938 Madison Ave

Plainfield City, NJ 07060


 

Price: $799,000

GSMLS:  4053229
Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial
Beds: 5
Baths: 4 Full
Garage: 2-Car
Year Built: 1921
Acres: 0.21
Property Tax: $15,263
Description
Open House Sunday 1PM–4PM.
Set along a picturesque, tree-lined street in Plainfield's historic Van Wyck Brooks neighborhood, this beautifully renovated Colonial blends timeless character with modern comfort. Offering 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths across three finished levels, the home is defined by hardwood floors, recessed lighting, abundant natural light and graciously proportioned living spaces. An expansive mahogany front porch creates an elegant first impression and opens to a welcoming interior featuring a spacious living room and thoughtfully updated kitchen with modern cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A private first-floor in-law suite offers exceptional versatility with a full bath, generous walk-in closet and separate entrance. The second level features the primary suite, two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath, while the third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath, providing flexible space for guests, home offices, fitness or creative pursuits. Outdoors, a generous patio creates an inviting setting for dining, entertaining and relaxing. Ideally situated near parks, recreation, shopping and major highways, with convenient access to train stations and NYC transportation, this distinguished residence offers an exceptional combination of historic charm, modern updates and everyday convenience.
Rooms Sizes
Kitchen:
16x11 First
Dining Room:
13x12 First
Living Room:
12x24 First
Family Room:
n/a
Den:
Second
Bedroom 1:
12x20 Second
Bedroom 2:
12x11 Second
Bedroom 3:
12x12 Second
Bedroom 4:
12x10 Third
Room Levels
Basement:
Laundry,SeeRem,Utility
Ground:
n/a
Level 1:
1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Pantry, Porch
Level 2:
3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
Level 3:
2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
Level Other:
n/a
Room Features
Kitchen:
Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen
Dining Room:
n/a
Master Bedroom:
Full Bath
Bath:
Stall Shower
Interior Features
Square Foot:
n/a
Year Renovated:
2023
Basement:
Yes - Full
Full Baths:
4
Half Baths:
0
Appliances:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Washer
Flooring:
Tile, Wood
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace:
Family Room, Non-Functional
Interior:
Blinds,CODetect,Drapes,FireExtg,Shades,SmokeDet,StallTub,WndwTret
Exterior Features
Garage Space:
2-Car
Garage:
Detached Garage
Driveway:
Blacktop
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior:
Wood
Swimming Pool:
No
Pool:
n/a
Utilities
Heating System:
2 Units, Forced Hot Air
Heating Source:
Gas-Natural
Cooling:
2 Units, Central Air
Water Heater:
n/a
Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Services:
Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
Lot Features
Acres:
0.21
Lot Dimensions:
66X140.75
Lot Features:
Level Lot
School Information
Elementary:
n/a
Middle:
n/a
High School:
n/a
Community Information
County:
Union
Town:
Plainfield City
Neighborhood:
Van Wyck Brooks
Application Fee:
n/a
Association Fee:
n/a
Fee Includes:
n/a
Amenities:
n/a
Pets:
n/a
Financial Considerations
List Price:
$799,000
Tax Amount:
$15,263
Land Assessment:
$49,400
Build. Assessment:
$121,600
Total Assessment:
$171,000
Tax Rate:
8.93
Tax Year:
2025
Ownership Type:
Fee Simple
Listing Information
MLS ID:
4053229
List Date:
09-16-2026
Days On Market:
1
Listing Broker:
PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR
Listing Agent:
Ryan Mcgurl
 

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