#2515635R, Listing office: LEGENDARY REALTY LLC
135 N 5th Ave Highland Park, NJ 08904
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About 135 N 5th Ave
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street in the heart of Highland Park. Blending the timeless character of an older home with the convenience of modern updates, this property offers warmth, space and functionality in every corner. Step inside to find a bright first floor featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a stylish kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Large open doorways enhance the home's flow and provide natural light. A first-floor bedroom with a full bathroom provides flexible living optionsideal for guests, a home office or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom. Each room is equipped with ceiling fans for year-round comfort. The partially finished basement adds valuable living spaceperfect for a rec room, home gym, or media area. Outside, enjoy the picture-perfect large front porch and a fully fenced backyard with a patiogreat for relaxing or entertaining. In the past two years sellers have replaced the roof, added solar (owned), purchased new refrigerator, new dishwasher, new boiler, new tankless hot water heater, new mini-split, and replaced the 2nd floor windows. Located just minutes from downtown Highland Park, and within walking distance to both the high school and middle school, this home offers charm, space, and convenience all in one. Don't miss this move-in ready gem! Make your appointment today!
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- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Interior: 1 Bedroom, Dining Room, Bath Full, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Attic
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: 1 Car Width, Asphalt
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Cooling: Zoned
- List Price: $574,900
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $11,248
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Near Public Transit
- Year Built: 1914
- Stories: 2
- Lot Size: 0.1148 Acres
- MLS Number: 2660072M
- MLS Name: CJMLS API
- Office Name: RE/MAX DIAMOND, REALTORS
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 26, 2022 | Home Sold | $510,000 |
Jul 14, 2016 | Home Sold | $399,200 |
Nov 30, 2007 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
Apr 19, 2007 | Home Sold | $320,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $450,300 | $11,248 |
2022 | $134,300 | $11,443 |
2021 | $134,300 | $11,293 |
2020 | $134,300 | $11,301 |
2019 | $134,300 | $10,979 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Bartle Elementary School
Public District 2-5
0.6 mi
•435 Mansfield St
6
John Marshall Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•15 Cornell St
5
Lindeneau Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•50 Blossom St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $144,773. Most Highland Park, NJ residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 135 N 5th Ave
The listing price of 135 N 5th Ave property is $574,900.
The property 135 N 5th Ave is a house located in Highland Park, New Jersey, 08904.
Active Listing: 135 N 5th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 135 N 5th Ave are: Bartle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lindeneau Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Highland Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Thomas Jefferson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln Annex School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highland Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Middlesex County Vocational School Piscataway (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Edison High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,248 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2022 for $510,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 135 N 5th Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The sq. ft. of 135 N 5th Ave is not available (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 135 N 5th Ave is 1914.
This home is located at 135 N 5th Ave in Highland Park, NJ and zip code 08904. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $574,900.
Over 4 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Highland Park, NJ. In the same period over 1 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Highland Park, NJ increased by 17.6% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 65 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $575,000 during the same period.