Solid all-brick half-duplex with strong upside potential in Raritan's downtown district. This 3-bedroom home offers high ceilings and hardwood floors, ready for thoughtful restoration. The walk-up attic includes a full bath and third bedroom. Full unfinished basement for laundry, utilities, and storage. The property sits on a deep lot and features both front and rear covered porches. Public water, sewer, and natural gas. On-street parking. Excellent location just blocks from NJ Transit and Main Street, restaurants and shops abound. Recent rentals nearby show strong income potential, with similar 3-bedroom homes in Raritan renting between $2,600 and $2,850 per month. Being sold as-is, this home offers an affordable entry point or an investment opportunity with long-term upside once improved.
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$385,000
55 Thompson St, Raritan Boro, NJ 08869
3beds
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Est.:
Duplex, Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
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What's special
- 68 days |
- 2,046 |
- 76 |
Zillow last checked: December 22, 2025 at 11:15pm
Listing updated: October 21, 2025 at 08:07am
Listed by:
Jennifer A. Blanchard 908-432-0318,
Bhhs Fox & Roach
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 3993042
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Living/Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 405
- Dimensions: 15 x 27
Basement
- Features: Outside Entrance, Storage Room, Utility Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Radiators - Hot Water, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Yes,Bilco-Style Door,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 3,484.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 179
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 2716000910000000290000
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Raritan Business District
Location
- Region: Raritan
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $180,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,374
- Date on market: 10/18/2025
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $385,000+215.6% |
Source:  GSMLS #3993042 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2000 | Sold | $122,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,375 | $180,000 |
| 2024 | $5,375 +4.9% | $180,000 |
| 2023 | $5,125 +9.5% | $180,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,607/mo
Principal & interest
$1859
Property taxes
$613
Home insurance
$135
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08869
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Bridgewater-Raritan Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Bridgewater Raritan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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