$549,900

553 Harrison Ave South Plainfield, NJ 07080

$6,530
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
0.1 acres
House

Property details

About 553 Harrison Ave

Tucked away on a quiet street of South Plainfield, this move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, including a private primary suite, this home delivers the layout you've been looking for. The open flow between the dining area and sunlit eat-in kitchen, complete with skylights, creates a bright, functional space that feels just right for everyday living and effortless entertaining. With 2 full bathrooms, a partially finished basement, and a fully fenced-in yard, there's room to grow, work, play, and relax. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a quiet night at home, this property checks all the boxes. Located just minutes from schools, parks, shopping, and major routes for commuting.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.1148 Acres
Year built1960
Parking1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep
MLS #2512887R

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Skylight, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, 1 Bedroom, Loft, Storage, None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep
  • Exterior: Open Porch(es), Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $549,900
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,753
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Interior Lot, Level
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 0.1148 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2512887R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

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553 Harrison Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 22, 2024
Home Sold
$465,000
Jul 11, 2007
Home Sold
$332,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$116,100$7,753
2022$116,100$7,656
2021$116,100$7,476
2020$116,100$7,069
2019$116,100$6,887

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Franklin Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.2 mi

1000 Franklin Ave

3

Clinton Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

West 4th St and Clinton Ave

3

Washington Community School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

427 Darrow 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 $103,814. The most common annual income of people living in South Plainfield, NJ is between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
46%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
28%
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
19%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 553 Harrison Ave

The listing price of 553 Harrison Ave property is $549,900.

The property 553 Harrison Ave is a house located in South Plainfield, New Jersey, 07080.

Active Listing: 553 Harrison Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 553 Harrison Ave are: Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Clinton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Washington Community School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Plainfield Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grant Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), The Queen City Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South Plainfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Union County Teams Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Plainfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,753 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 22, 2024 for $465,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 553 Harrison Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The sq. ft. of 553 Harrison Ave is not available (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 553 Harrison Ave is 1960.

This home is located at 553 Harrison Ave in South Plainfield, NJ and zip code 07080. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,900.

While more than 13 listings in South Plainfield, NJ in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 0 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in South Plainfield, NJ increased by 29.8% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 41 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $526,000 during the same period.

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

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