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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 19 hours ago
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Recently Refined & Commuter-Ready! This beautifully updated, turn-key residence offers a premier opportunity in a fantastic Rahway location. The interior features a fresh, neutral palette and durable wide-plank flooring flowing through a bright, open-concept living area bathed in natural light. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen, equipped with premium stainless steel appliances including a French-door refrigerator and gas range complemented by modern cabinetry. The bathroom showcases custom tile work and a sleek vanity. Practicality meets convenience with a dedicated laundry room and a detached, oversized one-car garage. Outdoor living is easy in the private backyard retreat, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideally situated just minutes from downtown Rahway's vibrant dining scene and the NJ Transit station for a seamless commute to NYC. Modern finishes, classic charm, and unmatched accessibility welcome home!

Full Property Details for 196 Lafayette St

General

  • Price: $349,900
  • Taxes: $6,211 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 4017544
  • Updated: 3/30/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Tub Shower
  • Appliances: Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Not Eat-In Kitchen

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage

Location

  • County: Union
  • Driving Directions: Essex st to Lafayette st

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: No Cooling
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hotwater
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2025

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
  • Lot Size: 33 x 100
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Driveway-Exclusive

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $81,900
  • Land Assmt: $37,700
  • Tax Amount: $6,211
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Disclosures: Yes
  • APN: 2913-00324-0000-00023-0000-
  • Block: 324
  • Lot Number: 23

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Schools serving 196 Lafayette St

School District:Rahway City School District
NameGradesDistance
Grover Cleveland Elementary School
486 East Milton Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065
PK-60.3 mi
Rahway Middle School
1157 Kline Place, Rahway, NJ 07065
7-81.4 mi
Rahway High School
1012 Madison Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065
9-121.2 mi
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Price & Sales History for 196 Lafayette St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/30/2026
Listed
$349,900
483.17%
MLS
8/24/2015
Sold
$60,000
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Tax History for 196 Lafayette St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,065
5%
$81,900
—
2022
$5,751
1%
$81,900
—
2021
$5,693
-9%
$81,900
—
2021
$6,263
14%
$81,900
—
2018
$5,482
-2%
$81,900
—
2019
$5,600
5%
$81,900
—
2017
$5,346
2%
$81,900
—
2016
$5,233
1%
$81,900
—
2015
$5,174
2%
$81,900
—
2014
$5,081
3%
$81,900
—
2013
$4,952
—
$81,900
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196 Lafayette St, Rahway, NJ 07065 (MLS# 4017544) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 196 Lafayette St is currently listed for $349,900 and was received on March 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 196 Lafayette St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rahway? You can browse all Rahway real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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