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Investment Highlights

  • Value-Add Opportunity: Renovate Kitchen, Bathrooms, and Common Areas to Increase Rents
  • Strong Ed’s & Med’s Drivers: Minutes from Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and Saint Peter's University Hospital
  • Diversified Unit Mix: Mix of Studio, One-Bedroom, and Two-Bedroom Apartments Serving a Broad Tenant Base
  • Downtown New Brunswick Location: Situated within Walking Distance of Rutgers University, NJ Transit, and Downtown Shopping and Restaurants
  • Transit-Oriented Location: Convenient Access to NJ Transit Rail Service, Routes 18 and 27, and the New Jersey Turnpike

Executive Summary

261 French Street is an 11-unit apartment community located in the heart of New Brunswick, New Jersey. The Property features a diverse unit mix of four studio apartments, six one-bedroom apartments, and one two-bedroom apartment with spacious floor plans. Both the location and unit layouts appeal to young professionals, as well as the area’s growing workforce.
The Property provides investors with stable in-place cash flow as well as a clear value-add opportunity through targeted apartment interior renovations and common area upgrades. By modernizing select units and enhancing shared spaces, new ownership can improve the resident experience, support continued rental growth, and capture additional upside through operational efficiencies and ancillary income generated by storage, laundry, etc.
Residents benefit from immediate proximity to Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Saint Peter's University Hospital, and the numerous restaurants, cafes, retailers, and entertainment venues located throughout Downtown New Brunswick. The Property is conveniently located near the NJ Transit Station, providing direct rail service to New York City and surrounding employment centers. The Property’s location offers convenient access to Route 18, Route 27, and the New Jersey Turnpike.
261 French Street presents investors with the opportunity to acquire a well-located multifamily asset offering stable in-place cash flow, meaningful value-add potential through apartment and common area renovations, and long-term demand drivers supported by the continued growth of Rutgers University, New Brunswick's healthcare sector, and the city's expanding employment base.

Property Facts

Price $1,850,000
Price Per Unit $168,182
Sale Type Investment
Cap Rate 7.20%
No. Units 11
Property Type Multifamily
Property Subtype Apartment
Apartment Style Low-Rise
Building Class C
Lot Size 0.23 AC
Building Size 9,050 SF
Average Occupancy 100%
No. Stories 3
Year Built 1950
Parking Ratio 1.22/1,000 SF
Opportunity Zone Yes
Zoning 5TH - Residential

Amenities

Unit Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Tub/Shower

Site Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • Tenant Controlled HVAC
  • Recycling
  • Smoke Free
  • Smoke Detector
Moderately walkable
70/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Some public transit
50/100
Fairly bikeable
50/100

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
13-00425-0000-00004
Land Assessment
$350,000
Improvements Assessment
$448,400
Total Assessment
$798,400
  • Listing ID: 41774859

  • Date on Market: 8/17/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 261 French St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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