Last Sold Price
4 beds
5 3rd St, Raritan, NJ 08869

Description

Well-positioned investment property featuring two separate residential units and attractive shared outdoor amenities. The main unit includes 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, hardwood floors, quality millwork, a walk-up attic, unfinished basement and a newer roof. The detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath studio apartment provides an additional income stream and added flexibility.The privacy-fenced backyard offers a gazebo with firepit, patio with outdoor television, and storage shed, creating outdoor space that enhances...Well-positioned investment property featuring two separate residential units and attractive shared outdoor amenities. The main unit includes 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, hardwood floors, quality millwork, a walk-up attic, unfinished basement and a newer roof. The detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath studio apartment provides an additional income stream and added flexibility.The privacy-fenced backyard offers a gazebo with firepit, patio with outdoor television, and storage shed, creating outdoor space that enhances both units. Ideally situated within walking distance of the train station and offering easy access to highways, Bridgewater Commons, restaurants, shopping, and schools, this property presents a solid opportunity for long-term investment or owner-occupied rental income. Please note that the seller has always lived in Unit 1 and has only rented U2. The Gross Operating Income is based on the rental income of the Unit 2 studio only. Highest and Best due Monday, June 22 at noon.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/24/2026 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. D. WENDELL CARPENTER

    D. WENDELL CARPENTER

    Listing Agent

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    P: (908) 766-0808

    M: (908) 581-6895

Property Details for 5 3rd Street

Status
MLS #
4034692
Days on Market
14
Taxes
$8,167 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Multi Family
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
Directions
First Ave to 3rd St., make a left of 3rd St., #5 is on your right. Park in the driveway to the left of the home, or use street parking.
Days On Market
14

Location

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Building Information for 5 3rd Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,832 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,151

Property Taxes

$681

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 3rd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: BRIDG-RAR
  • Grade School: JF KENNEDY
  • High School: BRIDG-RAR
  • Active Days on Market: 14
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Raritan Boro
  • Block Identifier: 82
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 2716.0
  • Street # Display: 5.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: 3Rd St
  • Zip Code: 08869-1815
  • Total Units: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $8,167
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 268500.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2716-00082-0000-00011-0000-
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Fencing, On-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 11
  • Approximate Lot Size: 40X150
  • Total Acres: 0.14
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1900
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 123000.0
  • Assessment Land: 145500.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Gazebo, Metal Fence, Open Porch(es), Patio, Privacy Fence, Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Thermal Windows/Doors
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Wood Floors
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Bilco-Style Door, Unfinished
  • Easement: Unknown
Multi Family
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Appl/Equip: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Unit 1 Baths: 1.0
  • Unit 1 Bedrooms: 3
  • Unit 1 Fireplaces: 0.0
  • Unit 1 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 1 Levels: 2.0
  • Unit 1 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Electric, Owner Pays Gas, Owner Pays Heat, Owner Pays Water
  • Unit 1 Rent: 0.0
  • Unit 1 Room Description: Attic, Bedrooms, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Unit 1 Rooms: 6.0
  • Unit 1 Security Deposit: 0.0
  • Unit 1 Sq Ft: 0.0
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Appl/Equip: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector
  • Unit 2 Baths: 1.0
  • Unit 2 Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Fireplaces: 0.0
  • Unit 2 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 2 Lease Expiration: 06-27-2026
  • Unit 2 Levels: 1.0
  • Unit 2 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Electric, Owner Pays Gas, Owner Pays Heat, Owner Pays Water
  • Unit 2 Rent: 2150.0
  • Unit 2 Room Description: Eat-In Kitchen, Master Bedroom
  • Unit 2 Rooms: 2.0
  • Unit 2 Security Deposit: 2150.0
  • Unit 2 Sq Ft: 0.0
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Style: 2-Two Story
Income & Expenses Information
  • Total Operating Expense: $14,589.00
  • Expenses Include: All Utilities, Insurance, Maintenance, Taxes
  • Net Operating Income: $7,946.00
  • Gross Operating Income: $22,535.00
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 5 3rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4034692

$620,000
Jun 30, 2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4034692

Jun 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4034692

$585,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4034692

$620,000
06/30/2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4034692

06/16/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4034692

$585,000

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

Public Records for 5 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$145,500Additions$123,000Total$268,500
Tax Record2025$8,168 ($681 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900CountySOMERSETAPN16-00082-0000-00011

Schools near 5 3rd Street

This home is within Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Eisenhower Elementary School
Public5 to 6

Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bridgewater Raritan 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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