History of Somerset County
A Central New Jersey Hub, Somerset County is one of America’s oldest counties and encompasses 305 square miles of beautiful landscape, bustling businesses, and 21 municipalities. Established on May 22, 1688, it is full of beautiful historic counties and a rich heritage dating back to the Revolutionary War. Many of its towns are historic landmarks or hold monuments honoring their American history.
Closer to the big city, Somerset county is known for its suburban and urban balance, offering a mixture of public parks and recreational facilities as well as bustling businesses and metropolitan public transportation. Golf courses, hiking, bicycles, picnic areas, places to swim, fairgrounds and education centers are just some of the many ways visitors and residents entertain themselves.
Somerset, NJ Articles
Podcast: How Has Somerville’s Mayor discusses his past 48 years of history with the borough (Dennis Sullivan)
Most people are surprised to find the walkability and diversity that they encounter when they visit Somerville, NJ. Mayor Dennis Sullivan explains how the housing, retail, and restaurant all mix together to make Somerville what it is. A wonderful destination in which to visit, shop [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions May 2021 – Bridgewater Edition
Get ahead of the residential real estate market drivers in Somerset County, New Jersey, with Coldwell Banker Residential Broker sales associate, Joe Peters. Joe's monthly market update walks you through the economic conditions and trends that influence our local markets. You will come away knowing [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions May 2021
Get ahead of the residential real estate market drivers in Somerset County, New Jersey, with Coldwell Banker Residential Broker sales associate, Joe Peters. Joe's monthly market update walks you through the economic conditions and trends that influence our local markets. You will come away knowing [...]
Hunterdon and Somerset Named as Two of the Healthiest Counties in New Jersey
There are reasons we live where we do. Hunterdon and Somerset offer some of the healthiest living in New Jersey This is because of their access to medical care, their educational achievement, and their active lifestyle.
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions April 2021 – Bridgewater Edition
Get ahead of the residential real estate market drivers in Somerset County, New Jersey, with Coldwell Banker Residential Broker sales associate, Joe Peters. Joe's monthly market update walks you through the economic conditions and trends that influence our local markets. You will come away knowing [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions April 2021
Get ahead of the residential real estate market drivers in Somerset County, New Jersey, with Coldwell Banker Residential Broker sales associate, Joe Peters. Joe's monthly market update walks you through the economic conditions and trends that influence our local markets. You will come away knowing "what" is happening, and more importantly, "why" it is happening. As a result, you will be better informed to make home buying and selling decisions in 2021.