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38 Cherrywood Drive, Franklin Twsp, NJ 08873

$445,000

2 beds 3 baths 1,445 sqft Built 198419 days on marketActive

About this home

Northeast-facing, bright and spacious 2-bedroom end-unit townhome featuring an open floor plan and abundant natural light throughout. A private patio with trellis walkway provides additional outdoor living space for relaxation and entertaining. Vaulted ceilings enhance the main living area, which includes an wood fireplace. The kitchen overlooks the dining area, creating a functional layout for everyday living. Each bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and generous closet space. A newer full-size washer and dryer (2023) are included. Exterior improvements completed by the HOA in 2023 include a new roof and siding. The current monthly HOA fee of $420. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping, healthcare facilities, and Rutgers University. Buyers are encouraged to verify all HOA fees, amenities, and community information.

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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 4% APR.

Your estimated payment
$3,992/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,078
Principal + interest$2,018
Property tax + insurance$1,473
HOA$420
PMI / 2nd mortgage$167
Utilities
$536
Heating + cooling$106
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$158
$3,992/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,008/mo
Purchase price
$445,000
Down payment
$22,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$422,750
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Townhouse, Condo/TH
Style
Townhouse, End Unit
Year built
1984
Lot size
0.0424 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
$420 / Monthly
Annual tax
$7,147
MLS #
2616034R
County
Somerset

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Garage (1)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
SkylightKitchenLaundry RoomLibrary/OfficeBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily RoomUtility Room2 BedroomsBath FullNone
Exterior
Patio
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageAttachedGarage Door OpenerDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
Patio
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
1st FloorTwo SinksFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Corner Lot

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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