108 FAIRVIEW AVE

This Second Empire, Grand Victorian was crafted in the 1890's. Located in the Lincoln Park historic district of Journal Square, this distinctive home boasts a mansard roof, Iconic columns, extensive gardens and wrap around porch. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 108 Fairview Ave., boasts old world charm with modern amenities. Bursting with light, the duplex unit consists of an open floor plan with a spacious kitchen/dining area, high ceilings, large parlor with bay window and full bedroom with original oak flooring. There is a working wood burning fireplace, fitted for gas and original decorative radiators. The additional bedrooms are on the lower level, each floor has a full bath. Sitting on a 50 x 132 lot, which is a rare find in Jersey City, the 4 car garage is 36 x 20 with 10ft. ceilings and can be an amazing work space. Additional parking can be utilized on the large, paved grounds. The outside area is so spacious, there are endless possibilities for additional structures or gardens. The 2nd unit consists of a large 1 BR that can be converted back to a 2 BR, with an original marble mantle in the living room. The 3rd floor unit is a charming, 1 bedroom with angular walls and some exposed brick. The current layout allows for flexibility to convert this approx 3500 sq ft home to a grand one family (2800 sq ft + 700 sq ft finished basement). Low taxes, in addition to the $4100. monthly rental income, (not including the owner’s unit), increase the desirability of owning this Grand Dame. Centrally located, 1 mile to Journal Square Path, with Manhattan bus and Citibike on the corner. Lincoln Park, with a multitude of tennis courts and a 9 hole golf course is a few, short, blocks away.