159 Walnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
OFF MARKET

$178,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,975 sqft (on 2.51 acres)

159 Walnut St, Salem, NJ 08079

Est. Refi. Payment $1,444/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold May 17, 2004 for $75,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$179K
Since last month
Decreased$22K (-10.7%)
Since last year
Decreased$19K (-9.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$104K (+138.4%)
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 +29% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$179K
September 2026$179K
August 2026$200K
July 2026$192K
June 2026$199K
May 2026$196K
April 2026$176K
March 2026$181K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$188K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
183 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$130,000
12/11/25
3
1.5
1,713
176 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ
0.25
Single-Family Home
$160,000
04/06/26
4
2
1,416
414 Grieves Pkwy, Salem, NJ
0.54
Single-Family Home
$85,000
05/13/26
3
2.5
1,976
50 Walnut St, Salem, NJ
0.48
Single-Family Home
$70,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,460
178 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ
0.27
Single-Family Home
$255,000
06/12/26
3
1.5
1,665
229 Sinnickson St, Salem, NJ
0.44
Single-Family Home
$105,000
11/25/25
3
1
888
210 Wesley St, Salem, NJ
0.53
Single-Family Home
$105,000
01/23/26
3
1
1,795
369 E Broadway, Salem, NJ
0.58
Single-Family Home
$64,000
07/23/26
3
1.5
1,726
97 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ
0.42
Single-Family Home
$95,000
08/27/26
3
1
1,214
99 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ
0.42
Single-Family Home
$95,000
08/27/26
3
1
1,032

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
142 Walnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.11
$59,600
Studio
-
1,003
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Salem, NJ 08079
0.12
$86,500
1
1
2,580
Off Market
Lot 1501 Walnut Street Rd, Salem, NJ 08079
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
140 Walnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.13
$65,000
Studio
-
1,344
Off Market
188 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
$137,700
4
2
1,512
Off Market
188 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
-
-
-
-
Off Market
190 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
$189,200
Studio
-
1,612
Off Market
180 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
-
-
-
-
Off Market
180 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
$183,000
Studio
-
864
Off Market
194 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.20
$190,500
Studio
-
1,300
Off Market
196 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.21
$154,800
Studio
-
1,008
Off Market
161 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.21
$225,300
Studio
-
1,752
Off Market
31 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.21
$211,100
3
1
1,305
Off Market
31 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.21
-
-
-
-
Off Market
181 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.22
$229,181
4
1.5
1,305
For Sale
29 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.23
$151,600
Studio
-
1,305
Off Market
185 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.23
$229,500
4
1.5
1,305
Off Market
183 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.23
$130,000
3
1.5
1,713
Recently Sold
187 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.23
$221,100
2
2
1,260
Off Market
189 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.24
$152,200
3
1
1,224
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1912
2.51 acre lot
1,975 sqft
$91/sqft
Garage

About this House

Many homes have 3 bedrooms, or have 2.5 acres of ground, or are walking distance to the local pool. Well, this home has all of this plus much more. Pocket doors, Jacuzzi, basement, breakfast nook, 1.5 baths and much more await you in this house. It was once featured in a published article. Now you can buy this part of history. Sit back in the screen in porch and watch the wildlife go by. Play ball in the yard as you have plenty of room. While close enough to local opportunities, it is still far enough out to be quite and peaceful. Home has a two care detached garage as well as a large shed. Property is being sold as is. Buyer will be responsible for doing any inspections, certs, and obligations. Property is heated and not winterized so feel free to inspect current condition.
159 Walnut St, Salem, NJ 08079 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,975 sqft single-family home built in 1912. It last sold for $75,000 on May 17, 2004. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $178,800, with a rent estimate of $2,204/month.

