196 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
OFF MARKET

$216,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,410 sqft

196 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079

Est. Refi. Payment $1,648/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 19, 2015 for $15,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$217K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$201K (+1,295.5%)
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 +171% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$216K
July 2026$218K
June 2026$224K
May 2026$215K
April 2026$206K
March 2026$205K
February 2026$197K
January 2026$199K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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
0.15
Single-Family Home
$130,000
12/11/25
3
1.5
1,713
179 Victory Ave, Salem, NJ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$238,000
06/05/26
4
1.5
1,449
178 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$255,000
06/12/26
3
1.5
1,665
174 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$215,000
07/15/26
4
1.5
1,305
51 S 3rd St, Salem, NJ
0.36
Single-Family Home
$210,000
09/15/25
3
1.5
1,348
201 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ
0.04
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/03/26
3
1
1,308
188 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/08/25
4
2
1,260
47 S 3rd St, Salem, NJ
0.37
Single-Family Home
$36,500
09/24/25
3
1
936
50 Walnut St, Salem, NJ
0.60
Single-Family Home
$70,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,460
176 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$160,000
04/06/26
4
2
1,416

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
9 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.05
$259,700
4
2
1,305
Off Market
201 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.04
$225,000
3
1
1,308
Recently Sold
190 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.03
$237,300
4
1
1,581
Off Market
192 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.06
$240,800
4
2
1,485
Off Market
188 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.08
$210,000
4
2
1,260
Recently Sold
184 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.07
$177,700
3
1
1,305
Off Market
21 Crossland Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.12
$252,700
4
1.5
1,465
Off Market
179 Victory Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.10
$238,000
4
1.5
1,449
Recently Sold
178 Cook Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.12
$255,000
3
1.5
1,665
Recently Sold
204 Pine Ave, Salem, NJ 08079
0.16
$275,000
3
2
1,518
Off Market
174 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.13
$215,000
4
1.5
1,305
Recently Sold
231 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079
0.21
$256,900
3
1
1,582
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,410 sqft
Price/Sqft
$154
Parking
Garage

About this House

1.5 story brick cape on a quiet corner lot just outside salem city. large covered porch leads to a fenced in back yard with detached garage. brick fireplace with oak surround and mantle in livingroom. lots of built ins and classic oak trim details throughout the interior. needs some TLC
196 Chestnut St, Salem, NJ 08079 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,410 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $15,500 on Oct 19, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $216,900, with a rent estimate of $1,940/month.

Home Details for 196 Chestnut St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Oil
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5330 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 19, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$15,500
Sep 16, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$15,900
Sep 12, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$15,900
Sep 1, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$15,900
Aug 25, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$15,900
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in Salem

Last updated July 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
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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 196 Chestnut St

  • What is 196 Chestnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 196 Chestnut St in Salem, NJ is $216,900.
  • What is the price history for 196 Chestnut St?
    196 Chestnut St in Salem, NJ last sold for $15,500 in October 2015.
  • 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.
  • Does 196 Chestnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 196 Chestnut St in Salem, NJ has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 196 Chestnut St?
    The lot at 196 Chestnut St in Salem, NJ is about 0.12 acres (5,330 sq ft).

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