$579,900
About this home
Welcome to 204 Marlin Drive in Fords, NJ a spacious Colonial-style home set on a desirable corner lot with an oversized two-car garage. This inviting residence features four bedrooms, one and a half baths, and approximately 1, 551 square feet of living space. Recent upgrades include newly refinished hardwood floors, brand new interior hardwood doors and trim, and new windows that will be installed within the next 30 days (excluding the living room window). The ductwork has also been recently cleaned, offering peace of mind and improved air quality. A basement with an exterior entrance provides excellent storage or potential for future finishing, and all appliances are included in as-is condition. Conveniently located in the heart of Middlesex County, this home offers easy access to major highways and public transportation, while being close to schools, shopping, dining, and local amenities. Subject to the seller's relocation, this Colonial gem combines modern updates with strong bones, making it the perfect canvas to add your own personal touches and create the home you've been looking for
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- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,337
- Utilities
- $470
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
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Near Shopping, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
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% |
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Listing information last refreshed 4/10/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX SELECT via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.