161 Willow Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873
OFF MARKET

161 Willow Ave
Somerset, NJ 08873

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft (on 0.41 acres)

$603,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,113/mo*
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$603,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,113/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 sqft
(on 0.41 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
0.41 acres
Living Area
1,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$335

About this House

Newly renovated single family home in Somerset with 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, and a den on second floor which could be used as an office. Eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliance, and granite counter tops. New washer and dryer, central heat and A/C, gas fireplace, large yard with a large deck, a front and a rear sunroom, and plenty of storage space. It's located in a nice quite neighborhood, minutes from major highways, downtown New Brunswick and Rutgers. Close to all shopping centers, walking distance to a park and playground. Large driveway for plenty of off street parking. A large detached garage can be available if needed. Requirements are credit check and one and half month security deposit. Call or text Mike for viewing....

Tenant responsible for gas, electric and snow removal. one and half month security deposit and a credit check is required
161 Willow Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home built in 1926. It last sold for $160,000 on May 27, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $603,100, with a rent estimate of $3,238/month.

Home Details for 161 Willow Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageTypes of Rooms: Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Sun RoomStorage
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: WoodLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.41 acres

Price History for 161 Willow Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/27/2014$160,000Sold
GSMLS #3117350
02/09/2014$160,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/04/2013$247,033Sold
N/A
08/18/2012$200,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/17/2012$200,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/29/2011$257,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/09/2011$257,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/19/2010$264,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Somerset

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$530K
$28.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$331
$12MoM
Available listings
124
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,911
Assessment$567,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 161 Willow Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
65 12th St, Somerset, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$605,000
04/20/26
3
2.5
1,960
52 Emerson Rd, Somerset, NJ
0.68
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
1,580
27 Rue Chagall, Somerset, NJ
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,060,000
09/19/25
5
3
4,282
106 Hollywood Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.17
Single-Family Home
$690,000
09/30/25
4
3
-
5 Alton Dr, Somerset, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$675,500
01/23/26
4
3
-
2 Picasso Ct, Somerset, NJ
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,234,000
07/06/26
4
3.5
3,434
27 Summerall Rd, Somerset, NJ
1.12
Single-Family Home
$569,000
07/13/26
3
2
1,676
522 New Brunswick Rd, Somerset, NJ
0.79
Single-Family Home
$775,000
11/19/25
4
2.5
2,408
900 River Rd, Piscataway, NJ
1.00
Single-Family Home
$515,000
02/04/26
4
2
1,518
4 Meade Ct, Piscataway, NJ
1.03
Single-Family Home
$730,000
08/07/26
3
2
2,410

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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

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 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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  • David Grillo
    "Good schools not great but great place to live. Taxes are ok. Lots of green and lots of houses of worship. Nice people and diverse. "
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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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  • 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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 161 Willow Ave

  • What is 161 Willow Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 Willow Ave in Somerset, NJ is $603,100.
  • What is the price history for 161 Willow Ave?
    161 Willow Ave in Somerset, NJ last sold for $160,000 in May 2014.
  • Is Somerset a buyer's or seller's market?
    Somerset is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Somerset?
    The median sale price in Somerset is $530K. That is down $28.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 161 Willow Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 Willow Ave in Somerset, NJ has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 161 Willow Ave?
    The lot at 161 Willow Ave in Somerset, NJ is about 0.41 acres (17,860 sq ft).