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$524,999

261 New Market Rd Dunellen, NJ 08812

3 beds
2 full
0.2 acres
House

Property details

About 261 New Market Rd

Welcome Home!!! This renovated cape cod features 3 bedrooms 2 full baths and a finished basement! Upon entering you will be welcomed by the living room, followed by renovated kitchen and dining room. On the first floor you will also find a bedroom and a full bathroom. The second floor is made up of two bedrooms. The finished basement has enough space for a media room and office. The laundry room and additional storage can also be found in the basement. Conveniently located near train, bus stops, with easy access to RT 28, rt22 and 287.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall Unit(s)
Lot size0.1814 Acres
Year built1945
Parking2 Car Width, Garage, Detached, Driveway
MLS #2600086R
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceSee Remarks

Virtual tour

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior: 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, None
  • Fireplace: See Remarks
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: 2 Car Width, Garage, Detached, Driveway
  • Exterior: Enclosed Porch(es), Yard
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $524,999
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,060
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 0.1814 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2600086R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: RE/MAX SELECT

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 09, 2020
Home Sold
$340,000
Nov 07, 2019
Home Sold
$177,000
Jul 05, 2007
Home Sold
$319,000
Apr 28, 2005
Home Sold
$300,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$371,500$10,060
2022$325,900$8,547
2021$275,000$8,470
2020$260,800$8,092
2019$260,800$8,092

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

John P. Faber Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

400 High St

6

Arbor Intermediate School

Public District 4-5

0.7 mi

1717 Lester Pl

2

Jefferson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1700 W Front St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $77,808. The most common annual income of people living in Dunellen, NJ is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

12%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • BasketballBasketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Jasons DeliJasons Deli

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • KiaKia
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 261 New Market Rd

The listing price of 261 New Market Rd property is $524,999.

The property 261 New Market Rd is a house located in Dunellen, New Jersey, 08812.

Active Listing: 261 New Market Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 261 New Market Rd are: John P. Faber Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Arbor Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lincoln Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Quibbletown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Green Brook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dunellen High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Middlesex High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,060 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 9, 2020 for $340,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 261 New Market Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The sq. ft. of 261 New Market Rd is not available (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 261 New Market Rd is 1945.

This home is located at 261 New Market Rd in Dunellen, NJ and zip code 08812. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $524,999.

Dunellen, NJ housing market in June 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Dunellen, NJ increased by 11.8% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $548,450, while the average time on the real estate market was 15 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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