289 Watson Ave

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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...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.
  1. Listed by PATRICK FOX JR • AMERICAN REALTY SERVICES GROUP

Property Details for 289 Watson Avenue

Style
Colonial
Directions
George St to Watson Ave
Days On Market
8
Primary Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2026 11:13 AM

Property Details for 289 Watson Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #4021358
Days on Market8
Taxes$5,846 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1931
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyUnion County
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Building Information for 289 Watson Avenue

Stories-Year Built1931Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

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$2,156 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,669

Property Taxes

$487

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 289 Watson Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: Maxson
  • Grade School: Emerson
  • High School: Plainfield
  • Active Days on Market: 8
  • County #: Union
  • Town Name: Plainfield City
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 408
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2912.0
  • Street # Display: 289.0
  • County Or Parish: Union
  • Street Name: Watson Ave
  • Zip Code: 07062-1436
Taxes and HOA Information
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  • Tax Amount: $5,846
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  • Assessment Total: 65500.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2912-00408-0000-00010-0000-
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  • Tax Rate Amount: $9
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  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: On-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Description: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: See Remarks
  • Lot Identifier: 10
  • Approximate Lot Size: 33X130.75
  • Total Acres: 0.1
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1931
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 40200.0
  • Assessment Land: 25300.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: No Cool
  • Utilities: Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Heating: Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Aluminum Siding
Interior Features
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • # Baths: 2.0
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Easement: Unknown
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • # Rooms: 6
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 289 Watson Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 21, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4021358

$334,900
Apr 24, 2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4021358

Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4021358

$334,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4021358

$334,900
04/24/2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4021358

04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4021358

$334,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 289 Watson Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$25,300Additions$40,200Total$65,500
Tax Record2024$5,719 ($477 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,262 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,262 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,317 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931ZoningR-4CountyUNIONAPN12 00408-0000-00010

Schools near 289 Watson Avenue

This home is within Plainfield Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Maxson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Plainfield High School
Public9 to 12

Pinnacle Academy High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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