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Property Description
Welcome to 71 Central Avea charming Colonial tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Somerville. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers just under 1,500 sq. ft. of thoughtfully updated living space, perfect for anyone looking for small-town convenience with modern style. Step onto the inviting front porch (ideal for rocking chairs and morning coffee) and into a spacious living area filled with natural light, recessed lighting, and luxury vinyl flooring. The layout offers plenty of flexibilitywhether you want a cozy TV space, a dining nook, or room to host game nights. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring shaker cabinets, subway tile backsplash, a breakfast bar for two, gas cooking, a wall oven, and plenty of storage. The window over the sink looks out onto the backyard, giving the space a bright and homey feel. A half bath and laundry are also conveniently located on the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a full bath, great closet space, and lots of sunlight. Three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom round out the upper level, all with comfortable carpeting for a warm, cozy vibe. Outside, enjoy a large backyard with a deck, a detached garage, and a long driveway with ample parking. While there's no basement, the crawl space offers generous stand-up storage. Renovated in 2019 and meticulously cared for since, this home is move-in ready. Location is a highlightjust minutes from Main Street Somerville, the train station, Alfonso's Italian, Ambee's Coffee, Bliss Coffee, ShopRite, Trader Joe's, Costco, Route 22, and more. Open House: Sunday, 12-2 PM
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 71 Central Ave
General
- Price: $525,000
- Taxes: $9,792 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2660648M
- Updated: 12/7/2025
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dining Room, Bath Half, Family Room, Storage, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Second, Bath Full, None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl/Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 1,488 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Yard
- Deck/Patio: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: 1 Car Width, 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Detached
- Parking: 1 Car Width, 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Detached
Location
- County: Somerset
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement Desc.: Crawlspace Only, Storage Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,488
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.194
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,451
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 169
- Lot Features: Near Train
- Zoning: R-3
- Lot Description: Near Train
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $9,792
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1800051000000010
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Schools
Schools serving 71 Central Ave
School District:Somerville Borough School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Van Derveer Elementary School 51 Union Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Somerville Middle School 51 West Cliff Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Somerville High School 222 Davenport Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 71 Central Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2025
Listed
$525,000
54.41%
MLS
5/28/2020
Sold
$340,000
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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 71 Central Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,792
5%
$247,700
—
2022
$9,316
1%
$247,700
—
2021
$9,257
37%
$247,700
—
2020
$6,749
1%
$247,700
34%
2019
$6,703
1%
$184,400
—
2018
$6,631
2%
$184,400
—
2017
$6,495
4%
$184,400
—
2016
$6,231
1%
$184,400
—
2015
$6,148
3%
$184,400
—
2013
$5,976
—
$184,400
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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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71 Central Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 (MLS# 2660648M) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 71 Central Avenue is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on October 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 71 Central Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Somerville? You can browse all Somerville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

