972 Kensington Ave, Plainfield City, NJ 07060

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 31, 2026 at 3:40PM

Listing Office:

COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC : 732-454-3007

MLS ID:

4030576

Interior

• General: Bar-WetCedar Closets
• Master Bedroom: Full Bath
• Master Bath: Stall Shower
• Kitchen: Eat-In KitchenPantry
• Appliances: DishwasherGenerator-Built-InJennaire TypeRefrigeratorSelf Cleaning OvenWasherWater Filter
• Dining: Formal Dining Room
• Basement: Bilco-Style DoorFullWalkout
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: Central AirDuctless Split AC
• Heating: Radiators - SteamGas-Natural
• Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: WoodGazeboPatioFencPriv
• Style: Colonial
• Parking: Parking spaces: 4

Construction

• Roofing: Slate

Location

• County: Union

Lot

• Driveway: BlacktopFencing
• Zoning: 2912-00822-0000-00010-0000-

Utilities

• Utilities: ElectricGas-Natural
• Water: Public Water
• Sewer: Public Sewer