$580,000
SOLD JUL 30, 2025

78 Henry St Somerset, NJ 08873

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,138 Sq Ft
7,723 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$510 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • Solar Power System
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2025

Buyer cannot commit. Discover this updated 3-bedroom, 2 (full) bathroom home in a sought-after Somerset location approx 1 mile from Rutgers University, major hospitals, and commuter routes. With 1 bedroom and 1 full bath on the first floor, it's perfect for guests or convenient one-level living. Enjoy your own backyard oasis featuring an above-ground pool, spacious deck with retractable awning, patio with sunscreen, oversized shed, and a private vinyl fence ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The walkout basement is partially finished, offering potential for a home office, gym, or rec room. Key Features: Multi-zone central A/C for custom climate control, solar panels for energy efficiency, bright, open living space, and eat-in kitchen. Close to Rutgers, RWJ Hospital, Saint Peter's, and major highways for shopping, restaurants, and commuting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michele Maher

C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC Listed on: 05/02/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,663

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 7,723 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 103.00 x 0.00
  • Fenced
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R7

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,138 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Laundry in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Side by Side Parking
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • New Brunswick Home Ext C Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,663

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1773
  • Lot Size: 103.00 x 0.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: New Brunswick Home Ext C
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Stall Shower and Tub, Stall Shower
  • Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished, Daylight, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, 2 Bedrooms, Attic
  • Living Area: 1138
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Curbs, Deck, Patio, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 2 Car Width, Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
  • Heating: Zoned, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7723
  • Zoning: R7

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5663
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
Silva-Caban Josue M and Huggins-Valentin Ashley M
Bought by
Patel Dhavalkumar M and Patel Vrushika
Seller's Agent
Michele Maher
C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
10.48%
Views
348

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-65.43%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Outstanding Balance
$519,558
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$3,516

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2020
Closed on
Jun 22, 2020
Sold by
Dumbuya Arafan T
Bought by
Silva Caban Josue M and Huggins Valentin Ashley
Seller's Agent
Darlene Schror
REDFIN CORPORATION
Buyer's Agent
Laura Giacobbe
KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS
List Price
$324,900
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.84%
Original Mortgage
$322,344
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2005
Sold by
Peterson Christopher
Bought by
Dumbuya Arafan T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$26,490
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2003
Sold by
Torseillo Paul
Bought by
Peterson Christopher and Peterson Joy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,350
Interest Rate
5.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 1995
Sold by
Lancaster Kevin
Bought by
Torseillo Paul and Torseillo Angela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
8.66%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $580,000 Green Label Title
Deed $580,000 Green Label Title
Deed $330,000 Noble Title Agency
Deed $264,900 --
Deed $264,900 First American Title Ins Co
Deed $155,000 --
Deed $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $520,000 New Conventional
Closed $520,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $322,344 FHA
Previous Owner $299,870 FHA
Previous Owner $310,714 FHA
Previous Owner $26,490 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $211,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,350 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $580,000 +10.5% $510 / Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $525,000 +59.1% $461 / Sq Ft
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Sold $330,000 +1.6% $195 / Sq Ft
04/16/2020 04/16/20 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2020 03/30/20 For Sale $324,900 0.0% $192 / Sq Ft
03/02/2020 03/02/20 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2020 02/12/20 For Sale $324,900 -- $192 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,818 $342,100 $184,800 $157,300
2024 $5,818 $319,300 $214,800 $104,500
2023 $5,663 $291,900 $187,400 $104,500
2022 $5,569 $271,900 $167,400 $104,500
2021 $5,104 $229,000 $0 $0
2020 $5,123 $224,000 $0 $0
2019 $5,076 $221,900 $117,400 $104,500
2018 $4,543 $196,900 $92,400 $104,500
2017 $4,326 $184,000 $82,400 $101,600
2016 $4,410 $186,000 $84,400 $101,600
2015 $3,810 $186,800 $85,400 $101,400
2014 $3,777 $187,800 $86,400 $101,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michele Maher

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Michele Maher

    C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC

    (732) 771-7761

    3 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Michele Maher
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  • Laura Giacobbe

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Laura Giacobbe

    KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS

    (732) 259-2718

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Laura Giacobbe
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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2512959R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 08-00171-01-00146

New Jersey Somerset County Somerset 08873

78 Henry St, Somerset, NJ

This home is located at 78 Henry St, Somerset, NJ 08873 and is currently priced at $580,000, approximately $509 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 78 Henry St is a home located in Somerset County with nearby schools including Franklin High School.

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