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Buying and Selling a Home in Washington Borough, NJ

Washington Borough is a walkable downtown where Route 31 meets Route 57, with Victorian homes from its organ-making era — completely surrounded by Washington Township.
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Washington Borough at a glance

Washington Borough grew around 19th- and early-20th-century musical instrument manufacturing, especially organs, and many Victorian homes date from that era. Routes 31 and 57 intersect in the center of the borough. Washington Borough is completely surrounded by Washington Township. Warren Hills Regional Middle School is in the borough. Washington Borough is in the Highlands region.

What the housing is like in Washington Borough

  • Victorian and older homes near downtown.
  • Multi-family and mixed-use buildings in the center.
  • Single-family homes on in-town lots.

What buyers should check in Washington Borough

  1. Older-home systems. Electrical, heating, roof, foundation and lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes.
  2. Multi-family details. Verify legal unit count, leases and any local rental requirements.
  3. Water and sewer type. Confirm for the specific property.
  4. Private wells. If the home has a well, New Jersey's Private Well Testing Act requires a water test before closing, and Warren County is one of the counties where uranium is added to the test.
  5. Septic systems. Order a separate septic inspection — a general home inspection doesn't cover it.
  6. Property taxes. Look at the actual tax bill for the house, not an average, and compare Washington Borough's rate using the state's municipal tax data.
  7. 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 Washington Borough

Washington Borough's character homes and downtown appeal to first-time buyers and investors. Highlight updates and have records ready.

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A note on fair housing

I describe homes, land and places — not who lives where. For school information, I point you to official sources so you can decide for yourself.

Local questions

Washington Borough real estate FAQs

Is Washington Borough the same as Washington Township?

No. They're separate municipalities in Warren County; Washington Borough is completely surrounded by Washington Township.

Is Washington Borough in the New Jersey Highlands?

Yes. The NJ Highlands Council lists Washington Borough among the Warren County municipalities in the Highlands region. Rules differ between Preservation and Planning Areas, so check the specific parcel before planning additions, outbuildings or subdivision.

What school district serves Washington Borough?

Washington Borough Public Schools (PreK–6); grades 7–12 attend Warren Hills Regional School District.

Is there a train station in Washington Borough?

No. Washington Borough doesn't have an NJ Transit rail station, so most residents drive. The main roads are Route 31 and Route 57 (intersect downtown).

What is the property tax rate in Washington Borough?

Rates change every year and vary by municipality. Check the NJ Division of Taxation's general and effective tax rates, and always look at the actual tax bill for the home you're considering.

How much is my Washington Borough home worth?

Online estimates struggle in North Jersey because lot size, water and sewer type, lake access and condition vary so much. A comparative market analysis using hand-picked recent sales is far more reliable — I'll prepare one for free.

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Sources and further reading

  1. Washington Borough, New Jersey — Wikipedia (general reference)
  2. Warren County Highlands municipalities — NJ Highlands Council
  3. Statistical Information (general and effective tax rates) — NJ Division of Taxation
  4. Private Well Testing Act rule, N.J.A.C. 7:9E-2.1 — New Jersey Administrative Code
  5. FEMA Flood Map Service Center — FEMA

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