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308 Forsgate Drive, Monroe, NJ 08831

$715,000

3 beds 2 baths 2,389 sqft Built 196721 days on marketActive

About this home

This charming North facing 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathroom family house in Monroe township offers a blend of classic character and incredible potential for the savvy buyer. Featuring approx. 2500 sf, 1 car garage and basement, the home has received thoughtful improvements, just awaits your creative vision to complete its modern transformation. The standout feature is the sprawling 0.68-acre flat backyard, providing a rare, expansive canvas for gardening, entertaining, playground, or future expansions. Perfectly situated near major highways (95, 130, 33) and medical offices, the property offers convenience with lower property taxes. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the prime location, as the property is perfectly positioned near multiple parks and several premier golf courses (see map picture), offering endless recreations just minutes from your door. This serene setting, combined with the home's large backyard, makes it a rare find for those who value green space and privacy. Inside, the sizable eat-in kitchen that has been refreshed with new tiled flooring, updated countertops, and fresh accessories to offer a head start on your renovations. The layout provides a functional and cozy flow, featuring the living room with fireplace, separated dining room overlooking the backyard, two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level which is ideal for multi-generation living. The entire second level is the primary ensuite with large bedroom, multiple closets and renovated master bath. Wood flooring throughout and new garage door with opener was installed for connivence. With its blend of large lot, lower property taxes, easy highway access, and proximity to outdoor life, restaurants and medical offices, this home is a high-potential gem in a truly sought-after Monroe neighborhood. Showing starts on May 4th, 2026.

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Your estimated payment
$6,795/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$6,540
Principal + interest$4,606
Property tax + insurance$1,666
PMI / 2nd mortgage$268
Utilities
$584
Heating + cooling$130
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$127
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Other (entertainment)
$158
$6,795/mo TLC
Budget$7,295/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$715,000
Down payment
$35,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$679,250
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Other
Year built
1967
Lot size
0.68 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$11,147
MLS #
2614236R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance Foyer2 BedroomsKitchenBath FullDining RoomFamily Room1 BedroomNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)Enclosed Porch(es)
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetached
Patio & porch
PorchEnclosed
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

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Neighborhood — 08831

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population41,3788,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199039.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density8471,137
Male19,4314,307,827147,432,321
Female21,9474,525,010151,655,844
Never Married5,5571,965,81163,775,926
Married21,6803,647,435123,120,365
Separated1,293391,23912,639,686
Widowed4,503515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,925529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold17,4823,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.302.732.60
Medial Age47.0837.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$66,482$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$85,196$83,312$63,629
P C I$36,960$30,662$24,529
M D I$54,931$52,505$41,133
A T H E$62,833$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J76.25%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8831

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308 Forsgate Drive · Monroe — $715,000 · Certihomes