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174 Runyon Avenue, Franklin, NJ 08873

$459,900

3 beds 2 baths 1,326 sqft Built 19638 days on marketActive

About this home

Highest & Best due 6pm on Tuesday May 12th. Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedrooms 2 baths Ranch fully remodeled in 2016, offering modern finishes and efficient systems throughout. Updates include new roof, new windows, high-efficiency heating and central air conditioning all done in 2016, Tankless Water Heater installed in 2026. The main level features refinished hardwood floors and an open-concept kitchen equipped with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, center island with a breakfast bar. Bright living and dining areas provide a comfortable, seamless layout. The full finished basement adds significant living space, including a large recreation room, full bathroom, laundry/utility workshop, and a flex room ideal as a possible 4th bedroom, office, or guest suite. Situated on a spacious corner lot, the property offers a large fenced in, open yard with plenty of outdoor potential. A great alternative to condo or townhome living, providing privacy and space without excessive maintenance. The owners have Solar Panels and a Power Purchase Agreement with a solar company, significantly reducing energy bills. Convenient location to the New Brunswick Train station, Highways, Rutgers University, St. Peter's and Robertwood Johnson Hospital. This home is move-in ready and will not disappoint. Indoor and outdoor cameras on the property. Offer Accepted, no more showings.

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
$4,478/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,153
Principal + interest$2,963
Property tax + insurance$1,018
PMI / 2nd mortgage$172
Utilities
$528
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$158
$4,478/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$522/mo
Purchase price
$459,900
Down payment
$22,995 (5%)
Loan amount
$436,905
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1963
Lot size
0.1561 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$6,630
MLS #
2615203R
County
Somerset

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherElectric Water HeaterGas Water Heater
Interior
3 BedroomsKitchenBath FullAtticNone
Exterior
Door(s)-Storm/ScreenFencing/WallStorage ShedYard
Parking
1 Car WidthDrivewayOn Street
Pool
None
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarKitchen IslandEat-in Kitchen
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Train, Corner Lot, Wooded, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 08873

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population39,9238,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199014.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density1,2171,137
Male19,2524,307,827147,432,321
Female20,6714,525,010151,655,844
Never Married9,3891,965,81163,775,926
Married16,7163,647,435123,120,365
Separated1,619391,23912,639,686
Widowed2,239515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,415529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold14,8583,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.622.732.60
Medial Age37.6137.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$77,737$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$84,348$83,312$63,629
P C I$32,104$30,662$24,529
M D I$62,455$52,505$41,133
A T H E$62,776$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J81.56%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8873

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174 Runyon Avenue · Franklin — $459,900 · Certihomes