1209 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
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FOR SALE

$750,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths

1209 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060

Est. Mortgage $5,148/mo*
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1931
Parking
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1209 Central Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Spacious 5-bedroom Colonial with exceptional indoor-outdoor living and parking for all. Hardwood flooring flows throughout, and the main level offers an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, living room, and a versatile office/den with direct access to the deck ideal for easy entertaining or working from home. The home features 2 full baths plus a convenient outdoor half bath. Outside, enjoy the deck and unwind in the hot tub. A tankless hot water system adds efficiency, while the 2-car detached garage and extra-long driveway provide room for up to 10 cars. A standout home with space to spread out don't miss it!
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Mary Van Ness, (732) 207-7515
Aare
Source: GSMLS, MLS#4046987
Also Listed on GSMLS.

Home Details for 1209 Central Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Yes,Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Underground Utilities, Garbage Extra ChargeAppliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: 1 Unit,Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: See RemarksSpa: HeatedHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioExterior: Curbs, SidewalkNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 5No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: 1 Car Width,Asphalt,Concrete,Off Street,On Street,Detached Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 18

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1931Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: See Remarks
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Back yard furniture, owners personal propertyParcel Number: 2912007400000000270000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $750,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: At Closing

Location

Direction & Address
City: Plainfield City

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4046987

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10393.6 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 4046987Attribution Contact: 732-207-7515

Around this home

What Locals Say about Plainfield

At least 593 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Marcia Dos Anjos
    "Cleaner sidewalks, people to curb their dogs, and not to get harassed for walking dog on street.more trash cans available, more curb your dog signs, "
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  • Delia
    "Schools are diverse but rank low in NJ. Areas around schools seem safe. Neighborhoods bordering south Plainfield are very nice and quiet"
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  • Jayquinn2
    "Great diverse and safe area. Lots of parks, fields and trees. Downtown has most shopping you need or within 10 minute drive there are Walmarts, Target, Home Depot, Shoprite, Stop n Shop, 24hr Walgreens, etc."
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  • William B. D.
    "there a friendly dog community an have local pet shops an dog park near by good place to be some have interesting dogs "
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  • Bdtdkny
    "I live on a cul-du-sac and all my amazing neighbors are family to me. We all look out for each other’s children and each other! "
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  • Michael K.
    "They have festival around the historic areas . An city hall normally throws events for the kids and townspeople "
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  • Charmli
    "Pools in the summer as well as the 4th of July parade and firework. We also usually have a jazz festival. The summers make it worth it."
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  • Merari D.
    "Train station, parks, supermarkets, pharmacy, and nice people. Everyone is quite so this means is a calm neighborhood."
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  • Tkwame1.dk
    "We have schools .shopping malls and Hospital nearby. Also this area have diverse people with different languages and cultures "
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  • Christine D.
    "There are a lot of dog owners in my neighborhood, everyone is friendly...we often run into other dogs & their owners when we're out."
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  • Cynthia.avegno
    "Bus stops and train station is at walking distance. If you enjoy walking you can walk to the main strip of stores. Driving to it would be about 5 minutes. "
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  • Nabila K.
    "Jazz festivals in the park , local swimming pools , really good local food trucks and food eateries "
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  • Kimster77
    "It's not unique. It was a nice neighborhood many ages ago. The older generation is being taken over by younger crowds that to not maintain the upkeep of the homes. The city is doing its best with the introduction of charter schools to help our minority students. Several sections are crime and drug ridden. Would not recommend for families. "
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  • Kimster77
    "Long. Not close to the turnpike or 287 that I use to commute south. Parkway is closer but don't consider that close. Accessible to 78, trains and buses to NYC "
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  • Eva B.
    "There are lots of summer activities, park concerts, parades, community night outs and festivals to bring the city and neighborhoods out together ."
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  • Princessdi1933
    "The historic homes are beautiful and well kept. Along with a large variety of homes for great prices. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The house decorations around the X mas holiday season are rather extraordinary. Almost every house participates in home decorating "
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  • Seanksanders
    "We have Christmas toy giveaways hosted by the Fire Department. Along with events hosted in the park for summer time holidays. "
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  • Dudley H.
    "I live near here and was looking to see the place. the area is very clean an safe . school is very close too."
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  • Unspecified
    "Just moved here and it seems fine so far. it's only our second week here so... neighbors are friendly and they have community events that everyone shows up for and participates in a civilized manner. loving Plainfield so far!!"
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  • Smiles6402
    "A really nice place to raise a family...College achieve charter school is awesome.. there a parade on July 4th you can watch from you front yard "
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  • Jasmine J. F.
    "my neighborhood has access to public transportation by train and bus. It is not too far from major cities such as Newark and New York, but still provides the city feel. "
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  • Sstevenson
    "The side walks are always clean of poop there are also lots of dog friendly people here. The doggie daycare In My Paws , is a great place to take your pet and it’s also great for grooming."
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  • Adela Campos
    "I lived here for more than 10 years and its had been a good experience with not problems except for when my kids were little had a bad experience with some other kids"
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  • Paisleyclev
    "We've lived in Plainfield for over 30 years. We raised our 2 kids who have gone into successful careers. There is no place that offers more diversity, convenience to everything you need. I walk regularly for exercise where I marvel at Plainfield’s beauty. Terrific place to live hat keeps getting better."
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  • Divajustmary1
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 15 years and I just love it. Neighbors are friendly low crime,tranquil and peaceful environment. Close to park easy access to major highways."
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  • keith
    "I can walk to train or drive easily to 78, or 287. Close to many highways but not too close. I take train 1-2 times a week to nyc and 287 to 1 to Princeton 2 times a week. Drive is against traffic. "
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  • Jessica A.
    "its not safe, the summer is worse with all the motorcycles speeding down the street, especially all the noise, horrible neighborhood. "
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  • Enrique C.
    "It’s not bad I can take the bus or the train which is about less than 5 minutes away if your walking "
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  • Jamette N.
    "There is one bus that comes by my house but if you walk down several blocks to the main street, you have another bus you can catch"
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Market trends in Plainfield

