979 Colonial Ave, Union, NJ 07083
OFF MARKET

$566,300

Trulia Estimate
  • Studio
  • 1,258 sqft

979 Colonial Ave, Union, NJ 07083

Putnam Manor
Est. Refi. Payment $4,074/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$566K
Since last month
Decreased$17K (-3%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+1.2%)
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 +88% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$553K
August 2026$560K
July 2026$570K
June 2026$572K
May 2026$561K
April 2026$550K
March 2026$551K
February 2026$545K
January 2026$567K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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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
1444 Vauxhall Rd, Union, NJ
0.33
Single-Family Home
$532,000
01/07/26
-
1,672
890 Salem Rd, Union, NJ
0.28
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/20/26
-
2,193
974 Townley Ave, Union, NJ
0.13
Single-Family Home
$600,000
05/21/26
-
-
27 Skyview Rd, Union, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$600,000
10/16/25
3
3
-
1386 Beverly Rd, Union, NJ
0.10
Single-Family Home
$655,000
09/14/26
3
3
-
377 Lum Ave, Union, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$415,000
02/25/26
3
2
-
401 Lum Ave, Union, NJ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$580,000
09/15/26
3
2
-
868 Townley Ave, Union, NJ
0.21
Single-Family Home
$690,000
07/22/26
4
3
-
1470 Brookside Dr, Union, NJ
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
11/07/25
5
5
-
1030 Sterling Rd, Union, NJ
0.19
Single-Family Home
$615,000
09/11/26
3
3
-

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
988 Lorraine Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$526,900
3
2
-
Off Market
904 Colonial Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.04
$694,500
3
2
-
Off Market
979 Lorraine Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$609,200
3
3
-
Off Market
977 Lorraine Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$758,600
5
3
-
Off Market
1453 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.09
$999,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
970 Lorraine Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.07
$600,000
4
2
-
Recently Sold
27 Skyview Rd, Union, NJ 07083
0.14
$630,000
3
3
-
Off Market
972 Midland Boulevard, Union, NJ 07083
0.11
$934,500
5
5
-
Off Market
1030 Lorraine Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.15
$645,300
3
2
-
Off Market
1386 Beverly Rd, Union, NJ 07083
0.10
$655,000
3
3
-
Recently Sold
981 Balsam Way, Union, NJ 07083
0.13
$609,200
3
1.5
1,320
Off Market
411 Lum Ave, Union, NJ 07083
0.10
$750,000
4
3
2,050
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
1,258 sqft
$450/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 979 Colonial Ave, Union, NJ. 979 Colonial Ave is in the Putnam Manor neighborhood in Union, NJ and in ZIP code 07083. This property has approximately 1,258 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7605 sqft and was built in 1939.
979 Colonial Ave, Union, NJ 07083 is a studio, 1,258 sqft single-family home in Putnam Manor, built in 1939. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $566,300, with a rent estimate of $3,560/month.

Home Details for 979 Colonial Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7605 sqft

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$9,991
$44,700
Home facts updated by county records

Market trends in Union

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$604K
$31.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
122
2MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Putnam Manor
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What Locals Say about Putnam Manor

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

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  • Michellefaranda
    "Conveniently commuted to NYC for 30 + years and Jersey City for 5 before retiring.Train and bus both within walking distance "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighbors and diversity with the community. Easy access to shops and major highways. 10 minutes to Newark airport and 25 mins to NYc"
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  • Len.silvestre
    "There is always a good area and not so good in every town. But putnam manor luckily is a great area in Union. 👍👍"
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  • M.
    "Great neighborhood. Safe, beautiful homes with friendly neighbors. Easy commute to NYC via bus or train which isn't too far away. "
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  • Sjallenburns15
    "Everyone meets everyone with th3 dogs , the pets are well known 5hroughou5 the Putnum ndighbourhood !"
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  • Sjallenburns15
    "I have lived here forb15 years and love the neighbours , etc etc and close proximity to public transport to NYC city "
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Frequently asked questions about 979 Colonial Ave

  • What is 979 Colonial Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 979 Colonial Ave in Union, NJ is $566,300.
  • Is Union a buyer's or seller's market?
    Union is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Union?
    The median sale price in Union is $604K. That is up $31.67K from the prior month.
  • What are the closest schools to 979 Colonial Ave?
    The closest schools to 979 Colonial Ave in Union, NJ are Central Five Jefferson School (Elementary, rated 5/10), Kawameeh Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Livingston Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10).
  • How big is the lot at 979 Colonial Ave?
    The lot at 979 Colonial Ave in Union, NJ is about 0.17 acres (7,605 sq ft).

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