$469,000

174 Townsend St New Brunswick, NJ 08901

$5,569
Closing credit¹
0 beds
1,400 sqft
0.06 acres
$335 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 174 Townsend St

This two-unit investment property at 174 Townsend Street in New Brunswick presents a great opportunity for buyers looking to expand their rental portfolio. The home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms across both units and is currently fully rented, generating $2,700 per month in rental income. With rents below market value, there is strong potential to increase cash flow through strategic upgrades and rent adjustments. The property is being sold as-is, and the buyer will be responsible for obtaining a certificate of occupancy and meeting any municipal requirements. Located in an up-and-coming area of New Brunswick, this home is ideal for investors seeking value-add potential. The seller is a licensed real estate professional, Don't miss this chance to add a solid rental property to your portfolio

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,400 sqft
Lot size0.0574 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingSee Remarks
MLS #2515521R

Summary

  • Appliances: Water Heater
  • Interior: Unit 1(1 Bedroom,1 Bath), Unit 2(2 Bedrooms,1 Bath)
  • Parking: See Remarks
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $469,000
  • Price/SqFt: $335
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,783
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,400 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.0574 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2515521R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: LIVX

IDX The data relating to real estate for sale on this web-site comes in part from the Internet Listing Display database of the CENTRAL JERSEY MULTIPLE LISTING SYSTEM. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than this site-owner are marked with the ILD logo. The CENTRAL JERSEY MULTIPLE LISTING SYSTEM does not warrant the accuracy, quality, reliability, suitability, completeness, usefulness or effectiveness of any information provided. The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify properties the consumer may be interested in purchasing or renting. Copyright 2025, CENTRAL JERSEY MULTIPLE LISTING SYSTEM. All Rights Reserved. The CENTRAL JERSEY MULTIPLE LISTING SYSTEM retains all rights, title and interest in and to its trademarks, service marks and copyrighted material.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 6/19/2025, 8:45:29 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹

174 Townsend St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 - view of front of property

$469,000

174 Townsend St

$5,569

closing credit¹

Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!

Seller rebate

0.5% sale price²

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2021
Home Sold
$235,000
Sep 14, 1993
Home Sold
$20,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$188,100$4,783
2022$188,100$4,681
2021$188,100$4,551
2020$188,100$4,557
2019$188,100$4,454

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Roosevelt Elemmentary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

83 Livingston Ave

4

Lord Stirling Community School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

101 Redmond St

2

A.C. Redshaw Elemmentary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

216 Livingston 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 $51,884. Typical income of New Brunswick, NJ residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

26%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
35%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

24%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
36%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

Similar homes for sale

Frequently asked questions

About 174 Townsend St

The listing price of 174 Townsend St property is $469,000.

The property 174 Townsend St is a multi located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901.

Active Listing: 174 Townsend St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 174 Townsend St are: Roosevelt Elemmentary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lord Stirling Community School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), A.C. Redshaw Elemmentary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln Annex School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Greater Brunswick Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highland Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Brunswick High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Middlesex County Vocational School Piscataway (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,783 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 18, 2021 for $235,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 174 Townsend St is 1,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 174 Townsend St is 1920.

This home is located at 174 Townsend St in New Brunswick, NJ and zip code 08901. This 1,400 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 0 bedroom, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $469,000.

Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in New Brunswick, NJ. In the same period over 2 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in New Brunswick, NJ increased by 20% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 101 days, the median list price was $432,500.

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

More resources