Closed$559,000
TLC ≈ $4,778/mo
3 3 1,555 sqft
78 Wooten Court, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
36 Raritan Avenue, South River, NJ 08882
$450,000
2 beds 2 baths 1,139 sqft Built 193013 days on marketActive
About this home
Nestled in the heart of South River, this charming colonial is filled with warmth, character, and inviting living spaces throughout. Offering 2 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this well-maintained home combines timeless charm with everyday comfort. The updated eat-in kitchen features a beautiful tile backsplash, ample cabinetry, and plenty of space for casual dining, making it the perfect place to gather. The first floor also offers a bright and welcoming living room, a formal dining room ideal for entertaining, and a sun-drenched Florida room surrounded by windows, creating the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. A convenient half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light along with a full bath. The basement provides laundry facilities, additional storage, and extra functional space. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced-in backyard perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, pets, or play, along with a detached 1-car garage for added convenience. Ideally located close to shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and major highways, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and convenience in a highly desirable 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
$4,335/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,996
- Utilities
- $554
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$2,899
Property tax + insurance$928
PMI / 2nd mortgage$169
Heating + cooling$115
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$665/mo
Purchase price
$450,000
Down payment
$22,500 (5%)
Loan amount
$427,500
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1930
Lot size
0.0918 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant, Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$5,743
MLS #
2616390R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomOther Room(s)Dining Room3 BedroomsBath FullAttic
Exterior
Fencing/WallYard
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetached
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Interior Lot
Neighborhood — 08882
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,067 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 12.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,534 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 6,499 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 6,568 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 2,948 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 5,628 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 407 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 687 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 792 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 4,777 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.73 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.15 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $57,692 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $65,642 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $24,056 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $48,231 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $52,683 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 75.36% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8882
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Listing information last refreshed 5/26/2026. Provided courtesy of ORANGE KEY REALTY, INC. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.