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4 Jeanette Street, Carteret, NJ 07008

$599,000

3 beds 4 baths 1,668 sqft Built 191135 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully updated Colonial with a striking stucco front where charm, functionality, and lifestyle come together in one of the area's most up-and-coming, thriving communities! Perfectly situated for commuters, this home is less than 5 miles to the train, a quick 5-minute stroll to a NYC-bound bus & offers exciting future value with a ferry service arriving in 2027. With close proximity to all major roadways, this location truly delivers convenience and connectivity. Step inside through the inviting enclosed front porch, featuring recessed lighting, a wall of windows, and stylish laminate flooring an ideal sunlit retreat. The space flows seamlessly into the living room, showcasing gleaming hardwood floors, a lighted ceiling fan, and a cozy corner gas fireplace with a wood mantle. The spacious kitchen is a true centerpiece, designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Highlights include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (with a brand-new dishwasher), a tile backsplash, pantry closet, and a large center island with butcher block top, drawers, and cabinetry. A charming dining area completes the space. Just off the kitchen, a versatile bonus room with cathedral ceilings, wainscoting, and tile flooring offers endless possibilities, use it as a family room, guest bedroom, or home office. Sliding doors lead to a fully fenced backyard oasis featuring multiple concrete patios, a fire pit, koi pond (no fish), and an impressive variety of fruit-bearing trees including cherry, persimmon, peach, apricot, prunes, and grapevines. A detached two-car garage with a working pizza oven adds even more unique appeal. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with hardwood flooring. The primary suite includes a full bath with modern finishes, including a tiled stall shower with rain and handheld fixtures. The additional bedrooms are well-appointed, including one with a walk-in closet. The hall bath features full tilework, a tub/shower, and recessed lighting. The fully finished walkout basement expands your living space even further, offering a full bathroom, laundry area, flexible bonus room (currently used as a bedroom), office/storage spaces, and direct access to the backyard, ideal for extended living or recreation. This home offers exceptional value, versatility, and future upside all in a location that continues to grow in demand. Don't miss your chance to own a home that truly has it all!

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
$5,673/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$5,397
Principal + interest$3,859
Property tax + insurance$1,313
PMI / 2nd mortgage$225
Utilities
$523
Heating + cooling$100
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$136
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Other (entertainment)
$157
$5,673/mo TLC
Budget$6,173/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$599,000
Down payment
$29,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$569,050
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1911
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$8,508
MLS #
2612874R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room3 BedroomsBath FullBath MainNone
Exterior
BarbecueOpen Porch(es)CurbsPatioEnclosed Porch(es)SidewalkFencing/WallYard
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
Concrete2 Car WidthGarageDetachedDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsKitchen IslandPantryEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Full Bath
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Sewer Charge, Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Level, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 07008

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population22,9578,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199015.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density4,7471,137
Male11,2004,307,827147,432,321
Female11,7574,525,010151,655,844
Never Married5,1081,965,81163,775,926
Married8,8473,647,435123,120,365
Separated1,259391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,590515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,429529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold7,7803,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.892.732.60
Medial Age36.9237.1535.46
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 R7.00%7.00%
W C J86.06%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
7008

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4 Jeanette Street · Carteret — $599,000 · Certihomes