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Raritan

Raritan

Located in Hunterdon County

$711,329 Average Value

Raritan Township is the heart of Hunterdon County

Raritan Township Hunterdon offers a mix of rural atmosphere and suburban sprawl and is the most populous town in Hunterdon County, according to the 2020 Census. The town is anchored by the business-dense borough of Flemington, which also serves as the county seat. Its prime location halfway between Philadelphia and Manhattan makes it appealing to East Coast commuters, and smaller cities like Trenton and Newark are also roughly an hour from home. “It’s appealing for the good quality schools and the overall good balance of what you get for your money, as far as the size of the house and lot versus what you’d pay if you were buying northeast of here,” says Mark Jacobson, a Raritan-based Realtor with Corcoran Sawyer Smith.

Raritan Township Hunterdon offers a mix of rural atmosphere and suburban sprawl and is the most populous town in Hunterdon County.
Raritan Township Hunterdon offers a mix of rural atmosphere and suburban sprawl and is the most populous town in Hunterdon County.
Flemington in Raritan Township Hunterdon boasts a Walk Score of 75, indicating it's
Flemington in Raritan Township Hunterdon boasts a Walk Score of 75, indicating it's "very walkable".
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Suburban single-family homes and rows of townhouses

The median sale price for Raritan Township Hunterdon is $599,000, and the town prominently features single-family homes and townhouses. Prices normally vary by square footage and lot size. “If you're buying homes a half hour northeast of here, you'd find smaller houses on smaller lots,” says Jacobson. A drive through Raritan Township Hunterdon reveals Colonial Revivals and New Traditionals with spacious lawns, while midcentury-built brick townhouses sit along neat rows in cul-de-sacs.

Colonial Revivals are a popular home style in Raritan Township Hunterdon, adding to the charm of the neighborhood.
Colonial Revivals are a popular home style in Raritan Township Hunterdon, adding to the charm of the neighborhood.
Homebuyers in Raritan Township Hunterdon can find an array of townhouses to choose from.
Homebuyers in Raritan Township Hunterdon can find an array of townhouses to choose from.
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The borough of Flemington hosts shops and restaurants

Numerous local restaurants line Main Street in Flemington. Bistro 55 serves upscale Mediterranean brunch and dinner entrees, while Bread & Culture Artisan Bakery offers a rotating menu of organic breads and pastries. The Flemington Circle Shopping Center has a ShopRite for groceries and the Dutch Country Farmers Market, an indoor center with locally sourced Flemington Produce and Becca’s Bakery for donuts and other homemade pastries.

Bistro 55 in Raritan Township Hunterdon serves upscale Mediterranean brunch and dinner entrees.
Bistro 55 in Raritan Township Hunterdon serves upscale Mediterranean brunch and dinner entrees.
The Dutch Country Farmers Market in Raritan Township Hunterdon is an indoor center with locally sourced Flemington Produce.
The Dutch Country Farmers Market in Raritan Township Hunterdon is an indoor center with locally sourced Flemington Produce.
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Students served by Flemington-Raritan Regional School District

The K-8 serving Flemington-Raritan Regional School District serves Raritan Township Hunterdon. Students’ school assignments vary by home address, as they can attend one of four elementary schools, including Cooper Hill Elementary, with a B-plus Niche rating. Reading Fleming Intermediate School gets a B-minus, and J.P. Chase Middle gets a B. Students will then finish their studies at the A-rated Hunterdon Central Regional High School, ranked by Niche as the best public high school in Hunterdon County.

Students in Raritan Township Hunterdon can attend Cooper Hill Elementary, which earns a B-plus on Niche.
Students in Raritan Township Hunterdon can attend Cooper Hill Elementary, which earns a B-plus on Niche.
J.P. Case Middle School in Raritan Township Hunterdon serves just under 700 students.
J.P. Case Middle School in Raritan Township Hunterdon serves just under 700 students.
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Nature preserves and neighborhood parks

In town, there’s Bernadette Morales Nature Preserve, a 52-acre park with several nature trails through wetlands and forests. Clover Hill Park is east of Flemington and hosts hiking trails. For youth sports and pickup games, Lenape Park has a playground, basketball courts and ball fields.

Bernadette Morales Nature Preserve in Raritan Township Hunterdon is a 52-acre park with several nature trails.
Bernadette Morales Nature Preserve in Raritan Township Hunterdon is a 52-acre park with several nature trails.
Lenape Park in Raritan Township Hunterdon has a playground, basketball courts and ball fields.
Lenape Park in Raritan Township Hunterdon has a playground, basketball courts and ball fields.
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Halfway between Philadelphia and Manhattan

Commuters can take the Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway 66 miles east to Manhattan, while the bustling Interstate 95 leads to Philadelphia after a 51-mile drive south. “Either direction is a decent commute from here, though it’s a submarket of Manhattan more than it is Philly,” says Jacobson. “But people in the county are usually commuting to the northeast corridor of Jersey or to the Princeton area, which is pricier.” A commute to Trenton is about 26 miles, or roughly 40 minutes, while Princeton is 22 miles east. Newark Liberty International Airport is 48 miles east and offers domestic and international flights.

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  • Friday, Apr 3
    Open Fri 4PM - 6PM

    250 Old York Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822

    $695,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,602 Sq Ft
    • 250 Old York Rd
    • New 5 days ago

    Spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home located on a level lot in desirable Raritan Township. This property offers a functional layout with generously sized rooms and great potential for customization. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and opens to the main living areas, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. The family room includes a fireplace, adding warmth and

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    Donna Snyder
    WEICHERT REALTORS
    (908) 570-6730
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  • Saturday, Apr 4
    Open Sat 1PM - 4PM

    40 Rustic Trail, Flemington, NJ 08822

    $949,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,844 Sq Ft
    • 40 Rustic Trail

    Beautiful Colonial set on 2.5 acres in the desirable Rolling Hills neighborhood. A welcoming two-story foyer with crown molding and chair rail opens to formal living and dining rooms featuring hardwood floors, and French doors. The spacious kitchen offers cherry cabinetry, brick backsplash, ceramic tile floors and a sunny dinette with sliders to an expansive deck perfect for entertaining and

    Gina Poslusny WEICHERT REALTORS

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
24,870
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$141,347
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$166,254

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
63.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®®

50 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®®

60 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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