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89 Van Buren Avenue #2, Metuchen, NJ 08840

$2,500

3 beds 1 baths Built 19621 days on marketActive

About this home

A commuter's dream, this property is located just 1.3 miles from the Metuchen Train Station, providing a direct and efficient commute via NJ Transit to NYC. The location is also conveniently situated with easy access to Routes 287 and 27, as well as the Garden State Parkway. Experience comfortable living in this spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom second-floor residence. The thoughtfully designed layout features a sun-drenched living room that flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, providing an ideal setup for both daily routines and quiet evenings. The kitchen is a functional highlight, offering abundant counter space and cabinetry for all your culinary needs. This home offers the added convenience of separate access to a dedicated washer and dryer. Situated on a peaceful cul-de-sac with minimal through-traffic, the property provides a serene suburban feel while maintaining assigned off-street driveway parking.

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
$396/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$23
Principal + interest$16
Property tax + insurance$6
PMI / 2nd mortgage$1
Utilities
$333
Heating + cooling$30
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$157
$396/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$4,604/mo
Purchase price
$2,500
Down payment
$125 (5%)
Loan amount
$2,375
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Apartment
Style
1/2 Duplex, Two Story
Year built
1962
Lot size
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
MLS #
2613663R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Garage

Home features

Appliances
Self Cleaning OvenDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherStove/OvenMicrowave OvenWasher/DryerElectric Water HeaterGas Water Heater
Parking
AttachedDetachedOff SiteDrivewayOn SitePaved
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Sewer
Public Sewer

Neighborhood — 08840

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population12,5058,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19908.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density3,9731,137
Male6,1484,307,827147,432,321
Female6,3574,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,4091,965,81163,775,926
Married5,9623,647,435123,120,365
Separated248391,23912,639,686
Widowed685515,17215,467,586
Divorced714529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold4,6383,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.692.732.60
Medial Age38.8337.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$91,148$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$116,452$83,312$63,629
P C I$43,580$30,662$24,529
M D I$71,699$52,505$41,133
A T H E$78,902$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J78.69%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8840

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89 Van Buren Avenue #2 · Metuchen — $2,500 · Certihomes