Home Details for 159 Walnut St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.51 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 1, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$209,000
Mar 20, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$209,000
May 17, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,000
May 4, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$118,000
Nov 20, 1997
Source: N/A
Sold
$5,500

Market trends in Salem

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
63
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Salem

At least 73 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 36 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 32 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 18 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kayana Benson
    "My neighbors, are very friendly, they are some great helpful people but you have to be careful who you surround yourself and tell business too, overall salem is a small community in everybody just trying to do the same thing in that’s living day by day."
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  • Peggy Brown
    "I don’t know of any events that were held that would make me say that my neighborhood special st all."
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  • Famgoon Chop
    "The town is horrible no shopping store nothing ! In it’s also very dangerous . In a bad environment to raise kids "
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  • Angelashockley56
    "None anymore it's a small town with a lot of violence crime.There's no grocery store you need a vehicle to go to the mall or any other department store."
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  • Angelashockley56
    "There are buses my city is small so it's not far to walk to a bus that comes each way every 25 30min."
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  • Kiersten H.
    "I know all the dogs in my area, when one gets out of the yard anyone who is available to help joins in. I’ve personally returned neighbors dogs that wandered in my yard to play with my dog. There are allot of sidewalks, most maintained, some not. There’s also allot of areas of nature walks to check out"
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  • Jefferson B.
    "Gun shots gun shots gun shots. Place is horrible. Would not recommend moving here. Cheap rent isn’t worth your life. "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "We have lived here for 3 years now. We love the neighbors, the city is getting rid of the bad seeds in town and allot of great people are coming in. So much history and new businesses are popping up, soul food, distilleries, little shops. Great place! "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "On 8th street there is a strong sense of community, we all know each other and we are all interested in the rich history and development of the city. Low taxes and great neighbors, as a PhD student at Rutgers I feel welcome as a homeowner in the area. I highly recommend. "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "My neighborhood has many historical homes. Poor individuals have been moving out, and more businesses are moving in. Very low taxes "
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  • Waynelipk0
    "Quaint little "shore" feeling town. No businesses so you have to drive to get anything. neighbors are all friendly. "
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  • Orlando M.
    "People usually got the dogs in cages They do not pick up after the dogs they do not care after their dogs they have their dogs always locked up in cages"
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  • Puniboy
    "i live along the main highway where there are no sidewalks. getting anywhere requires driving. people tend to use the shoulder of the road to pass vehicles turning in the opposite direction"
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  • shorty
    "Chestnut Terrace is similar to living in Elsinboro. Quiet, safe, and good neighbors. Great place for walks and bike rides with no traffic. Inexpensive taxes with a beautiful home! School choice is available."
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  • Puniboy
    "Quinton Township School is great! The few restaurants we do have are awesome! The community is very welcoming and very hospitable. "
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  • Patrick M.
    "There is no public transportation. There is only one stoplight in town. There is little traffic. I do not know what else they want me to say about the non-existent traffic in this small town."
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  • Adeadfaith
    "Country living. Everything is very spread out. Neighbors are friendly. Biggest flaw is there is no grocery store. Safe neighborhood tho. "
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  • Nicolereiter7
    "My neighborhood is quiet and private. There a few small country stores near by for the essentials and just enough local eateries to keep it interesting. We are just far enough from the bridges to be convenient."
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  • Nicolereiter7
    "I have not lived in Mannington Township however love the area. It is great mix of open land and little neighborhoods. "
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  • Linda S.
    "It is a true shame what this area of town has become... I grew up in 266 Sinnickson St and the area was wonderful back in those days... If the area was cleaned up from crime, etc. than I would actually think about living there again... I do have many fond memories of this home... "
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  • spacepotato44
    "In 15 months I will live here and it is good. It has been 6 seconds and I still like this place :)))"
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Walnut St

  • What is 159 Walnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Walnut St in Salem, NJ is $178,800.
  • What is the price history for 159 Walnut St?
    159 Walnut St in Salem, NJ last sold for $75,000 in May 2004.
  • Is Salem a buyer's or seller's market?
    Salem is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Salem?
    Residents describe Salem, NJ as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Salem, NJ.
  • How big is the lot at 159 Walnut St?
    The lot at 159 Walnut St in Salem, NJ is about 2.5 acres.
  • Does 159 Walnut St have a garage?
    Yes, 159 Walnut St in Salem, NJ has a garage.

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