Does Bound Brook, NJ have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Bound Brook, NJ dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Bound Brook, NJ walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Bound Brook, NJ show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Bound Brook, NJ walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Bound Brook, NJ quiet?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Bound Brook, NJ plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Bound Brook, NJ?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

What is 538 E 2nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 538 E 2nd St in Bound Brook, NJ is $333,600 .

What is the price history for 538 E 2nd St?

538 E 2nd St in Bound Brook, NJ last sold for $95,000 in April 2017.

Is Bound Brook a buyer's or seller's market?

Bound Brook is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Bound Brook?

Residents describe Bound Brook, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Bound Brook, NJ .

OFF MARKET

$333,600

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,136 sqft

538 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805

Est. Refi. Payment $2,387/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 20, 2017 for $95,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$334K

Since last month

$900 (-0.3%)

Since last year

$2K (+0.4%)

Since last sale

$242K (+254.8%)

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 +151% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
November 2026	$337K
October 2026	$333K
September 2026	$338K
August 2026	$341K
July 2026	$343K
June 2026	$344K
May 2026	$340K
April 2026	$330K
March 2026	$329K
February 2026	$329K
January 2026	$329K
2025
December 2025	$329K
November 2025	$326K
October 2025	$336K
September 2025	$331K
August 2025	$334K
July 2025	$335K
June 2025	$336K
May 2025	$333K
April 2025	$335K
March 2025	$323K
February 2025	$324K
January 2025	$328K
2024
December 2024	$325K
November 2024	$321K
October 2024	$320K
September 2024	$322K
August 2024	$323K
July 2024	$321K
June 2024	$325K
May 2024	$318K
April 2024	$313K
March 2024	$304K
February 2024	$303K
January 2024	$296K
2023
December 2023	$296K
November 2023	$296K
October 2023	$294K
September 2023	$290K
August 2023	$290K
July 2023	$289K
June 2023	$285K
May 2023	$292K
April 2023	$283K
March 2023	$279K
February 2023	$278K
January 2023	$275K
2022
December 2022	$272K
November 2022	$274K
October 2022	$277K
September 2022	$279K
August 2022	$278K
July 2022	$266K
June 2022	$262K
May 2022	$256K
April 2022	$251K
March 2022	$247K
February 2022	$240K
January 2022	$238K
2021
December 2021	$236K
November 2021	$236K
October 2021	$234K
September 2021	$234K
August 2021	$233K
July 2021	$234K
June 2021	$237K
May 2021	$241K
April 2021	$238K
March 2021	$235K
February 2021	$232K
January 2021	$233K
2020
December 2020	$229K
November 2020	$229K
October 2020	$228K
September 2020	$224K
August 2020	$220K
July 2020	$216K
June 2020	$185K
May 2020	$186K
April 2020	$186K
March 2020	$189K
February 2020	$194K
January 2020	$189K
2019
December 2019	$191K
November 2019	$190K
October 2019	$201K
September 2019	$201K
August 2019	$199K
July 2019	$199K
June 2019	$195K
May 2019	$185K
April 2019	$185K
March 2019	$184K
February 2019	$190K
January 2019	$191K
2018
December 2018	$183K
November 2018	$186K
October 2018	$188K
September 2018	$176K
August 2018	$182K
July 2018	$171K
June 2018	$169K
May 2018	$177K
April 2018	$171K
March 2018	$167K
February 2018	$165K
January 2018	$164K
2017
December 2017	$165K
November 2017	$167K
October 2017	$165K
September 2017	$165K
August 2017	$168K
July 2017	$169K
June 2017	$167K
May 2017	$140K
April 2017	$133K
March 2017	$132K
February 2017	$131K
January 2017	$134K
2016
December 2016	$128K
November 2016	$134K

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
22 Tory Jack Ter, South Bound Brook, NJ	0.45	Condo	$445,000	10/29/26	2	3	1,640
107 Forest Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.70	Condo	$450,000	06/24/26	2	2	1,532
236 Pinelli Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.75	Condo	$407,500	07/16/26	2	2	1,532
230 Pinelli Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.75	Condo	$407,500	07/16/26	2	2	1,532
235 Pinelli Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.75	Condo	$407,500	07/16/26	2	2	1,532
229 Pinelli Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.75	Condo	$407,500	07/16/26	2	2	1,532
224 Pinelli Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.77	Condo	$416,000	07/30/26	2	2	1,532
504 Stratford Pl, Bound Brook, NJ	1.62	Condo	$360,000	01/20/26	2	2	1,059
26 Forest Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.79	Condo	$499,000	09/15/26	2	2	1,532
238 Luca Dr, Piscataway, NJ	1.53	Condo	$460,000	03/12/26	2	2	1,541

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
540 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.01	$399,900	Studio	-	1,136	Off Market
542 E 2nd St #STY, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.01	$443,400	Studio	-	-	Off Market
542 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.01	$375,900	Studio	-	1,309	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #6B, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	-	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #7A, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	-	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #1B, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	620	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #1A, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	-	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #3A, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	-	Off Market
526 E 2nd St #5A, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	-	Off Market
526 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.02	-	1	1	600	Off Market
543 E 2Nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.03	$990,800	Studio	-	-	Off Market
529 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.03	$424,100	4	2	-	Off Market
539 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$470,200	3	2.5	1,622	Off Market
537 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$491,700	3	3	1,452	Off Market
535 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$347,000	2	1	1,114	Off Market
541 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$466,200	Studio	-	1,584	Off Market
533 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$364,100	2	1	1,248	Off Market
531 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$423,400	3	1.5	1,152	Off Market
518 E 2nd St #3, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	-	2	1	1,072	Off Market
518 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805	0.04	$231,800	Studio	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Condo

