159 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ 08873
OFF MARKET

159 Phillips Rd
Somerset, NJ 08873

  • Studio
  • 1,468 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$447,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,007/mo*
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$447,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,007/mo*
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Studio
1,468 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

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Description

This single-family home is located at 159 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ. 159 Phillips Rd is in Somerset, NJ and in ZIP code 08873. This property has approximately 1,468 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.26 acres and was built in 1971.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 159 Phillips Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price History for 159 Phillips Rd

DatePriceEventSource
02/07/1996$115,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Somerset

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$559K
$36.7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.7%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$320
$10MoM
Available listings
124
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,620
Assessment$378,700
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$3,294/mo
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Comparable Sales for 159 Phillips Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
179 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ
0.05
Single-Family Home
$575,000
05/15/26
4
2
1,708
207 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ
0.11
Single-Family Home
$505,000
10/09/25
4
1
1,468
95 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$45,000
11/24/25
-
1,953
48 Baier Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.19
Single-Family Home
$540,000
04/06/26
3
3
1,692
30 Lafayette Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$420,000
09/02/25
2
1
1,064
260 Highland Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$320,000
11/24/25
3
3
1,140
453 Ralph St, Somerset, NJ
0.38
Single-Family Home
$315,000
03/10/26
-
1,310
159 Oakland Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$320,000
12/08/25
4
2
1,521
9 Lander St, Somerset, NJ
0.27
Single-Family Home
$728,725
06/12/26
4
2.5
2,524
19 Poe Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.64
Single-Family Home
$150,400
12/04/25
3
1
1,072

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Somerset

At least 451 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Shimaa Attia
    "I see people walking with their dogs and they are welcomed,and removing their waste its a perfect place to live in "
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  • Praveenrunkana
    "This is decent township with fresh air and good neighbour families. The best part of this township is - It is so peaceful to live here "
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  • Aldonsa Martinez
    "I am unfamiliar somewhat with the neighborhood; however, my sister lives in the area and she loves it. I strongly believe that she would recommend this neighborhood. "
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  • Charlie
    "Peaceful, kids play on the street and no issues at all with safety. Police do a great job. Stores are well stocked and nearby. Plenty of gas stations and pharmacies, doctor offices of all specialty. "
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  • Mathewaddis
    "Nice quiet neighborhood but not much public transport car depending, castco and other departments store nearby "
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  • Kirsysthen
    "My neighborhood is calm and quiet. I also like that all the transportation are close by. Furthermore I like there are a lot of restaurants and fast food to buy food in moments of rush."
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  • Daniel Duran
    "Nice and peaceful place to live even good schools and great community to live in highly recommend to anyone "
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  • Justin W.
    "Do not move here, it is a terrible place to live. What you pay for what you get is absurd. There’s leaks, infestations and squatters in empty apartments, the community is unsafe. Go somewhere else "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this area for 7yrs and I feel it to be safe to take walks with my dog and family. The neighbors look out for each other."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’m living in franklin park for about 2 years and so far so good. Neighborhood is quite and friendly. No problems at all."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good access to train and bus to NYC. Great parks and public areas, lots of dog parks, people are friendly."
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  • Angel.luis.antonio
    "Is Very safe here. It is a 55+ community but around me there are town homes where children live and ride bikes."
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  • Jeffcollins1
    "Friendly & quiet neighborhoods. Close to everything, nice parks and walkways throughout Somerset. Easy commute to NYC by train or bus."
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  • Shereenee
    "There are plenty of people who walk or run here for exercise. Many families in my neighborhood young families and professionals "
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  • Angel.luis.antonio
    "I lived here six years. It is a very quiet neighborhood. Is near highways, restaurant, shopping. Good schools."
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  • Gladys S.
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time and picking up after their dogs as well. Most People have dogs here"
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  • Kianna R.
    "Its super quiet with plenty of sidewalks and green space. The school system is good and overall a very diverse and close knit community."
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  • Kianna R.
    "Everyone is pretty friendly and you really get to know your neighbors if you’re outside often. There are also a lot of community events to participate in people of all ages."
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  • Kianna R.
    "There are plenty of sidewalks and lots of green space. Lot’s of people walk their dogs throughout the day."
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  • Kianna R.
    "You definitely would benefit from having a car. It can be pretty hard to get around without one, but there are occasional bus stops. "
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  • Angel.luis.antonio
    "It is a senior 55+ community is very quiet, near strip mall, dental office and 287 highway. Love it here!"
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  • Jaime F.
    "Private wooded area, lots of wild life and peaceful living, you would never know you live close to major highways "
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  • Ed O.
    "Great community. Raised two children here. Love living here! Been very comfortable. Enough local business in the area for dining, cleaners, 7/11, movie theater and a local theater and very close to downtown New Brunswick for fine dining"
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  • Tia W.
    "None thank you but very pleasant place to live. Been here 30+ years. Oh the 4th of July fireworks by the public library."
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  • Mr E. C.
    "this is a dog friendly neighborhood well maintained, just clean up after your pet. nice clean sidewalks and grass"
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  • Darlene.bullins33
    "I love this neighborhood! Everybody watches out for each other, and it's very quiet here. Close to shopping, schools and churches."
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  • Mashal H.
    "happy and safe at all times. friendly neighborhood! just watch out for the deers when driving on new Brunswick rd and Easton avenue. "
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  • Mama Lez
    "A theater district. There are also many quaint restaurants from a varieties of countries here as well."
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  • Tobiraji345
    "Trunk or Treat, the Breast Cancer Walk-a-thon, the Tour de Franklin, the District Showcase (if you know someone who goes to the schools), Saint Matthias Carnival, various farmer’s markets, etc"
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  • Osman
    "this is nice place to live obiosly at night is better stay home but l like here 100%%%% what more can l say everything is safe "
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  • Deecourt1
    "it's a very diverse family oriented community based neighborhood. Somerset has a good school system. "
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  • Sanchezjose132
    "Just nasty and disgusting. No one picks up after there dog and leaves it in front of someone else property "
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  • Rdanner1
    "Dog owners like that it’s a nice neighborhood with plenty of trees and space. Dog owners always leash their dogs, and clean up behind their dogs. "
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  • Bill
    "More diversity than the United Nations. Salted and quiet. Strong sense of community. Schools suffer low ratings. Close to major transportation hubs and roadways. "
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  • Rob B.
    "The neighborhood kids drive very fast up and down residential streets and there is a bit of gang activity . "
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  • D
    "Good neighborhood, lots of parks and playgrounds, diverse community, close to highways and good location, excellent for commuters "
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  • Dalia F. A.
    "Amazing and paceful place to live I feel so amazing living here I never feel in danger or the need To have the kids inside for too long "
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  • Mollie C.
    "Our town home HOA hosts family pizza night a few times per year in the community club house. Many events for children and families through the parks"
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  • Donne K. J.
    "We have a friendly neighbourhood, ideal for raising kids. We have Residents from diverse ethnic minorities which gives the neighbourhood a global flavour and the kids a broader outlook on life. "
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159 Phillips Rd, Somerset, NJ 08873 is a studio, 1,468 sqft single-family home built in 1971. This property is not currently available for sale. 159 Phillips Rd was last sold on Feb 7, 1996 for $115,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 159 Phillips Rd is $447,700.