Listing
$755,000
Original list price: $799,000
944 Ma••••• Ave (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Plainfield, NJ 07060
Property Description
Own a rare piece of Plainfield history at 944 Madison Avenue. This distinctive 3,900 sq ft residence was built in 1897 as the carriage house to the iconic Coriell Mansion, the largest home ever constructed in the Queen City. Located in the Van Wyck Brooks Historic District, the property offers architectural integrity and timeless character rarely found today. The home has been featured in architectural publications and on historic home tours. Original craftsmanship is showcased throughout, including high ceilings, exposed beams, French doors, original wainscoting, stained-glass accents, and leaded transom windows. 5 gas fireplaces add warmth and old-world charm. The kitchen features a Viking range, stainless steel appliances, and a layout designed for entertaining. A generously sized dining room flows seamlessly into the main living areas. Set far off the street, mature hedges provide exceptional privacy. Expansive front and side yards, a detached two-car garage, and inviting outdoor spaces complete the setting. A summer kitchen opens to a patio and screened porch for easy indoor-outdoor living. The ground level offers flexible rooms with a full bath, ideal for a studio, home office, or recreation space. The main living level includes a primary suite, guest bedroom, additional full bath, and open living and dining areas. The third floor provides an additional bedroom or office and a full walk-in attic. A truly exceptional opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind historic residence.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Listed
- May 20, 2026
- Sold
- Aug 26, 2026
- List Price
- $799,000
- ZIP Code
- 07060
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Parking
- 2
- Heating
- 1 Unit, Baseboard Hotwater
- Cooling
- 1 Unit, Central Air
- Property Tax (2025)
- $12,050/yr
- Assessed Value
- $135,000
- Neighborhood
- Van Wyck Brooks Historic District
- County
- Union
- School District
- Plainfield Public School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1 Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: First
- Bedroom 4 Level: Third
- Primary Bedroom Description: Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.00
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Primary Bathroom Features: Tub Shower
Land Info
- Lot Description: Level Lot
- Lot Size Acres: 0.34
- Lot Size Dimensions: 100X150
- Lot Size Square Feet: 14810
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Fiber Optic Available
- Garbage Extra Charge
- Water Source: Public Water
Appliances
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Generator-Hookup
- Kitchen Exhaust Fan
- Range/Oven-Gas
- Washer
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Ground Level: Bath(s) Other
- Family Room Level: Second
- Living Room Level: First
- Basement Description: Slab
Home Features
- Other Equipment: Gas
Interior Features
- Beam Ceilings
- Blinds
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Smoke Detector
- Walk-In Closet
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Garage and Parking
- Driveway: 2 Car Width
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Detached Garage
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area Description: Living/Dining Combo
- Dining Room Level: Second
- Kitchen Level: Second
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: 1 Unit, Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer/Hall, Gas Fireplace
- Heating Features: 1 Unit, Baseboard - Hotwater
- Heating Fuel: Gas-Natural
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 12050
- Source Listing Status: Sold
- County: Union
- Directions: Park Avenue to Randolph Road to Madison Avenue
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Neighborhood: Van Wyck Brooks
- Ownership Type: Fee Simple
- Subdivision: Van Wyck Brooks
- Property Subtype: Single Family
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1897
- Building Exterior Type: Wood
- Property Age: 129
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- House Style: Carriage House
- Year Built Details: Historical
Exterior and Lot Features
- EnclPrch
- Patio
- Pergola
- Patio: Yes
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | Sold | $755,000 | $206 |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Sold | $755,000 | - |
| May 27, 2026 | Price Changed | $799,000 | - |
| May 20, 2026 | Listed | $824,999 | - |
| May 19, 2026 | Listing removed | - | - |
| Apr 5, 2026 | Price Changed | $849,999 | - |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Listing removed | - | - |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Listed | $874,999 | - |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Price Changed | $874,999 | $239 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Listed | $899,000 | $245 |
| Dec 3, 2002 | Sold | $280,000 | $76 |
| Sep 20, 1992 | Sold | $128,000 | $35 |
| Mar 9, 1992 | Sold | $75,000 | $20 |
| Apr 17, 1988 | Sold | $158,000 | $43 |
Property Tax History
| Year | Tax | Assessed | Land | Building | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,050 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $487,365 |
| 2024 | $11,788 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $452,868 |
| 2023 | $11,672 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $427,216 |
| 2022 | $11,419 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $361,059 |
| 2021 | $11,319 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $329,269 |
| 2020 | $11,287 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $309,491 |
| 2019 | $11,287 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $309,491 |
| 2018 | $11,051 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $310,774 |
| 2017 | $10,781 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $310,774 |
| 2016 | $10,561 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $301,946 |
| 2015 | $10,249 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $280,840 |
| 2014 | $9,971 | $135,000 | $64,000 | $71,000 | $283,257 |
Nearby Schools
- Plainfield High School0.2 mi
Public · High · Grades 9-12
- Evergreen Elementary School0.4 mi
Public · Elementary · Grades K-5
- Hubbard Middle School0.5 mi
Public · Middle · Grades 6-8
- New Covenant Christian Academy0.3 mi
Private · Elementary, Middle, High · Grades K-11
Location
Lat 40.60899 · Lng -74.41605