74 Mercer Ave, North Plainfield Boro, NJ 07060

• 5 beds |
• 2 baths

Property Description

This gorgeous historic property has been lovingly cared for by its owner-occupants for over 30 years and is ready to welcome it's next stewards. Set on a large corner lot amongst mature trees with plenty of open yard space, the home has two large units in move-in condition. Offering a perfect blend of size and location, this home is an ideal investment for owner-occupants looking to enjoy this beautiful home or investors looking for high yield units for discerning tenants. This updated and comfortable home features hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light. Apt 1 occupies the entire first floor and enjoys a lovely front porch, 2 large bedrooms, and a full unfinished basement for storage. The generously sized living room has lovely historic details that have been well preserved, including a wood burning fireplace. Apt two occupies the entire second and third floors of the home. Featuring new carpets, a large eat-in kitchen, a living room with a wood burning fireplace, a sun porch that can be used as a lovely home office or den, and a large bonus room that could be used as a fourth bedroom or dining room. There is abundant off-street parking and a detached 2 car garage. The large, private yard is a unique asset for rentals of this size. This home was previously enjoyed as a large single-family home and could easily be converted back, while maintaining the legal 2 family designation. There is a whole house generator hook-up for a portable generator.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

October 22, 2025 at 12:00AM

Listing Office:

KELLER WILLIAMS GREATER BRUNSWICK : 908-751-7721

MLS ID:

3993271

Interior

• General: Carbon Monoxide DetectorFire ExtinguisherHigh CeilingsSecurity SystemShadesSmoke DetectorWalk-In ClosetWood Floors
• Basement: Unfinished
• A/C: Window A/C(s)
• Heating: 2 UnitsRadiators - SteamGas-Natural

Exterior

• General: WoodPartially FencedPatioWood Fence
• Parking: Parking spaces: 6

Construction

• Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

Location

• County: Somerset

Lot

• Driveway: Blacktop
• Zoning: 2714-00136-0000-00011-0000-

Utilities

• Utilities: ElectricGas-Natural
• Water: Public Water
• Sewer: Public Sewer

This listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS GREATER BRUNSWICK