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$799,000

17 Van Houten Ave Jersey City, NJ 07305

4 beds
3 full
House

Property details

About 17 Van Houten Ave

Move-In Ready Gem! 2 Car "GARAGE" + 2 parking. Discover this unique and beautifully maintained Solid brick Cape Cod-style home, a architectural gem, situated on a rare "extra-wide 40x100 corner" lot in a quiet "cul-de-sac street" — offering privacy, space, and timeless charm. * Stop driving around looking for parking. You have your own garage! 1) Sunny & Bright 2) Ab 2500sqf of living space, 2 floors plus basement 3) 2-car garage plus driveway space for 2 additional vehicles 4) Walk-out basement 5) Newer HVAC system, newer heating, and tankless hot water heater, Radiant heat 6) Newer energy-efficient windows 7) New smart garage door opener 8) Specialty BBQ system in the basement — perfect for entertaining 9) Cozy gas fireplace in the basement living space 10) Newer roof and meticulously maintained from top to bottom 11) New Lawn Sprinklers with Timer 12) Tons of storage space throughout. This 4-bedroom, 3-Bathroom home is move-in ready — This home is move-in ready — just bring your vision and style. Enjoy privacy, parking, and pristine condition in one of the most desirable residential pockets around. Don't miss this opportunity! Schedule your private tour today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #250012468
Garage3 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $799,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,169
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • MLS Number: 250012468
  • MLS Name: HudsonCountyNJ
  • Office Name: PROMINENT PROPERTIES SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY
  • Office Phone: (201) 333-7717

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$285,700$6,169
2022$285,700$4,310
2021$285,700$4,310
2020$285,700$4,399
2019$285,700$4,251

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Gladys Cannon Nunery School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

123 Claremont Ave

5

Empowerment Academy Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

0.6 mi

240 Ege Ave

4

Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

239 Ocean Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,042. Most Jersey City, NJ residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • ToyotaToyota
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 17 Van Houten Ave

The listing price of 17 Van Houten Ave property is $799,000.

The property 17 Van Houten Ave is a house located in Jersey City, New Jersey, 07305.

Active Listing: 17 Van Houten Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 17 Van Houten Ave are: Gladys Cannon Nunery School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Empowerment Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), James F. Murray School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Academy I (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), President Barack Obama Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Henry Snyder High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Innovation High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), University Academy Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,169 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 17 Van Houten Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

This home is located at 17 Van Houten Ave in Jersey City, NJ and zip code 07305 in the Greenville neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Jersey City, NJ there were more than 32 sold above asking price, over 50 sold below and more than 19 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Jersey City, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 11.9%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $715,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 34 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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