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299 Howard Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

$389,900

2 beds 2 baths Built 19507 days on marketActive

About this home

Charming home built in 1950, offering excellent renovation potential for the right person. The first floor features two bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious living room, and an eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet space. A walk-up attic provides the opportunity to create a third bedroom or flexible living area. The full basement includes a half bath, washer/dryer, and direct access to the back porch. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard and back patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. This property is a prime investment opportunity in New Brunswick. Ideal for those looking to add value through updates and customization. Strictly Sold As Is. Home inspection for informational purposes only

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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
$3,889/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,510
Principal + interest$2,512
Property tax + insurance$852
PMI / 2nd mortgage$146
Utilities
$599
Heating + cooling$145
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$143
$3,889/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,111/mo
Purchase price
$389,900
Down payment
$19,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$370,405
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1950
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), None
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$5,044
MLS #
2615257R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Basement
Garage
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Vaulted Ceiling(s)2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullBath MainAtticNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)PatioFencing/WallStorage ShedYard
Parking
Detached Carport1 Car WidthAsphaltAttached
Patio & porch
PorchPatio
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Level

Neighborhood — 08901

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population49,8348,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199019.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density7,9341,137
Male24,9534,307,827147,432,321
Female24,8814,525,010151,655,844
Never Married22,9711,965,81163,775,926
Married8,7313,647,435123,120,365
Separated5,376391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,261515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,527529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold13,5193,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size3.212.732.60
Medial Age24.6137.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$41,853$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$58,306$83,312$63,629
P C I$19,187$30,662$24,529
M D I$36,349$52,505$41,133
A T H E$48,230$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J83.09%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8901

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299 Howard Street · New Brunswick — $389,900 · Certihomes