972 Kensington Ave Plainfield, NJ $ 980,000
972 Kensington Ave
$ 980,000
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972 Kensington Ave

Plainfield, NJ, 07060
$ 980,000
Bedrooms5 Baths3.2

Monthly Estimate*

$ 6,034

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Single Family Home for sale in Plainfield, NJ

for $980,000 with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 2 half baths. This home was built in 1926 on a lot size of 0.38.

The Banker's Estate: Timeless Architecture Meets Modern Living. 972 Kensington Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a distinguished Colonial Revival residence rich in character, craftsmanship, and history. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, this stately home offers approximately 2,900 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms, multiple baths across three finished levels, and a thoughtfully preserved layout designed for entertaining and comfortable living. A gracious foyer welcomes you with Waterford sconces and timeless architectural detail. Gleaming hardwood floors, expansive formal living and dining rooms, and a classic butler's pantry showcase the home's enduring charm and functionality. Sunlight fills the spectacular sunroom through walls of windows, creating a bright retreat overlooking the property. The updated kitchen blends historic warmth with modern convenience, featuring Thermador double ovens, adjoining butler's pantry, wet bar, and a convenient secondary stairwell to the second floor. Additional highlights include exceptional closet and storage space throughout, including cedar-lined closets, central air on the second and third floors, and a finished basement with an additional bath and flexible recreation space. Rare original details including the slate roof, preserved architectural elements, and original 1926 blueprints reflect exceptional craftsmanship rarely found today. A home of this pedigree, scale, and provenance seldom becomes available.

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Open House

5/29/2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5/30/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
5/31/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
972 Kensington Ave Plainfield, NJ
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm

Single Family Active

Price

$ 980,000

Bedrooms

5

Full Bath

3

Half Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 15,174

Style

Colonial

Lot Size

0.38

Year Built

1926

Town/City

Plainfield

County/Region

Union

MLS | Web ID

4030576

Features
Interior
Interior Amenities Bar-Wet Cedar Closets
Basement Bilco-Style Door Full Walkout
Flooring Tile Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Living Room Wood Burning
Other Room 1 Level First
Kitchen Level First
Living Room Level First
Other Room 4 Level First
Dining Room Level First
Other Room 2 Level First
Other Room 3 Level First
In-Law Suite Yes
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Half Baths 2
Total Bedrooms 5
Kitchen Dimensions 16x14
Kitchen Features Eat-In Kitchen Pantry
In-Law Suite Description Bedroom 2 Full Bath
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General
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Radiators - Steam
Cooling Central Air Ductless Split AC
Utilities Electric Gas-Natural
Possession Closing
Roof Slate
Appliances Dishwasher Generator-Built-In Jennaire Type Refrigerator Self Cleaning Oven Washer Water Filter
Water Heater Gas
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Colonial
Year Built 1926
Garage Detached Garage
Township Plainfield City
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Union
Total Rooms 16
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Watchung Ave to Kensington Ave
Open Parking Spaces 4
Tax Annual Amount 15174
Drive Blacktop Fencing
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 170000
Town # 2912
Tax Lot 10
Primary Style Colonial
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Gazebo Patio FencPriv
Lot Features Level Lot
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Wood
Lot Dimensions 110X150
Lot Size Acres 0.38
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List By
SEAN QUINN

Listing Agent

Compass New Jersey, Llc

Broker

sean.quinn@compass.com

Email

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Nearby
291163 Elementary School
291353 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
5/28/2026$980,000 Listed Price

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972 Kensington Ave, Plainfield, NJ, 07060 is a Single Family Home for sale at $980,000 with a lot size of 0.38. 972 Kensington Ave has 5 bedrooms, 3.2 baths, and was built in 1926. The property's zip code is 07060 which is in Plainfield, NJ