Built in 1985

1,136 sqft

$294/sqft

About this House

Solid hardwood floors greet you as you come in to this 2 bed 1 1/2 bath half duplex. Kitchen has plenty of storage space and a tile floor. Also has a space for a washer and dyer on the first floor. Before going out to the back deck there is a half bath so your guests don't have to go upstairs. 2 bedrooms with solid hardwood flooring and closets are on the second floor and share a full bathroom. The rear of the house has a deck and a paver patio to enjoy time outside. Large open level rear yard is also fenced in. Bonus is a storage shed. Natural gas forced hot air heat and central air. Also has a gas fired water heater.

538 E 2nd St, Bound Brook, NJ 08805 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,136 sqft condo built in 1985. It last sold for $95,000 on Apr 20, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $333,600, with a rent estimate of $2,462/month.

Home Details for 538 E 2nd St

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Interior Details Additional StorageStorage

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1985Year Updated: 2017
Property Type / Style Property Type: CondoArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 2

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 20, 2017 Source: GSMLS #3345329	Sold	$95,000
Feb 16, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$84,900
Dec 8, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$84,900
Oct 28, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$84,900
Jul 26, 2016 Source: N/A	Sold	$1,000
Apr 2, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$69,999
Dec 21, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$0
Dec 15, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Oct 21, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$0
Oct 5, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Nov 10, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$165,000
Jan 14, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$87,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	$7,585	$358,700

Additional Cost

Market trends in Bound Brook

Last updated September 2026

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Around this home

Lafayette Elementary School
2-3
Public
249 Students
Bound Brook School District
NA
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What Locals Say about Bound Brook

At least 159 Trulia users voted on each feature.

90 % Say there are sidewalks
89 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
72 % Say yards are well-kept
71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
67 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say car is needed
66 % Say parking is easy
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
62 % Say streets are well-lit
53 % Say it's quiet
49 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
46 % Say there's wildlife
40 % Say there are community events

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2w ago
"I’ve lived in the neighborhood for so many years. I feel it is a very great neighborhood "
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Smcd202
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3mo ago
"I love the area and the neighbors are absolutely extraordinary. I lived here for 16 years and have never had a problem and we all watch out for each other, which is important with the world the way it is today.. I love this community and I love the people I live with. I have nothing"
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Edlin
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6y ago
" My commute is always Friendly and safe and accessible to Somerville downtown, Bridgewater mall, bound brook, Middlesex and Dunellen "
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Sandy P.
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6y ago
"they celebrate Christmas in the tren station of bound brook or carnavals. the bunny of Easter drive around the streets with the firetruck "
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Remy T.
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6y ago
"There’s enough grass for them to run and play. As long as u clean it. Maybe some neightboors could mind dogs running or Playing in their grass."
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Taylor M.
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7y ago
"Parades, town 5K’s bike festival and near by good food & drinks are all great here! the school spirit is also fun to watch"
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Amandaedeangelo
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7y ago
"A carnival at the park once a year, and when Santa comes around on the fire truck. I love that I always see the cops around in town. "
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Lanett B.
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7y ago
"The commute during the afternoon can be a pain but overall it’s quiet at night and early morning......"
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Qua3378
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7y ago
"I lived in the neighborhood for 10 years and it’s nice and quiet and everyone is friendly no problems in this area everyone goes to work and come back home to a safe environment "
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Julia
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7y ago
"Super close to all major highways - can get to North NJ, upstate NY, down the shore. NYC, or PA all close to an hour "
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Paul G.
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8y ago
"schools are horrible. neighbors are great food and transportation are too notch. lots of sidewalks and over 300 kids at halloween"
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Edward B.
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8y ago
"it's a very family oriented neighborhood with many places to eat and close to major highways. all my neighbors are very polite and respectful and seem to care about our town. having a child it's important they have good school system which bound Brook seems to have I hope to purchase a home in town in the future."
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Amelia m.
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8y ago
"Multicultural, Diversified , cuisine , transportation , hotels and shopping 10 minutes from suburb life "
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Paul G.
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8y ago
"great town great neighbors lots of police and a great police dog in crusader. shoprite is great. "
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Staceymatalee
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8y ago
"the train station, walkable, trendy shopping, Accessibility to transportation, good American Neighborhood feel with a cultural flare"
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Pechitolatin
13y ago
"Exelent area for kids,safe and close to shooping market"
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Frequently asked questions about 538 E 2nd St

What is 538 E 2nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 538 E 2nd St in Bound Brook, NJ is $333,600.
What is the price history for 538 E 2nd St?
538 E 2nd St in Bound Brook, NJ last sold for $95,000 in April 2017.
Is Bound Brook a buyer's or seller's market?
Bound Brook is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Bound Brook?
Residents describe Bound Brook, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Bound Brook, NJ.