pantry, wet bar, and a convenient secondary stairwell to the second floor. Additional highlights include exceptional closet and storage space throughout, including cedar-lined closets, central air on the second and third floors, and a finished basement with an additional bath and flexible recreation space. Rare original details including the slate roof, preserved architectural elements, and original 1926 blueprints reflect exceptional craftsmanship rarely found today. A home of this pedigree, scale, and provenance seldom becomes available.
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General
- Price: $980,000
- Taxes: $15,174 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4030576
- Updated: 5/28/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 16
- 3rd Floor/Level 3: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other, Storage Room, Utility Room
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Other Bath, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Pantry, Solarium, Sunroom
- Lower Level: Laundry Room, Outside Entrance, Rec Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
- Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Cedar Closets
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Generator-Built-In, Jennaire Type, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Washer, Water Filter
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Full Bath
- Bedroom 1: 23 x 14, Second
- Bedroom 2: 14 x 12, Second
- Bedroom 3: 14 x 13, Second
- Bedroom 4: 15 x 14, Third
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 23 x 14, First
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, 16 x 14, First
- Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, 16 x 14, First
- Solarium: 19 x 11, First
- Sunroom: 12 x 11, First
- Pantry: 9 x 7, First
- Foyer: 29 x 9, First
- In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes
- Suite: Bedroom 2, Full Bath
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gazebo, Patio, FencPriv
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Garage Description: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Union
- Driving Directions: Watchung Ave to Kensington Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Ductless Split AC
- Heating Type: Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bilco-Style Door, Full, Walk-Out
- Roof: Slate/Imitation Slate
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
- Lot Size: 110 x 150
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Blacktop, Fencing
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $170,000
- Land Assmt: $102,500
- Tax Amount: $15,174
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2912-00822-0000-00010-0000-
- Block: 822
- Lot Number: 10
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Schools
Schools serving 972 Kensington Ave
School District:Plainfield City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Evergreen Elementary School 1033 Evergreen Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Maxson Middle School 920 East 7th Street, Plainfield, NJ 07062 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Plainfield High School, Plainfield, NJ 950 Park Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
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972 Kensington Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060 (MLS# 4030576) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 972 Kensington Ave is currently listed for $980,000 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 972 Kensington 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.