About this home

Don't let interest rates get you down! This home qualifies for special financing with an interest rate reduction of approximately one percentage point, no PMI, no bank fees and as little as 5% down. At 97 Garretson Avenue, generous space, plentiful parking, beautiful curb appeal and an exceptional Bergen Point location make the offer even more appealing. Set on a wide, tree-lined street in one of Bergen Point's most sought-after locations, this inviting single-family home offers the neighborhood lifestyle that makes this part of Bayonne so appealing. Enjoy local shopping in the Bergen Point shopping district, time along the waterfront at nearby First Street Park and convenient access to the Bayonne Bridge and 8th Street Light Rail just a few blocks away. The attractive facade and large sitting porch create a welcoming first impression and a comfortable place for morning coffee or an evening outside. Inside, soaring ceilings and generous windows brighten the open-concept living and dining area, complemented by luxury vinyl plank flooring and stained-glass light fixtures. The eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinet storage and counter space. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are complemented by two additional attic bedrooms awaiting a few finishing touches, offering five bedrooms in total. A spacious unfinished basement provides laundry and extensive storage and expansion potential, while a house generator adds peace of mind. The oversized 37 * 107 lot features a charming paver driveway with parking for multiple cars, a detached garage and an adorable fenced backyard. Nearby, the planned 1888 Studios film and television campus is projected to create approximately 2,000 jobs once operational, just one of the development projects happening throughout Bayonne. Waterfront redevelopment and planned ferry service to Manhattan add to the city's growth and could support long-term appreciation potential. With its generous space, inviting character and exceptional location, this house has the makings of a spectacular home. And don't forget the special financing: a reduced interest rate, no PMI, no bank fees and as little as 5% down make this home even more attainable. Subject to lender approval and special program terms. Make an appointment today!

Facts and features

Schools

• Bayonne High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.6 mi

  3

• Henry E. Harris No. 1 Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.1 mi

  6

• Holy Family Academy

  high · 9-12 · 0.4 mi

• Mary J. Donohoe No. 4 Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.3 mi

  6

• John M. Bailey No.12 Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.5 mi

  5

• All Saints Catholic Academy

  elementary · K-8 · 0.7 mi

Price history

• Nov 2, 2026 · Price Changed$749,900
• Oct 14, 2026 · Listed$799,000
• Aug 10, 1990 · Sold$185,000

Tax history

• 2025$11,237 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2024$10,909 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2023$10,469 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2022$10,273 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2021$10,192 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2020$10,012 tax · $390,200 assessed
• 2019$11,357 tax · $131,600 assessed
• 2018$11,130 tax · $131,600 assessed

Home value

$779,000

• Collateral Analytics$779,000
• Cotality$670,300
• Quantarium$801,957

Where it is