$9,974 Closing Credit¹
#3944353, Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
$989,000 List price
979 Oakland Ave Plainfield City, NJ 07060
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 2 partial
3,142 sqft
0.7 acres
$315 / sqft
House
Property details
About 979 Oakland Ave
In the heart of Sleepy Hollow, this stunning stone-front center hall colonial sits high on a hill yet offers a leveled spacious yard. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 full & 2 half baths, this home illuminates in natural light and rich in character. Step into the inviting living room, where elegant gas fireplace and two sets of French doors open to a charming, covered screened in porch, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. A formal dining room opens to the kitchen and entry hall. The eat-in kitchen is a true delight, featuring natural brick detailing, stainless steel appliances, large granite countertops sure to please the best of chefs. Included is a separate breakfast nook The den/library has a wood burning fireplace.. On the second floor, the primary suite includes two walk-in closets, an en-suite bath, and a gas fireplace. Step onto the second-floor terrace to enjoy peaceful views of mature trees lining the serene rear property. On the lower level, second porch leads to a beautifully landscaped yard and water feature. Additional highlights include a two-car garage and a partially finished basement with a rec room. This home offers the perfect mix of privacy, elegance, and charm.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingSingle Unit, Central Air
Size3,142 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.71 Acres
Year built1944
Parking1 Car Width, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive, On-Street Parking, Built-In Garage
MLS #3945181
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceBedroom 1, Gas Fireplace, Library, Living Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: 3945181
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
- Office Phone: (908) 377-7181
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Nearby schools
6
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•739 Leland Ave
2
Evergreen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1033 Evergreen Ave
8
J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.9 mi
•16 Kevin Rd
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 $142,819. Most Plainfield City, NJ residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
13%
35k-100k
45%
100k-200k
24%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
34%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 979 Oakland Ave
This home is located at 979 Oakland Ave in Plainfield City, NJ and zip code 07060. This 3,142 square foot home, which was built in 1944, sits on a 0.71 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $989,000.
While more than 8 listings in Plainfield City, NJ in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. In January 2025 in Plainfield City, NJ there were 4.8% more homes for sale than in December. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $485,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 20 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.