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  • 6 Total Beds
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Approved two family conversion opportunity near downtown Somerville, offering the space and privacy of two substantial Somerville homes in one property. The property is offered in its current condition with approved plans for two distinct 3-bedroom, 3 full bathroom residences. Unit 1 is designed with approximately 1,843 square feet, including a finished basement recreation area, full bathroom, laundry and utility space. The main level features an open living and dining area, kitchen with center island and pantry, three bedrooms, and a spacious primary bedroom with walk in closet and private ensuite bathroom. Unit 2 is designed with approximately 2,461 square feet across the second and third floors. Its spacious layout includes an open living and dining area, island kitchen, three bedrooms, a primary bedroom with walk in closet and ensuite bathroom, plus a finished third floor recreation area, full bathroom, laundry and utility room. Separate entrances provide privacy for both residences. Exterior plans include an expanded upper level, matching stucco, asphalt shingle roofing, new windows and updated entrances. The backyard design includes six parking spaces, new curbing, lawn areas, evergreen screening, perimeter trees and shrubs, site lighting and drainage improvements.

Full Property Details for 281 E Main St

General

  • Price: $849,000
  • Taxes: $10,878 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 4046626
  • Updated: Today (8/13/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: See Remarks, Walk-In Closet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 6

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Privacy Fence

Location

  • County: Somerset
  • Subdivision: East Somerville
  • Driving Directions: Route 22 East, right on Gaston Ave, Left on East Main St, to #281 on Left

School Information

  • Elementary School: VAN DEVEER
  • Middle School: SOMERVILLE
  • High School: SOMERVILLE

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: 2 Units
  • Heating Type: 2 Units, Forced Hot Air, Multi-Zone
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: 2-Two Story, Under/Over
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco, Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Square Feet: 4,496
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2027

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Unit Description: Bedrooms, Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Master Bedroom, Rec Room
  • Square Feet: 1843
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3

Unit 2

  • Unit Description: Bedrooms, Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Master Bedroom, Rec Room
  • Square Feet: 2461
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 x 200
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Blacktop, Lighting, Parking Lot-Exclusive
  • Zoning: PO-R

Financial Considerations

  • Operating Expenses: $16,500
  • Assessment Amount: $68,700
  • Land Assmt: $198,000
  • Tax Amount: $10,878
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Block: 39
  • Lot Number: 2

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Schools serving 281 E Main St

School District:Somerville Borough School District
NameGradesDistance
Van Derveer Elementary School
51 Union Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876
PK-50.5 mi
Somerville Middle School
51 West Cliff Street, Somerville, NJ 08876
6-80.9 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 281 E Main St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2026
Listed
$849,000
178.36%
MLS
3/31/2009
Sold
$305,000
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Tax History for 281 E Main St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,879
3%
$266,700
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2024
$10,543
2%
$266,700
—
2023
$10,300
3%
$266,700
—
2022
$10,031
1%
$266,700
—
2021
$9,967
2%
$266,700
—
2020
$9,761
2%
$266,700
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2018
$9,591
2%
$266,700
—
2017
$9,393
4%
$266,700
—
2016
$9,012
-7%
$266,700
—
2019
$9,695
9%
$266,700
—
2015
$8,892
3%
$266,700
—
2013
$8,644
—
$266,700
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281 E Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876 (MLS# 4046626) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms. 281 E Main St is currently listed for $849,000 and was received on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 E Main St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Somerville? You can browse all Somerville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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