Welcome to 217 W Point Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873 a spacious 5-bedroom, 3 full-bath home offering an incredible opportunity to create the home of your dreams. If you've been searching for a property where you can build instant equity through your own vision and hard work, this is the one! While this home could use some TLC, it boasts a fantastic layout, generous living space, and all the ingredients needed to become a truly beautiful residence with a little love and updating. Whether you're a homeowner looking to personalize your forever home or an investor seeking your next project, the possibilities are endless. Situated in one of Somerset's most desirable areas, you'll love the peaceful neighborhood that's perfect for bike rides, evening walks, and enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Opportunities like this don't come around often. Bring your vision, roll up your sleeves, and unlock the incredible potential waiting at 217 W Point Ave. Don't miss your chance to make this home your own schedule your private showing today! Some photos have been digitally enhanced to show the home's potential.
Under contract
Price cut: $74K (8/11)
$525,000
217 W Point Ave, Franklin Twp., NJ 08873
5beds
2,455sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
10,511 Square Feet Lot
$521,000 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fantastic layoutGenerous living space
- 43 days
- 1,648
- 113
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josefino Huerta 908-334-4023,
Keller Williams Cornerstone
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4041439
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- 2 Units, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 2 Units, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Ground Level
Features
- Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,455
- Total interior livable area: 2,455 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Lot
- Size: 10,511 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10,511.03
Details
- Parcel number: 2708003400000000380000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Somerset
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $684,300
- Annual tax amount: $12,050
- Date on market: 7/18/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$521,000
$495,000 - $547,000
$4,308/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$214/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4041439 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $525,000-12.4%$214/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #4041439 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $599,000-7.8%$244/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #4041439 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+1529.1%$265/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #4041439 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/1972 | Sold | $39,900$16/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,962 +27.8% | $684,300 +27.8% |
| 2024 | $9,357 -4.5% | $535,300 +6% |
| 2023 | $9,793 +12.7% | $504,800 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $8,689 | $464,800 +19.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $389,800 +5.4% |
| 2020 | $8,572 +10.2% | $369,800 |
| 2019 | $7,775 | $369,800 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $7,775 -7.6% | $364,800 |
| 2017 | $8,412 +5.1% | $364,800 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $8,002 +0% | $354,800 +4.4% |
| 2015 | $7,999 +1.4% | $339,800 -1.5% |
| 2014 | $7,889 +3.3% | $344,800 |
| 2013 | $7,634 +5.1% | $344,800 |
| 2012 | $7,262 +3.8% | $344,800 +0.8% |
| 2011 | $6,997 +0.6% | $341,900 -1% |
| 2010 | $6,952 | $345,200 -6.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $370,200 -8.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $405,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $405,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $405,000 +12.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $359,800 +12.4% |
| 2004 | $2,806 | $320,100 +8% |
| 2003 | -- | $296,400 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $273,800 +22.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $222,900 |
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