Dunellen

Dunellen

Located in Middlesex County

$518,865 Average Value
$313 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Located within North Jersey’s suburban Raritan Valley, the borough of Dunellen is full of growth and excitement. With a booming housing market, access to New Jersey Transit trains, and proximity to Interstate 76, Dunellen is an increasingly popular suburb of New York City, offering competitive housing prices for aspiring commuters.

Dunellen has been a rail suburb of New York City since the mid-19th century, when the Central Railroad of New Jersey built a residential development around a train station built in 1867. Dunellen was once an industrial center, but the 1960s saw the closure of its Art Color factory and the acceleration of the suburbanization of North Jersey. Dunellen has been one of the beneficiaries of North Jersey’s growth as a commuter hub, and its growth has never truly stopped.

Realtor Corey Jones of Prestige Properties says, “Dunellen looks a bit newer in terms of construction, and what has been happening is that new developments are built around train stations. There are new luxury townhouse developments across the street from the train station, geared towards commuters to New York City.” Dunellen’s housing boom continues to this day, with brand-new developments continuing to be built in this once little-known community. Part of Dunellen’s popularity is its wealth of conveniences popular for New Jersey homebuyers. Jones says, “A train station, proximity to New York City, and school ratings are three major factors that people think of when buying in New Jersey, and we have a train station, we’re close to Interstate 76 and within an hour of Manhattan, and Niche.com gives Dunellen a ‘B-‘ for its schools.” Homes in Dunellen tend to sell for between $400,000 and $500,000, reflecting the county average, and making Dunellen a relatively inexpensive option for New York-bound commuters looking to live north of the Raritan River.

While a small town, Dunellen has managed to develop its own thriving culinary scene. Jones says, “30 Burgers is locally well-known, and it even has Cajun tilapia sandwiches and ice cream, making it a great comfort food spot if you’re local. Rome Pizzeria is also well-known, and it’s a newer spot. For a small town, there’s a lot of good eating options if you’re local.” Another local favorite is IL Forno a Legna, which serves classic Italian dishes in a refined atmosphere.

Dunellen’s cultural scene goes beyond the restaurants lining North Avenue. Eight on the Break, in business since 1973, has been a mainstay for birthday parties and evening fun for decades, with a vast selection of arcade games, a pool hall, and even a snack bar serving cheesesteaks, waffles, and other comfort food favorites. Just down the street, the Dunellen Theatre, built in 1920, hosts both family-friendly movies and concerts, while sporting its own Cinema Café for a flick and a meal out on the town.

Dunellen’s students attend the John P. Faber School for elementary school, Lincoln Midlde School, and Dunellen High School. Dunellen High School has consistently ranked within the upper sixth of New Jersey’s public high schools, while also boasting strong football and basketball programs.

Commuters have access to both the local train and nearby highways, making the typical commute into the city a matter of an hour’s journey.

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  • Pratiksha Kumar

    Pratiksha Kumar

    BHHS Fox & Roach - Watchung

    (848) 281-3550

    91 Total Sales

    1 in Dunellen

    $488,000 Price

    Pratiksha Kumar
  • Michele Klug

    Michele Klug

    KELLER WILLIAMS TOWNE SQUARE

    (908) 883-3374

    774 Total Sales

    3 in Dunellen

    $315K - $540K Price Range

    Michele Klug
  • Thomas Boniakowski

    Thomas Boniakowski

    ERA BONIAKOWSKI REAL ESTATE

    (862) 341-4441

    167 Total Sales

    21 in Dunellen

    $314K - $675K Price Range

    Thomas Boniakowski
  • Ana Deborah Ofsievich

    Ana Deborah Ofsievich

    KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

    (908) 332-0919

    47 Total Sales

    2 in Dunellen

    $371K - $580K Price Range

    Ana Deborah Ofsievich
  • Donna Groomes

    Donna Groomes

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Greater Brunswick

    (848) 253-6434

    56 Total Sales

    1 in Dunellen

    $720,000 Price

    Donna Groomes
  • Darlene Kortvelyesy

    Darlene Kortvelyesy

    RE/MAX COMPETITIVE EDGE

    (908) 341-1210

    35 Total Sales

    1 in Dunellen

    $340,000 Price

    Darlene Kortvelyesy
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Schools

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Dunellen Housing Trends

On average, homes in Dunellen, NJ sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dunellen, NJ over the last 12 months is $547,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$547,000
Median Sale Price
$547,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$530,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$650,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
66
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$6
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$313

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
5
Months of Supply
0.90

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1 - 3pm

    311 Prospect Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812

    $569,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,436 Sq Ft
    • 311 Prospect Ave
    • New 3 days ago

    Well maintained and move-in ready colonial offers 1st floor bedroom suite/addition with Accessibility Features built in 2022: hand railing in the suite; bathroom specially designed; backdoor out to a high quality ramp leading to the driveway and backyard. Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout 1st & 2nd floors. Large size formal living room and formal dining room great for gathering and

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Dunellen Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,909
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,408
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,489

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.3%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
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