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44 Drake Rd, Somerset, NJ, 08873

3beds
3baths
0sqft
$679,900
--price/sqft
$4,859/moest. monthly cost
$194,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained split-level home offering 8 spacious rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms with a bran new roof (replaced on 7/27) in a desirable Somerset neighborhood. This move-in-ready residence features an inviting open floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and generous living spaces designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The heart of the home is the stunning, fully updated eat-in kitchen featuring rich cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a custom mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and an abundance of storage and workspace. The expansive living and dining areas flow seamlessly together, creating the perfect setting for gatherings of any size. The home offers three well-appointed bedrooms and beautifully updated bathrooms with modern vanities, stylish tilework, and contemporary finishes. Additional living space provides flexibility for a family room, home office, recreation area, or guest accommodations. Step outside to a spacious backyard with a patio and plenty of room for entertaining, play, gardening, or future outdoor enhancements. The professionally landscaped exterior, covered front entry, attached garage, and oversized driveway add to the home's curb appeal and functionality. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, Rutgers University, major highways, and commuter routes, this exceptional home combines space, updates, and location in one outstanding package.

Getting Around

12
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
32
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
MacAfee Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.5 mi
4/10
Franklin Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
3/10
Franklin Twp High SchoolGrades 9-123.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1963

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Split Level
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range,Washer,Kitchen Exhaust Fan,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Bathroom

  • Features: Tub Shower, Stall Shower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Formal Dining Room

Features

  • Blinds,Laundry Room,Bath Full,Family Room,Utility Room,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen,Living Room,Dining Room,3 Bedrooms,Bath Main
  • Window features: Blinds
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0

Kitchen

  • Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Separate Dining Area

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Full Bath

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0800368000000019

Features

  • Levels: Below Grade, Two, Partially Below Grade, Multi/Split
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 10,000 sqft
  • Features: Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 80.00 x 125.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: 2 Car Width,Asphalt,Garage,Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,437$41,244
Home Insurance *$207$2,484
Property Taxes $1,022$12,264
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$4,859$58,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$166,594/yr
40% on housing$145,770/yr
45% on housing$129,573/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.3%
8.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08873$346
Somerset County$343

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08873$323
Somerset County$348

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-03Listed for sale$679,900
2026-07-29Listing removed$679,999
2026-07-14Contingent$679,999
2026-06-12Listed for sale$679,999
2009-11-04Sold$297,500
2009-08-14Price change$325,000
2009-07-03Price change$342,000
2009-06-22Price change$354,000
2009-05-15Listed for sale$364,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentHERVE R. BLEMUR
BrokerageDANIEL PUJOLS REALTY, LLC

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