




271 Central Ave, Edison, NJ, 08817
About This Home
Prime Edison Property - Approved for Two Luxury Single-Family Homes or Live & Rent Opportunity Exceptional opportunity to own a board and zoning - approved minor subdivision in Edison's sought after neighborhood - offering flexibility, income, and future profit. This property includes an existing multi-family home plus approval to build two new luxury single-family homes, making it ideal for builders, investors, owner-occupants, or multi-generational buyers. Property Highlights Approved to build two new luxury single-family homes, see below for details Existing multi-family includes: o Unit 1: 5 BR/3 BA, half basement, & driveway, rented at $3,200/month (lease through 3/31/26, option for extension as needed) o Unit 2: 2 BR/1 BA, full basement, & 2-car garage, currently owner-occupied or rentable at $2,200/month Live in one unit and collect rent from the other, or start immediate construction on two new homes New Construction Vision & Approved Blueprints Each approved single-family home is designed for modern luxury living (~2,800-2,900 sq ft) and projected to sell for $1.0M - $1.2M. Key design highlights include: 1. 5 BR / 3 BA plus dual family rooms, including coffered design, for large family gathering or entertainment 2. Soaring 9' ceiling on 1st floor, 8' ceiling on 2nd floor with 10' tray ceiling for master coupled with a walk-out balcony 3. Spa-inspired master suite with freestanding tub and his & her WIC 4. Gourmet quartz kitchen with walk-in pantry and stainless-steel appliances 5. Hardwood or porcelain floors with Andersen / Pella windows 6. Energy-efficient two-zone HVAC, high R-value insulation, and smart layout 7. Superior exterior structure using 2x6 framing Together, both homes could yield $2M+ in finished value, instantly positioning this property as a high-upside investment. Prime Edison Location Minutes to Edison train station (direct to NYC), top-rated schools, major shopping, and quick access to Route 1, Parkway, Rt 287, and NJ Turnpike. High-demand neighborhood with strong resale and rental markets. This turnkey development offers a fully approved minor subdivision for two new luxury single-family homes, along with an existing income-producing multi-family residence. The value reflects over a year of professional work and approval completed - including planning board fees, legal and engineering costs, environmental testing, zoning compliance, architected blueprints, and finalized deeds. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to perform their own due diligence regarding minor subdivision details, construction, potential resale values, etc. Any price estimates for future construction are illustrative only and not a guarantee of market value or profit. Property sold as-is with no representation or warranty of future performance, subject to local zoning, building, and planning regulations.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater(Electric),Water Heater,Unit 1(Dryer,Refrigerator),Unit 2(Refrigerator)
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space, Full, None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
Features
- Unit 1(Dining Room,Kitchen,5+ Bedrooms,2+ Baths),Unit 2(Dining Room,2 Bedrooms,Kitchen,1 Bath,Den/Family Room)
- Flooring: Unit 1 Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard Electric
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,372
- Total interior livable area: 3,372 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 050010000000002306
- Zoning: RB
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 6,564 sqft
- Features: See Remarks
- Lot size dimensions: 125.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,062 | $72,744 |
| Home Insurance * | $343 | $4,116 |
| Property Taxes | $1,988 | $23,856 |
| Electricity | $371 | $4,460 |
| Total | $8,764 | $105,168 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-07 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000 |
| 2021-01-05 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-10-05 | Listed for sale | $729,999 |
| 2020-01-10 | Listing removed | $559,999 |
| 2019-10-07 | Listed for sale | $559,999 |
| 2016-04-26 | Listing removed | $468,000 |
| 2016-04-05 | Pending sale | $468,000 |
| 2016-02-26 | Listed for sale | $468,000 |
| 2015-11-30 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
| 2015-11-20 | Listed for rent | $2,600 |
| 2014-08-01 | Sold | $376,000 |
| 2014-04-22 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
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