Buying and Selling a Home in Franklin Township, NJ

Franklin Township at a glance

Franklin Township (not to be confused with Franklin Borough in Sussex County) covers about 23.5 square miles of mostly rural land. Route 57 runs through the north, and I-78/U.S. 22 passes through the south with Exit 6 on the border. Communities include Asbury, Broadway and New Village, where the Edison Portland Cement Company once operated. Franklin Township is in the Highlands region.

What the housing is like in Franklin Township

• Farms and homes on acreage.
• Village homes in Asbury, Broadway and New Village.
• Single-family homes on larger lots, usually with wells and septic.

What buyers should check in Franklin Township

1. Wells and septic. Plan for the required well test (Warren County includes uranium) and a septic inspection.
2. Farmland assessment and easements. Ask about tax status and any preservation restrictions.
3. Highlands rules. Check the parcel's designation before planning additions or subdivision.
4. Property taxes. Look at the actual tax bill for the house, not an average, and compare Franklin Township's rate using the state's municipal tax data.
5. Town certificates. New Jersey requires a smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm and fire extinguisher certificate at a change of occupancy; ask the town about any added resale inspections.

Selling a home in Franklin Township

Franklin Township buyers want space with access to I-78. Comparable sales for farms can be thin; careful pricing matters.

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A note on fair housing

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