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972 Kensington Ave, Plainfield, NJ, 07060

5beds
5baths
--sqft
$925,000
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$6,780/moest. monthly cost
$271,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

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 3,500 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.

Getting Around

45
WalkingCar-Dependent
42
TransitSome Transit
49
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
3/10
Maxson Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.7 mi
1/10
Plainfield High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1926

Materials

  • Roof: Slate
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Generator-Built-In,Jennaire Type,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Washer,Water Filter,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Features: Laundry Room, Outside Entrance, Rec Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Yes,Bilco-Style Door,Full,Walk-Out Access

Bedroom1

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 322

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 182

Bedroom4

  • Level: Third
  • Area: 210

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Level: First
  • Area: 224

Features

  • Wet Bar,Cedar Closet(s),Solarium,Sunroom,Pantry,Foyer,In-Law Floorplan
  • Flooring: Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Radiators - Steam,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless Split AC

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry
  • Level: First
  • Area: 224

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Area: 322

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Stall Shower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2912008220000000100000
  • Other equipment: Generator-Built-In

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.38 Acres
  • Features: Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 110 x 150

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Asphalt,Enclosed,Detached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 4