Closed$710,000
TLC ≈ $5,462/mo
0 3 2,065 sqft
23 Leick Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
243 E Cherry Street E, Carteret, NJ 07008
$524,999
2 beds 2 baths 1,256 sqft Built 195512 days on marketClosed
About this home
Beautifully maintained ranch-style home offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with the potential for a 3rd bedroom or denperfect for flexible living. Major big-ticket items have been updated, including a newer roof with warranty, AC approximately 5 years old, and a boiler just over a year old, providing peace of mind for years to come. This home features a fully finished basement complete with a second kitchen and full bathroomideal for multi-generational living, extended guests, or additional living space. Enjoy outdoor living with a private fenced yard, deck, patio, and a attached garage. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and public transportation, and just moments from Carteret Ave, making commuting and daily errands a breeze. A fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking comfort, updates, and versatility in a prime 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
$5,029/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,746
- Utilities
- $481
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$3,382
Property tax + insurance$1,167
PMI / 2nd mortgage$197
Heating + cooling$79
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,529/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$524,999
Down payment
$26,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$498,749
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1955
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,766
MLS #
2610938R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullDenStorageDining RoomNone
Exterior
BarbecueDeckPatioFencing/Wall
Parking
2 Car WidthGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDriveway
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Kitchen
2nd KitchenGranite/Corian CountertopsKitchen Exhaust FanEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Dining L
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Level
Neighborhood — 07008
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,957 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 15.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,747 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 11,200 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 11,757 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,108 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 8,847 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,259 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,590 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,429 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 7,780 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.89 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.92 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $53,973 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $61,282 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $21,545 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $45,382 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $50,129 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 86.06% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7008
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Listing information last refreshed 3/21/2026. Provided courtesy of HALO REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.