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Historic Duplex with Wraparound Porch
For Sale
$670,000

185 W Cliff St, Somerville, NJ 08876

MULTI_FAMILY - Somerville Boro, NJ

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.20 Acres
Days on Market59

Property Features for 185 W Cliff St

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bedroom 4, Basement, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3
Parking 4
Interior features Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Wood Floors
Exterior features OpenPrch, Sidewalk, FencVnyl
Fencing Fenced
Elementary school VAN DEVEER
Middle school SOMERVILLE
High school SOMERVILLE
Directions Route 22 East to Mountain Avenue, left onto E Cliff Street #185
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.20 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 10066

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Sewer type Public Sewer
Water source Public

Amenities

wraparound porch
composite deck
dry basement
laundry hookups
storage

Building Details

Year built 1910
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 1
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: KELLER WILLIAMS TOWNE SQUARE REAL · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: ERICA SILVESTRI
Added: Jun 12 Changed: Aug 1 Last Checked: Aug 9 at 4:06PM
MLS# 4034239

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1910, this two-unit duplex offers historic character alongside practical updates in downtown Somerville. The first-floor unit features a 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with a living room, formal dining room, and kitchen. The second-floor unit was recently renovated and includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, plus a bonus room that can serve as an office, flex space, workout area, or storage. Interior touches include restored original hardwood floors, fresh paint, and updated lighting.

Each unit has two separate entrances for added privacy. Outdoor space includes a wraparound porch with a low-maintenance composite deck. A large dry basement provides laundry hookups and additional storage.

The property is served by public water and public sewer, with cable available. Set on a 0.2-acre lot, it also provides two dedicated off-street parking spaces per unit, along with a long-standing shared parking arrangement supporting lawn care, snow removal, parking lot repairs, and lot maintenance.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex with separate entrances for each unit
  • Recently renovated second‑floor unit with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and bonus room
  • Wraparound porch with low‑maintenance composite deck

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Florist Tanning Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center Fish Market

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,869
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 08876, NJ

22,849
Population
9,717
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
56%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
16.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,428
Density / Sq Mi
$120,823
Median Household Income
$70,464
Median Earnings
$1,776
Median Rent
$468,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit duplex in historic downtown Somerville with separate entrances, dedicated off-street parking, and a wraparound porch.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 185 W Cliff St Somerville, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $670,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit duplex with separate entrances for each unit; Recently renovated second‑floor unit with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and bonus room; Wraparound porch with low‑maintenance composite deck
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