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
117
10MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$752K
Since last month
Increased$15K (+2%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +2% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$767K
August 2026$752K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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3
3
-
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0.05
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$530,000
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2
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0.29
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$705,000
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2
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0.15
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$535,000
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0.13
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3
2
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0.35
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3
1,728
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0.38
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2
1,296
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3
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1201-03 CENTRAL AVE, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.02
$723,900
3
8
-
Off Market
1113-1117 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.06
$639,800
4
3
-
Off Market
310 Pemberton Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.05
$604,900
4
3
-
Off Market
1115 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.07
$555,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
413 Pemberton Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.05
$558,700
3
2
-
Off Market
309-13 PARKSIDE RD, Rahway, NJ 07065
0.11
$599,900
4
3
-
Off Market
408 Huntington Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.05
$575,300
4
2
-
Off Market
304 Marsh, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.08
$584,200
4
2
-
Off Market
412 Parkside Rd, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.12
$663,000
2
3.5
1,596
Off Market
230-36 Parkside, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.14
$663,400
4
2
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Off Market
408-410 Huntington Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
0.08
$566,900
4
2
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 14, 2026
Source: GSMLS #4046987
Listed For Sale
$750,000

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Frequently asked questions about 1209 Central Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1209 Central Ave?
    Based on a $750,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1209 Central Ave in Plainfield, NJ is approximately $5,327 (about $3,971 principal & interest, $1,281 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Plainfield?
    Residents describe Plainfield, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Plainfield, NJ.
  • What are the closest schools to 1209 Central Ave?
    The closest schools to 1209 Central Ave in Plainfield, NJ are Cedarbrook Elementary School (Middle, rated 4/10), Hubbard Middle School (rated 4/10), Plainfield High School (rated 1/10).
  • What is 1209 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1209 Central Ave in Plainfield, NJ is $752,000.
  • Does 1209 Central Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1209 Central Ave in Plainfield, NJ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1209 Central Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1209 Central Ave in Plainfield, NJ has in-unit laundry.
1209 Central Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom single-family home built in 1931. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GSMLS on Aug 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4046987.