526 Cooper St
Description
Traditional red-brick façade with large street-facing windows, perfect for retail or gallery use on the ground floor. The building is three stories with a basement and rooftop access. Rear alley or lot access may offer room for off-street parking or private entrance development. The architecture is consistent with early 20th-century Camden style—simple cornices, wide lintels, and decorative brickwork. Interior Configuration
The interior is currently laid out with commercial space on the ground floor (possibly a former office or storefront), while the upper floor has partitioned rooms suitable for office use or conversion to residential units. The high ceilings (10-12 feet), floors, and large windows provide ample natural light and character, lending themselves well to loft-style apartments or live-work spaces. The basement spans a decent footprint—usable for storage, mechanicals or any upgrades easy interior access. Zoning and Conversion Potential
The property likely falls under Camden’s Central Business District zoning, which often allows for mixed-use development, including residential over commercial or full residential with the right variances. Proximity to Rutgers, Cooper Medical School, and the transit hub enhances rental demand, especially for students, faculty, and medical professionals. Potential to convert into:
Two to four residential units, depending on layout and approvals
Live-work studios or micro-apartments catering to students or remote workers
Owner-occupied unit with ground-floor commercial space (e.g., café, boutique)
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Property Details for 526 Cooper Street
Property Details for 526 Cooper Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | NJCD2091602 |
| Days on Market | 236 |
| Taxes | $11,132 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Lot Size | 0.07 AC / 3,058 SF |
| County | Camden County |
Location
Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach-Mullica Hill South
Building Information for 526 Cooper Street
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1Property Information for 526 Cooper Street
- School District Name: CAMDEN CITY SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 300200396977
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: CAMDEN
- MLS Area: Camden City (20408)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $314,200
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $137,600
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $176,600
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Zoning: UNIVERSITY & SUPPORT ZONE
- Zoning Dscrp: See documents; Buyer must do their due diligence for intended use with Zoning Office.
- Tax Lot: 00008
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 2
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,058.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: .00
- Total SQFT: 3,058.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
- Roof: Flat
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Basement Type: Interior Access
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 2-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 0
- # Bathrooms Half: 4
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 17.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Private, Adjoins - Open Space, Backs - Open Common Area
- Parcel ID: 1785415
- Type Of Parking: Off Street
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Refrigerator
- Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
- Security Features: Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector
- Window Features: Bay/Bow
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: NEXUS Association of Realtors
Property History for 526 Cooper Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2026 | Closed BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $240,000 | — |
| Dec 24, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | — | |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $350,000 | — |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $375,000 | — |
| Jun 9, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $400,000 | — |
| May 9, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $425,000 | — |
| May 3, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $425,000 | — |
| Mar 31, 2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1459917982 | $350,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2026 | Closed BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $240,000 |
| 12/24/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | — |
| 10/27/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $350,000 |
| 08/05/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $375,000 |
| 06/09/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $400,000 |
| 05/09/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $425,000 |
| 05/03/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJCD2091602 | $425,000 |
| 03/31/2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1459917982 | $350,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 526 Cooper Street
Schools near 526 Cooper Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Morgan Village Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
East Side High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Creative Arts High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Brimm Medical Arts 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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