Bring your vision and make 1852 W 5th Street your own!Proudly offered by the family of the original owners, this well-maintained bi-level home presents an incredible opportunity to make it your own. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 half bathroom, this home offers a functional layout with plenty of space for comfortable everyday living. Enjoy a large enclosed sun deck, a private, fully fenced backyard ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing, and a spacious driveway with ample parking. Lovingly cared for over the years, this home is ready for its next chapter. While the interior offers a more classic style, it provides endless potential for buyers looking to renovate, update, and create their dream home. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking for a home to personalize, this property is full of opportunity. Conveniently located near Downtown Dunellen and the Dunellen train station, with easy access to major highways, shopping, dining, parks, and everyday conveniences, you'll enjoy both a quiet residential setting and an excellent commuter-friendly location. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a one-owner home with solid bones, a fantastic location, and unlimited potential.
For sale
$525,000
1852 W 5th St, Piscataway, NJ 08854
3beds
1,580sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
8,001 Square Feet Lot
$532,200 Zestimate®
$332/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large enclosed sun deck
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Listed by:
CAREY DIEC,
SIGNATURE REALTY NJ 973-921-1111
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2700327R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: 1st Floor
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- 1 Bedroom, Bath Half, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Bath Full
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,580
- Total interior livable area: 1,580 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Additional Parking, Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One, Two, Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Storage Shed
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,001 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80.00 x 0.00
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Train
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1700602000000003
- Zoning: R75
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground
Location
- Region: Piscataway
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $332/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $347,600
- Annual tax amount: $6,250
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$532,200
$506,000 - $559,000
$3,340/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+277.7%$332/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2700327R Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/1993 | Sold | $139,000$88/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,597 +14.9% | $347,600 +14.9% |
| 2024 | $5,741 -1.5% | $302,500 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $5,829 +3.4% | $287,000 +11.4% |
| 2022 | $5,638 +0.8% | $257,700 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $5,592 +1% | $245,800 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $5,536 +1.4% | $237,000 |
| 2019 | $5,458 | $237,000 +3.2% |
| 2018 | $5,458 +1.2% | $229,700 +14.9% |
| 2017 | $5,391 +1.4% | $199,900 |
| 2016 | $5,317 +2.3% | $199,900 |
| 2015 | $5,197 -20% | $199,900 |
| 2014 | $6,499 +5.1% | $199,900 +110.2% |
| 2013 | $6,183 0% | $95,100 |
| 2012 | $6,184 +5.4% | $95,100 |
| 2011 | $5,868 +1.4% | $95,100 |
| 2010 | $5,787 +4.4% | $95,100 |
| 2009 | $5,543 | $95,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $95,100 |
| 2007 | $18,962 +2% | $95,100 |
| 2006 | $18,585 +4.5% | $95,100 |
| 2005 | $17,791 | $95,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $95,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $95,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $95,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $95,100 |
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Neighborhood: New Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Arbor Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Theodore Schor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Piscataway Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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