289 Watson Ave Plainfield, NJ 07062
Estimated payment $2,250/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Colonial Architecture
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
PATRICK FOX JR
AMERICAN REALTY SERVICES GROUP Brokerage Phone: 973-258-0888 Listed on: 04/16/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,846
Year Built
- Built in 1931
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Emerson Elementary School
- Maxson Middle School
- Plainfield High School
Additional Features
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- 75 Sq Ft Lot
- Radiator
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2912-00408-0000-00010-0000-
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,719 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2024 | $5,663 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2023 | $5,663 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2022 | $5,541 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2021 | $5,492 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2020 | $5,476 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2019 | $5,476 | $65,500 | $25,300 | $40,200 |
| 2018 | $6,426 | $78,500 | $25,300 | $53,200 |
| 2017 | $6,269 | $78,500 | $25,300 | $53,200 |
| 2016 | $6,141 | $78,500 | $25,300 | $53,200 |
| 2015 | $5,960 | $78,500 | $25,300 | $53,200 |
| 2014 | $5,798 | $78,500 | $25,300 | $53,200 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2026 04/16/26 | For Sale | $334,900 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $67,900 | -- |
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 4021358
APN: 12-00408-0000-00010
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