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Duplex with Renovated Upper Unit
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$685,000

185 W Cliff St, Somerville, NJ 08876

Historic residential property with separate entrances, a wraparound porch, basement storage, and dedicated off-street parking.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market80

Property Features for 185 W Cliff St

General Information

Standard status Active
Total Parking Spaces 4
Property subtype Multi Family Home

Units

Unit Mix 1 x 1BR/1BA, 1 x 2BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 2
Parking per Unit 2

Additional Details

Public Transit Yes

Amenities

wraparound porch
composite deck
basement with laundry hookups
storage

Building Details

Year Built 1910
Buildings 1
Units 1
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Towne Square Real
Listed By: Erica Silvestri
Source: Betterhomerealestate
Added: Jun 12 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 1:56AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1910, this duplex pairs preserved historic details with selected modern updates. The first-floor residence includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a living room, formal dining room, and kitchen, and is occupied by long-term tenants. The renovated second-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a bonus room suitable for office, flex, workout, or storage use.

Original hardwood floors, updated lighting, fresh paint, and a wraparound porch with composite decking add to the property’s character and usability. Each residence has two entrances. Additional features include a dry basement with laundry hookups, substantial storage, and two dedicated off-street parking spaces per unit.

The property is near NJ Transit, with direct NYC service, and close to Somerville restaurants, shops, cafes, and entertainment. A shared parking arrangement covers lawn care, snow removal, parking lot repairs, and lot maintenance.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex built in 1910 with preserved historic character and modern updates
  • First‑floor unit has 1 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, formal dining room, and kitchen
  • Renovated second‑floor unit includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a bonus room

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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,973
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 - Historic residential property with separate entrances, a wraparound porch, basement storage, and dedicated off-street parking.
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 $685,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex built in 1910 with preserved historic character and modern updates; First‑floor unit has 1 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, formal dining room, and kitchen; Renovated second‑floor unit includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a bonus room
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