CCertihomes
726 New Brunswick Road, NJ 08873

$650,000

4 beds 2 baths 1,839 sqft Built 197545 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and updated 4 bedroom, 2 full bath Cape Cod in desirable Somerset, perfectly situated across from preserved farmland offering peaceful views and a quiet setting. Seller is offering a $10, 000 CREDIT toward NEW SIDING! This spacious home features hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a flexible layout with plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, pantry storage, and opens nicely to the main living spaces. The large family room showcases high ceilings, abundant natural light, and an electric fireplace creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Sliding glass doors lead to the deck and huge fenced backyard, providing excellent outdoor space for entertaining, pets, play, or relaxing evenings at home. The first floor includes 2 generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, offering convenient one floor living possibilities. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms, another full bath, and a loft area ideal for a home office, sitting area, playroom, or additional flex space. Additional highlights include central air, public utilities, attached garage, oversized driveway with space for approximately 5 cars, storage shed, wood flooring throughout much of the home, and newer HVAC. Conveniently located near Rutgers University, shopping, restaurants, major highways, and nearby train stations for commuters. A rare opportunity to own a spacious home with beautiful views, a large yard, and an excellent Somerset location.

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Your estimated payment
$6,127/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$5,846
Principal + interest$4,187
Property tax + insurance$1,415
PMI / 2nd mortgage$244
Utilities
$584
Heating + cooling$130
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$158
$6,127/mo TLC
Budget$6,627/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$650,000
Down payment
$32,500 (5%)
Loan amount
$617,500
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1975
Lot size
0.3547 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
A/C Central - Some
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$9,105
MLS #
2661890M
County
Somerset

At a glance

Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsBath MainDining RoomLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath FullLoftOther Room(s)Attic
Exterior
CurbsDeckStorage Shed
Community
Curbs
Parking
2 Car Width
Patio & porch
Deck
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Level

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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