Restored Historic Home with Period Details and Backyard Listed in Jersey City by Irene Barnaby, Compass

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The historic home contains period details and tasteful updates.

Searching for a slice of history to call home? Don’t miss out on a carefully restored, historic brick row home in the heart of McGinley Square, Jersey City.

Built in 1890, this three-bedroom brownstone offers over 1,700 square feet of living space across multiple levels plus an additional 850 square feet of garden-level flex space in the finished, walk-out basement. Tasteful updates ensure the single-family home is equipped with modern comforts, such as central air and a laundry room.

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The home has bay windows and mantles.

There are period details throughout that pay homage to the residence’s heritage.
Ornate cornices, double wooden doors, and multiple historic mantles effortlessly blend with the refreshed finishes of the home. Bay windows in the living room welcome natural light into the home, while hardwood flooring and a wooden staircase banister complement the period details.

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There are period details throughout the home.
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There is hardwood flooring throughout.

The eat-in kitchen has plentiful cabinetry, a stainless-steel gas range, and stone countertops. An adjacent formal dining room is perfect for hosting meals. The kitchen has direct access to a private terrace that overlooks the surrounding trees and backyard, offering the opportunity to enjoy alfresco dining.

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Kitchen.
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Kitchen.
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Formal dining room.
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Formal dining room.
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The terrace is accessible via the kitchen.

The expansive primary bedroom is bathed in natural light via bay windows and an extra oversized window. Period details like the curved plaster archway, cornices, and mantle enhance the room’s charm. A walk-in closet provides ample storage. The additional two bedrooms are equally spacious with one containing multiple oversized windows for natural light and the other with a large window and a mantle.

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Primary bedroom.
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Primary bedroom.
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The primary bedroom has a mantle and walk-in closet.
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Bedroom.
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Bedroom.
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Bedroom.

The home boasts two classically designed full bathrooms. One bathroom features an elegant claw-foot tub, complemented by subway-tiled walls and mosaic-tiled flooring for a timeless appeal. The second bathroom has a large shower and floor-to-ceiling tiles.

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Bathroom.
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Bathroom.

The finished, walk-out basement opens up a world of possibilities for versatile living space. The level could easily be outfitted as a den, recreation room, study, home-gym, or playroom.

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Basement.
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Basement.
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Laundry.

The spacious backyard, accessible from the basement level, is perfect for relaxing and entertaining in a private, serene setting. It features a paved area for dining and grilling, along with a lush grassy space surrounded by trees.

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Backyard.

The McGinley Square neighborhood is close to everything Journal Square and Downtown Jersey City have to offer, and there are a variety of amenities and parks nearby. The highly walkable location also offers easy access to NYC via a range of excellent transit options.

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Front exterior.

Featuring period details and a backyard, 12 Emory Street is asking $639,000.

For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Irene Barnaby of Compass NJ at [email protected] or (973) 885-3961.

Listing: 12 Emory Street, Jersey City
Asking: $639,000
Brokerage: Irene Barnaby of Compass NJ

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