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506 Jansen Avenue, Avenel, NJ 07001

$549,900

3 beds 2 baths 1,444 sqft Built 19470 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod nestled in desirable Avenel (Woodbridge Twp.). This inviting home blends comfort, style, and functionality, starting with a beautifully updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a brand-new stove/oven, recessed lighting, ample cabinetry, and a center island with breakfast barperfect for casual dining or entertaining. A sliding glass door leads directly to the spacious back deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The formal dining room showcases elegant decorative molding, while the sun-filled living room offers warm wood flooring, recessed lighting, and a lovely bay window that fills the space with natural light. The main level includes a convenient first-floor primary bedroom and a tastefully renovated full bathroom. The finished basement expands your living space with a full bathroom and dedicated laundry area, ideal for guests, recreation, or a home office. Outside, enjoy fantastic curb appeal with a large front lawn and a paver walkway leading to the entrance. The oversized, fully fenced backyard is a true retreat, complete with an above-ground pool, expansive deck with grilling area, fire pit, and a generous paver patioperfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. A detached one-car garage provides additional storage and convenience. This delightful home offers the perfect balance of indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment in a great location.

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
$5,024/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,748
Principal + interest$3,542
Property tax + insurance$1,000
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Utilities
$485
Heating + cooling$81
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$136
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Other (entertainment)
$157
$5,024/mo TLC
Budget$5,524/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$549,900
Down payment
$27,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$522,405
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1947
Lot size
0.1733 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$5,405
MLS #
2614929R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Garage
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
Self Cleaning OvenDishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
Firealarm2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath MainDining Room1 BedroomAtticNone
Exterior
CurbsDeckPatioScreen/Storm WindowFencing/Wall
Community
Curbs
Parking
1 Car Width2 Cars DeepAsphaltAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Pool
Above Ground
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanKitchen IslandSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Security
Fire Alarm
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Wooded, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 07001

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population17,2638,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199016.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density5,0371,137
Male9,9564,307,827147,432,321
Female7,3074,525,010151,655,844
Never Married4,0391,965,81163,775,926
Married6,0243,647,435123,120,365
Separated1,983391,23912,639,686
Widowed812515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,138529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,0783,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.762.732.60
Medial Age35.4837.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$62,573$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$68,833$83,312$63,629
P C I$24,672$30,662$24,529
M D I$51,674$52,505$41,133
A T H E$54,503$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J74.56%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
7001

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Listing information last refreshed 5/5/2026. Provided courtesy of BHHS FOX & ROACH REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

506 Jansen Avenue · Avenel — $549,900 · Certihomes