Single Family Home For Sale in Jersey City, NJ
MLS# : 260010723
PROPERTY DETAILS
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Imagine a blank canvas on one of the most serene, tree-lined blocks in the Journal Square area. Located just a stone's throw from the lush lawns of Lincoln Park, 445 Fairmount Avenue is the ultimate "diamond in the rough" opportunity for a visionary homeowner or a savvy investor looking to plant roots in a rapidly accelerating neighborhood. This is a true full-gut renovation project, but we’ve already cleared the biggest hurdle for you: the property is being sold in as-is condition with approved plans. Whether you’re a contractor looking for your next masterpiece or a buyer dreaming of building a custom urban oasis from the ground up, the groundwork is laid. Enjoy the backyard that offers the kind of private outdoor space that you do not get in a condo and that’s becoming a rare luxury in Jersey City. The lifestyle here is the perfect blend of tranquility and urban energy. You’re just a short stroll from the heart of McGinley Square, a neighborhood celebrated for its vibrant dining scene, local culture, and authentic community feel. You’re minutes away from the West Side Avenue retail corridor and the journal Square PATH train for a seamless commute, all while having the city’s premier park as your backyard neighbor. Bring your architect, bring your contractor, and bring your imagination—this is your chance to capitalize on the growth of Journal Square and create something truly special.
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This listing is a courtesy of COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
201-627-4947 office, listing agent ADAM BICKOFF
About Jersey City, NJ Real Estate Market
Jersey City currently serves as a prime hub for distribution and transportation terminus for the Port of New York and New Jersey. Ever since the redevelopment of the Jersey City Waterfront happened, Jersey City became a major hub for banking and finance in the United States of America. All these developments in these years also resulted in the development of Hudson County real estate in the city.
Consisting of most of the parts of Ellis Island, Jersey City also surrounds Liberty City through its waters in the Upper New York Bay. Thanks to its proximity and easy connectivity to Manhattan, Jersey City is also considered the sixth borough of New York City. Jersey City has some of the earliest European settlements in North America, which played a crucial role in the development of various sections of the city.
| Population: | 289,691 |
| Total Housing Units: | 132,636 |
| Single Family Homes: | 9,795 |
| Apartments: | 122,774 |
| General Tax Rate (2025): | 2.335% |
| Effective Tax Rate (2025): | 1.847% |
| Compare To Other Towns |
Jersey City Market Indicators
PRICE INDEX
| Average Price* (12mo): | $739,081 |
| Homes Sold* (12mo): | 177 |
SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES
Jersey City, NJ
PRICE INDEX
| Average Price* (12mo): | $681,468 |
| Apatments Sold* (12mo): | 1,096 |
APARTMENT SALES
Jersey City, NJ
REAL ESTATE TAXES
| General Tax Rate (2025): | 2.335% |
| Effective Tax Rate (2025): | 1.847% |
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MADISON ADAMSTM
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
201-760-1100 (office)
201-760-1102 (fax)
| Homes : | $399,000 - 2,395,000 | 60 |
| Condos : | $165,000 - 6,499,000 | 587 |
| Co-ops : | $397,500 - 664,000 | 8 |
| Twnhs : | $339,900 - 2,300,000 | 13 |
| 2-4 Fam : | $415,000 - 1,999,999 | 135 |
| 5+ Fam : | $1,550,000 - 1,550,000 | 1 |
| Land : | $399,000 - 4,800,000 | 25 |
| Rentals : | $1,600 - 5,300 | 36 |
| Mixd Use : | $1,550,000 - 1,550,000 | 1 |
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| Biz : | $30,000 - 1,295,000 | 10 |
