39 John E Busch Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873
SOLD
DEC 3, 2025

39 John E Busch Ave
Somerset, NJ 08873

  • Studio
  • 912 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

$220,000

Last Sold: Dec 3, 2025
$241/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,548/mo*
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$220,000

Last Sold: Dec 3, 2025
$241/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,548/mo*
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Studio
912 sqft
(on 0.46 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
1958
Lot Size
0.46 acres
Living Area
912 sqft
Price/Sqft
$241/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 39 John E Busch Ave, Somerset, NJ. 39 John E Busch Ave is in Somerset, NJ and in ZIP code 08873. This property has approximately 912 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $241/sqft. This property has a lot size of 0.46 acres and was built in 1958.
39 John E Busch Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873 is a studio, 912 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $220,000 on Dec 3, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $535,200, with a rent estimate of $3,640/month.

Home Details for 39 John E Busch Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $241/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Price History for 39 John E Busch Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/03/2025$220,000Sold
N/A
07/13/1994$145,000Sold
N/A

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$8,289
Assessment$474,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 39 John E Busch Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
10 1st St, Somerset, NJ
0.15
Single-Family Home
$450,000
02/02/26
-
2,060
41 1st St, Somerset, NJ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$690,000
09/29/25
4
2
2,298
101 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ
0.75
Single-Family Home
$325,000
11/13/25
-
1,106
23 Plainfield Ave, Piscataway, NJ
0.65
Single-Family Home
$295,000
12/19/25
2
1
1,098
60 Highland Ave, Piscataway, NJ
0.81
Single-Family Home
$365,000
12/11/25
-
1,088
71 Walnut Ave, Somerset, NJ
0.29
Single-Family Home
$520,000
07/20/26
3
1
-
106 Perrine Ave, Piscataway, NJ
0.78
Single-Family Home
$480,000
08/29/25
-
1,104
65 12th St, Somerset, NJ
0.56
Single-Family Home
$605,000
04/20/26
3
2.5
1,960
5 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ
0.68
Single-Family Home
$610,000
06/30/26
4
2
1,428

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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 39 John E Busch Ave

  • What is 39 John E Busch Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 39 John E Busch Ave in Somerset, NJ is $535,200.
  • What is the price history for 39 John E Busch Ave?
    39 John E Busch Ave in Somerset, NJ last sold for $220,000 in December 2025.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 39 John E Busch Ave?
    The lot at 39 John E Busch Ave in Somerset, NJ is about 0.46 acres (19,998 sq ft).