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Property Description
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. has context menu
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 281 E Main Street E
General
- Price: $849,000
- Taxes: $10,543 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2617958R
- Updated: Today (8/13/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Unit 1(3 Bedrooms, 2+ Baths), Unit 2(3 Bedrooms, 2+ Baths)
- Appliances: Water Heater(Electric), Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 2,142 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch
- Deck/Patio: Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Detached Carport
- Parking: Detached Carport
Location
- County: Somerset
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: A/C Wall Unit(s), A/C Window Unit(s), See Remarks
- Heating Type: Zoned, Baseboard, Radiant, Baseboard Hotwater
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Other Room(s)
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,142
- Year Built: 1925
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3444
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,002
- Lot Dimensions: 200.00 x 0.00
- Lot Features: Irregular Lot
- Lot Description: Irregular Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $10,543
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1800039000000002
Listed by Re/Max Pinnacle
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Schools
Schools serving 281 E Main Street E
School District:Somerville Borough School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Van Derveer Elementary School 51 Union Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Somerville Middle School 51 West Cliff Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 | 6-8 | 0.9 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 Street E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2026
Listed
$849,000
178.36%
MLS
3/31/2009
Sold
$305,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 281 E Main Street E
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,879
3%
$266,700
—
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
—
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
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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281 E Main Street E, Somerville, NJ 08876 (MLS# 2617958R) is a Duplex property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 281 E Main Street E is currently listed for $849,000 and was received on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 E Main Street E? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Somerville? You can browse all Somerville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

