#250007774, Listing office: HUDSON DIGS REALTY LLC
Property details
About 85 Kearney Ave
Imagine the possibilities in this charming two-family home, perfectly situated in Jersey City's vibrant Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood. With the Garfield Avenue Light Rail and bus lines just steps away, you'll have the city at your fingertips, along with local shops and parks within easy reach. The recently renovated Unit 1 offers comfortable living with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a delightful walkout to a private backyard patio. Unit 2 provides a well-designed 3-bedroom, 1-bath space. Plus, a renovated bonus basement studio with a bathroom offers added flexibility for rental income or an in-law suite. This property is primed for the future, with separate gas and electric meters installed for easy conversion to a three-family. Enjoy the convenience of driveway parking and a spacious concrete backyard, ideal for outdoor entertaining and family fun. Surrounded by exciting new developments, this is your chance to invest, live, or create your dream home in one of Jersey City’s most sought-after areas. Ask about below 5% financing tailored for investors and owner/occupied landlords. Property sold as-is; inspections focused on HVAC, structural, and plumbing.
Highlights
Home typeDuplex
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #250015239
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 8
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Architectural Style: Multi-Level
- Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $720,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,336
- Tax Year: 2024
- MLS Number: 250015239
- MLS Name: HudsonCountyNJ
- Office Name: KELLER WILLIAMS CITY LIFE REALTY
- Office Phone: (201) 659-8600
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2012 | Home Sold | $45,000 |
| Sep 13, 2005 | Home Sold | $332,000 |
| Dec 09, 2004 | Home Sold | $247,000 |
| Oct 04, 2002 | Home Sold | $178,000 |
| Jan 28, 2002 | Home Sold | $135,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $237,500 | $5,336 |
| 2022 | $237,500 | $3,618 |
| 2021 | $237,500 | $3,618 |
| 2020 | $237,500 | $3,657 |
| 2019 | $237,500 | $3,534 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Gladys Cannon Nunery School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•123 Claremont Ave
5
Empowerment Academy Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
0.4 mi
•240 Ege Ave
3
Dr. Paul Rafalides School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•362 Union 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 $36,467. Residents of Jersey City, NJ typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
49%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
34%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Burlington
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
White Castle
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Kia
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Soft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 85 Kearney Ave
The listing price of 85 Kearney Ave property is $720,000.
The property 85 Kearney Ave is a multi located in Jersey City, New Jersey, 07305.
Active Listing: 85 Kearney Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 85 Kearney Ave are: Gladys Cannon Nunery School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Empowerment Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Dr. Paul Rafalides School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ollie Culbreth Jr. School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Academy I (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Chaplain Charles Watters School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Innovation High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Henry Snyder High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), University Academy Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,336 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 19, 2012 for $45,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
This home is located at 85 Kearney Ave in Jersey City, NJ and zip code 07305 in the Greenville neighborhood. Features: 8 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $720,000.
Over 32 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Jersey City, NJ. In the same period over 50 listings were sold below the listed price and 19 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Jersey City, NJ there were 11.9% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $715,000 and the average listing age was 34 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.