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17 N Adelaide Avenue N, Highland Park, NJ 08904

$559,999

3 beds 2 baths 1,246 sqft Built 191718 days on marketActive

About this home

A rare opportunity- 17 N Adelaide Ave blends timeless charm with thoughtful updates creating a warm, inviting home just moments downtown New Brunswick, the train to NYC and Philadelphia, Rutgers University and so much more of everything that makes this location special. Set on a picturesque, tree‑lined street, this home welcomes you with classic architectural details, sun‑filled rooms, and a layout that feels both spacious and intimate. The main level offers an effortless flow: a bright living room perfect for gatherings, a dining area made for hosting, and a beautifully updated kitchen with modern finishes while preserving the home's original character. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms provide peaceful retreats, while the updated bath combines comfort and style. Step outside to a private yard ideal for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee on the porch or hosting summer evenings under the stars, this outdoor space feels like an extension of the home. Located just blocks from downtown Highland Park, residents enjoy easy access to shops, cafes, parks and the New Brunswick train station for a quick commute to NYC or Philadelphia. The perfect blend of small‑town charm and urban convenience. 17 N Adelaide Ave isn't just a home, it's a lifestyle. Warm and welcoming- it's the kind of property buyers wait for. Showings begin 5/23/26.

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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
$5,509/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$5,237
Principal + interest$3,608
Property tax + insurance$1,419
PMI / 2nd mortgage$210
Utilities
$513
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$143
$5,509/mo TLC
Budget$6,009/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$559,999
Down payment
$28,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$531,999
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1917
Lot size
0.2435 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$10,420
MLS #
2616247R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenLaundry RoomBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullAttic
Exterior
PatioFencing/WallYard
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepAsphaltGarageDetachedDriveway
Patio & porch
Patio
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsKitchen Island
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 08904

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population13,8218,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19905.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density7,1351,137
Male6,7594,307,827147,432,321
Female7,0624,525,010151,655,844
Never Married3,4591,965,81163,775,926
Married5,8223,647,435123,120,365
Separated431391,23912,639,686
Widowed613515,17215,467,586
Divorced840529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,6813,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.432.732.60
Medial Age35.7037.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$65,051$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$86,524$83,312$63,629
P C I$35,667$30,662$24,529
M D I$53,899$52,505$41,133
A T H E$63,672$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J86.06%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8904

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