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78 Johnson Street, Fords, NJ 08863

$516,000

4 beds 1 baths 1,075 sqft Built 194621 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully renovated Cape Cod located in the desirable Fords section of Woodbridge Township. The home offers an inviting open floorplan where the living room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen. A dedicated eating area sits just off the kitchen, while the center island provides the perfect spot for a quick snack or morning coffee. The finished basement expands your living space and is ideal for entertaining, recreation, or a home gym. Step outside and enjoy a backyard designed for relaxation and fun the rear deck leads effortlessly to the patio and a breathtaking built-in pool, creating the perfect warm-weather retreat. Additional features include a spacious two-car garage, ideal for vehicles, projects, or extra storage. Located in a great neighborhood and just minutes from major roadways including the NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, Route 9, Route 440, and the Outerbridge Crossing that takes you into Staten Island.

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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
$5,069/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,789
Principal + interest$3,324
Property tax + insurance$1,271
PMI / 2nd mortgage$194
Utilities
$468
Heating + cooling$72
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$136
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Other (entertainment)
$158
$5,069/mo TLC
Budget$5,569/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$516,000
Down payment
$25,800 (5%)
Loan amount
$490,200
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1946
Lot size
0.1377 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$9,175
MLS #
2661630M
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenMicrowaveGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsBath MainKitchenLiving RoomNone
Exterior
CurbsDeckFencing/WallPatioSidewalk
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
2 Car WidthAsphaltDetached
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Pool
In Ground
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Flooring
See Remarks
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

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Neighborhood — 08863

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population14,8498,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19908.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density8,0421,137
Male7,2194,307,827147,432,321
Female7,6304,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,9061,965,81163,775,926
Married6,7483,647,435123,120,365
Separated521391,23912,639,686
Widowed917515,17215,467,586
Divorced960529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,6573,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.622.732.60
Medial Age37.0237.1535.46
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 R7.00%7.00%
W C J81.51%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8863

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78 Johnson Street · Fords — $516,000 · Certihomes