1284 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ 07083
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FOR SALE
NEW - 4 HRS AGO

$439,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths

1284 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ 07083

Est. Mortgage $3,176/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Nestled on a quiet, highly sought-after street in Union, this 2 BR, 1.5 BA home with a three-season enclosed porch and 2-car detached garage offers great curb appeal and an inviting floor plan a fantastic opportunity to break into a thriving, tree-lined neighborhood. Recent updates include newer primary bedroom windows, newly linoleum-covered basement stairs, and a freshly painted basement. Also included is a newer Friedrich living room window AC unit and newer washer/dryer. Enjoy a convenient suburban lifestyle close to local parks, a state-of-the-art new Arts Center centrally located that offers classes, theatre and much more, and unbeatable NYC commuter options via express buses and nearby rail service. Quick access to Rt 22, GSP, and Rt 78. The seller has lived in the home for 37 years. This property is ideal for an investor or a buyer looking to craft their dream home. Sold strictly AS-IS (house, garage, and property).
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Robin Karp, (908) 370-3082
Keller Williams Realty
Source: GSMLS, MLS#4053401
Also Listed on GSMLS.

Home Details for 1284 Barbara Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Yes,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: 1 Unit,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: 1 Unit
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Gas: Gas-Natural
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: BlindsFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: 1 Car Width,Detached Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2919052110000000100000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $439,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Tbd

Location

Direction & Address
City: Union Twp.
School Information
Jr High / Middle School: BurnetHigh School: Union

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4053401

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484.8 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 4053401Attribution Contact: 908-370-3082

Around this home

What Locals Say about Union

At least 733 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I use a car, but there are many trains and buses all around. Very easy commute to the city. "
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  • PAULINA SEVILLA
    "Safe and nice neighborhood around Beautiful parks Farmers market are amazing Food trucks Car show "
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  • Darren Collier
    "I have lived in Union NJ for 10 years. It is unique because it has reliable accessibility to New York, amenities, and Newark Airport "
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  • Michellefaranda
    "Conveniently commuted to NYC for 30 + years and Jersey City for 5 before retiring.Train and bus both within walking distance "
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  • Ojdaniel09
    "They will like that there are a lot of dogs in the neighborhood so the dogs will have friends. They can sniff each other. "
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  • Kaubourg
    "They would like it because many walk their dogs here. And it is safe here. People pick up after their dogs."
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  • Thomeomed
    "There are many family-oriented activities year-round sponsored by the town. The elementary school systems are also highly regarded. Great attention is taken by the town in the park systems and family activities…"
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  • Abigail Bennett
    "Those the summer and spring season this town host events for all Union residents within the area including food vendors, art, dance, health, fitness, live band with music, entertainment and much more…"
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  • Ayan Tariq
    "Great place to live and raise a family. The town is invested in improving Union and making it a better place to live every day "
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  • Oliver
    "There is access to NJ Transit via nearby train stops and also express buses, which stop at various locations in the town."
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  • Mannfecco
    "Great and accessible. There is public transportation to anywhere. You can catch Bus or trains to New York or anywhere else easily "
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  • Trulia User
    "Family friendly neighborhood with lots of kids and adults. Downtown area has a lot of different foods to choose from"
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice area. some streets have no sidewalks. people are old. it's nice area though. parks and churches ok food not that far away either."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice place. it's quite and people stay to themselves. I don't live here just visiting but it's nice. union has a few nice neighborhoods. just come check it out for yourself "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighbors and diversity with the community. Easy access to shops and major highways. 10 minutes to Newark airport and 25 mins to NYc"
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  • Trulia User
    "Most families have a dog and everyone in the neighborhood seem to take their walk in the mornings and evenings with thier dog. "
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  • Amy S.
    "special activities for children and free family events. After-school programs, a YMCA, and recreation department. "
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  • Kristoff
    "I’ve lived here for 19+ years. The schools are great. It’s close to transportation, airport, mass transit, interstate."
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  • Bkcarter30
    "There is alot of park around that you can have your dog play. Most peoplw are pet friendly and do not mind dogs in the area"
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  • Ana G.
    "A wonderful family friendly place to live and raise your children. Great places to eat close to shopping and major highways. Quiet, all around great place to live."
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  • Marck P.
    "Fairly easy and fast simple in the morning and quick speedy in the evening nice parking lot at local train station "
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  • Geri
    "Very quiet neighborhoods where kids can play outside depending on the areas or how close you are to a main road. Surprising amounts of wildlife in some yards (we get groundhogs, woodpeckers, owls, opossums, foxes, chipmunks, bule jays, cardinals, and what seems like and extra dose of mosquitoes). "
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  • Danettegsmith
    "The fireworks on Fourth of July. Plenty of parks and events at the Union city hall on Morris Ave. It’s diversity makes Union Special as well. "
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  • Lucy F.
    "I love where I live because their are buses every making commute easy especially into New York I absolutely love it"
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  • Danettegsmith
    "It’s diverse, there are a lot of parks, and it’s suburban. There are street lamps, but not all houses and streets aren’t overly lit. Just the walk ways. "
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  • Ana G.
    "Friendly, cultured, quiet, inviting. Close to major highway, shops, gas stations food etc. A wonderful feel of suburbia without it being stuck up. "
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  • Jouliana J. P.
    "Union host a lot of kid friendly events for families especially in the spring and the summer. It is a good town for young families with small kids. "
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  • Ana G.
    "It’s a safe place to live close to major highways. Excellent school system. Quiet, friendly close to shops. "
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  • Torreswally73
    " Very friendly and lots to do in the area , parks , lots of places To go eat close to major highways and shopping center"
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  • Stephanie M.
    "We have a very diverse town, we celebrate and acknowledge all cultures and holidays throughout the year. It helps understand each other and bring us together. "
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  • Minicooper921
    "There are many residents who have dogs. I believe it is dog friendly neighborhood as long as owners pick up their poops. "
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  • Erik752
    "Great area to live in. Very accessible to main highways and streets. The neighborhood is very diverse as well the schools. "
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  • Tiffany C.
    "I love dogs but I just wish I didn’t live where people have dogs . There nasty and don’t pick up after there dogs "
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  • Branford244
    "St. Patrick’s day and union day are the special ones, they also have fire department day and sometimes they have know your downtown day where shops give customers some free stuff."
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  • Jiana D.
    "Union has a very diverse community. There is plenty of entertainment and shopping to get to quickly and it’s a convenient location for traveling using public transportation."
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  • Nisasmith4
    "Independence Day festivities are amazing along with our annual parades and festivals. This is a great town to raise a family and lay down roots. There’s no better place to lice and work. "
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  • Jason R.
    "it is just a safe area and you have everything around you. There are parks for the kids and 15-20 min away from NYC."
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  • Lynette E.
    "I live Close to major highways and train stations. I drive to and from work locally avoiding parkway traffics."
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  • Alo4q
    "It’s okay not great but it’s okay ,i work here and is not a bad place to work, crime is in the low side"
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  • Vanessasajous
    "this are is not that bad compare to the cost of maplewood thanks are pretty fair the people who live there keep it clean "
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Market trends in Union

