Closed$499,000
TLC ≈ $4,302/mo
5 2 1,489 sqft
131 Fairfield Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863
74 Warner Street, Fords, NJ 08863
$499,000
4 beds 3 baths 1,075 sqft Built 194517 days on marketClosed
About this home
Welcome to this well maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod home located in the desirable Crestview Terrace section of Fords in Woodbridge Township. Built in 1945, this inviting home blends classic charm with comfortable living and sits on a level 0.14-acre lot with approximately 1, 075 sq ft of living space.  The main level offers a bright and functional layout featuring a living room, kitchen with breakfast bar, and a separate dining area, along with multiple bedrooms and a full bath for convenient one-floor living. Upstairs you'll find additional bedrooms and bath space, making this home ideal for growing households, guests, or home office flexibility. The full basement provides additional usable space and includes laundry facilities and a half bath, offering excellent potential for recreation, storage, or future finishing. Exterior highlights include: Classic Cape Cod architecture with vinyl siding Attached one-car garage with driveway parking Private yard perfect for outdoor enjoyment Asphalt shingle roof and well-maintained exterior The home is equipped with central air conditioning, natural gas heating, public water, and public sewer, providing comfort and convenience year-round. Located in the Woodbridge Township School District, this home offers easy access to shopping, major highways, NJ Transit, and local amenities, making commuting and everyday living simple. Property Highlights 4 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths + 1 Half Bath Full Basement with Laundry 1-Car Attached Garage Approximately 1, 075 Sq Ft Annual Taxes: $8, 410 (2024) Lot Size: ~0.1377 Acres A wonderful opportunity to own a charming home in a convenient Middlesex County location.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.19% APR.
Your estimated payment
$4,880/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,593
- Utilities
- $468
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,215
Property tax + insurance$1,191
PMI / 2nd mortgage$187
Heating + cooling$72
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,380/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$499,000
Down payment
$24,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,050
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1945
Lot size
0.1377 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,410
MLS #
2611792R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath MainBath FullNone
Exterior
PatioYard
Parking
1 Car WidthAsphaltGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDrivewayOn StreetPaved
Patio & porch
Patio
Kitchen
Breakfast BarEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Marble
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Sewer Charge, Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Interior Lot
Neighborhood — 08863
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,849 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 8.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 8,042 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 7,219 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,630 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 2,906 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 6,748 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 521 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 917 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 960 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,657 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.02 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $70,869 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $78,507 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $29,942 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $57,728 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $59,571 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.51% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8863
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Listing information last refreshed 3/18/2026. Provided courtesy of WEICHERT CO REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.