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$1,195,000
New Listing

285 Plainfield Ave
Berkeley Heights Twp., NJ 07922

For Sale|Residential|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,171
SqFt
$377
/SqFt
1816
Built
County:
Union

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Set on a rare .72-acre property just a 6-minute walk to the train, 285 Plainfield Avenue is a historically charming and beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a dedicated second-floor office in the heart of Berkeley Heights. Offering a seamless commute to NYC in under an hour, this home combines space, convenience, and modern living in one exceptional opportunity. Upstairs, in addition to four well-proportioned bedrooms, a dedicated home office provides the ideal work-from-home setup or flexible bonus space. The partially finished basement with a large finished bonus area adds exceptional versatility, perfect for a home gym, playroom, or media space, with additional room for storage or future customization. The expansive .72-acre lot offers outstanding outdoor potential ideal for entertaining, play, or creating your own private backyard retreat. Recent upgrades include security cameras and automated smart locks, adding modern convenience and peace of mind. Positioned for both accessibility and everyday ease, this home offers the best of suburban living with unmatched commuter convenience. With close proximity to downtown shops, dining, parks, and major commuting routes, this is a unique opportunity to own a move-in ready home with space, flexibility, and direct access to NYC.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,195,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,171 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.72 Acres
Year Built 
1816
MLS® Number 
4022813
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$19,082
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
14 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
23 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.72
Carport 
4
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
Detached
Parking Spaces 
4
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3171
Style 
Colonial
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DryerRefrigeratorMicrowaveWasherGas Water Heater
Basement 
Partially Finished
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Dining RoomFamily RoomLiving Room
Fireplaces 
3
Flooring 
Wood
Heating 
Electric
Interior 
Breakfast BarCathedral Ceiling(s)Eat-in KitchenKitchen IslandWalk-In Closet(s)Pantry
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Den 
Level - Second
Dining Room 
Level - FirstDescription - Formal Dining Room
Exercise Room 
Level - BasementDescription - Exercise Room
Family Room 
Level - First
Kitchen 
Level - FirstDescription - Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
Living Room 
Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Description - Walk-In Closet
Other Room 1 
Level - FirstDescription - MudRoom
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Roof 
Asphalt
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Mountain
Middle School
Columbia
High School
Governor
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