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
Have You Been Noticing All of the NY License Plates?
My October real estate market reports are now available. In these reports, you will discover both "what" is happening and " why" it is happening in both counties. There is also other valuable data on price points and communities so that you can see where your house fits into the total picture.
Podcast: 2020/2021 Ecomonic Development in Somerset County (John Maddocks)
John Maddocks – Vice President, Economic Development Director for Somerset County discusses 2020 and 2021 economic development efforts with Joe Peters
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions November 2020
Get ahead of the residential real estate market drivers in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, with Coldwell Banker Residential Broker sales associate, Joe Peters. Joe's monthly report walks people 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.
Podcast: Somerset County Voting Instructions (County Clerk Steve Peter)
We have all received mailings from Steve Peter our County Clerk on the 2020 election procedures. I thought that you might like to hear from Steve first hand to clear up any questions that you might have. You can listen to my podcast with her below.
Podcast: Things To Do This Harvest Season in Central NJ (Brad Fay of Discover Central New Jersey)
Things to do this harvest season in Central NJ as per a podcast interview with Brad Fay of Discover Central New Jersey with Joe Peters. Celebrate the harvest season with things to do in nearby Central New Jersey, as discussed with Brad Fay of Discover Central New [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions October 2020
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 report walks people through the economic conditions and trends that influence our local markets. You will come away knowing what [...]