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$604K
$31.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
122
2MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$447K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-2.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$16K (-3.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +101% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$447K
August 2026$458K
July 2026$453K
June 2026$506K
May 2026$463K
April 2026$489K
March 2026$494K
February 2026$499K
January 2026$487K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2047 Gless Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.03
$600,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
2045 Lentz Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.04
$572,000
3
2
-
Off Market
2041 Lentz Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.05
$498,400
3
1
-
Off Market
1305 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.05
$570,700
2
2
-
Off Market
2037 Gless Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.05
$880,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
2088 Lentz Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.05
$450,000
4
2
-
For Sale
2087 Lentz Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.06
$587,900
4
2
-
Off Market
2096 Lentz Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.06
$545,000
2
2
-
Recently Sold
1314 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$690,400
3
3
-
Off Market
2044 High St, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$560,000
4
2
1,750
For Sale
2025 Gless Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.08
$520,700
2
2
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 17, 2026
Source: GSMLS #4053401
Listed For Sale
$439,000

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Frequently asked questions about 1284 Barbara Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1284 Barbara Ave?
    Based on a $439,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1284 Barbara Ave in Union, NJ is approximately $3,234 (about $2,409 principal & interest, $750 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1284 Barbara Ave compare to homes in Union?
    1284 Barbara Ave in Union, NJ is listed at $439,000, about 27% below the $604K median sale price in Union.
  • What do residents say about Union?
    Residents describe Union, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Union, NJ.
  • What are the closest schools to 1284 Barbara Ave?
    The closest schools to 1284 Barbara Ave in Union, NJ are Burnet Middle School (Elementary, rated 5/10), Central Five Jefferson School (Elementary, rated 5/10), Franklin Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10).
  • Does 1284 Barbara Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1284 Barbara Ave in Union, NJ has air conditioning.
  • Does 1284 Barbara Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1284 Barbara Ave in Union, NJ has in-unit laundry.
1284 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ 07083 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home built in 1923. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GSMLS on Sep 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4053401.