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Two-Unit Duplex with Finished Basement
For Sale
$599,900
Pending

659 S 2nd Street, Plainfield, NJ 07060

Multi-Family, Plainfield, NJ

Property Size1,800 SF
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Days on Market140

Property Features for 659 S 2nd Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Zoning description Multi-Family
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2
Patio and Porch features Deck
Interior features Attic
Exterior features Deck
Basement Full
Directions plainfield ave. to 2nd st. house facing NW
Standard status Pending
APN 12-00111-0000-00005
Size 1,800 SF
Lot size 0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 7551

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1895
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Vinyl, Tile - Ceramic
Roof type Shingle
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed By: Ying Gautreau
Added: May 20 Changed: Sep 13 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 7:06AM
MLS# 22614979

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-unit duplex contains 1,800 square feet on a 0.07-acre lot and includes a finished basement, attic, deck, four bedrooms, and three bathrooms. Interior finishes include vinyl and ceramic tile flooring, with forced-air heating serving the property. The building dates to 1895 and has a shingle roof that is 3 years old.

A rear parking lot provides on-site parking, while recent property updates include a newer stove and refrigerator, two new hot water heaters, and cleaning and painting. Public water and public sewer serve the property. The address is 659 S 2nd Street in Plainfield, with the train station located a few blocks away.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex with 1,800 square feet of property size
  • 0.07‑acre lot with a rear parking lot
  • Finished basement, attic, and deck

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$25,689
Cap Rate
4.28%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$513,780 $513.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$366,986 $367.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$285,433 $285.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,800 SF
Gross rent
$38.9K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.2K −$1.21/SF
EGI
$36.7K $20.39/SF
− OpEx
−$11.0K −$6.12/SF
NOI
$25.7K $14.27/SF
Area
Somerset County, NJ
Vacancy
5.61%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$513,780
Cap Rate 7%
$366,986
Cap Rate 9%
$285,433

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$367.0K
$321.1K – $428.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,689 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.28%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$319.4K
$279.5K – $372.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,358 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$470.0K
$411.3K – $548.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $32,901 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.48%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

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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

981
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 07060, NJ

48,423
Population
16,154
Households
3
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,685
Density / Sq Mi
$72,882
Median Household Income
$32,867
Median Earnings
$1,629
Median Rent
$369,400
Median Home Value
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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 property with rear parking, updated appliances, and convenient access to the train station.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 659 S 2nd Street Plainfield, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $599,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit duplex with 1,800 square feet of property size; 0.07‑acre lot with a rear parking lot; Finished basement, attic, and deck
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