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489 Plainfield Road, Edison, NJ 08820

$1,420,000

5 beds 4 baths 3,181 sqft Built 19969 days on marketActive

About this home

Exceptional East-Facing Colonial in North Edison with over 3100 sq. ft. of beautifully designed living space! This impressive home features 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, offering an ideal blend of comfort, functionality, and elegance. The open-concept floor plan creates a seamless flow throughout the home, providing abundant space for both everyday living and entertaining. Large windows fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The inviting family room with a fireplace opens to a spacious granite kitchen featuring a center island and sliding doors leading to the deck perfect for indoor-outdoor living. A standout feature of the home is the circular driveway, enhancing both curb appeal and convenience. The first floor includes a bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a newly updated spa-like bathroom featuring a magnificent Jacuzzi tub and elegant tile finishes. Skylights with smart blinds add additional charm and modern convenience. The enormous finished basement is a true bonus, featuring a large open recreation area, a second kitchen, two spacious rooms, a full bathroom, and a dedicated home theater room. Built with quality craftsmanship and architectural detail, this home is located in a highly desirable neighborhood. Additional highlights include an oversized garage with finished workspace, brick-front exterior, hardwood and tile flooring throughout, two-zone heating and cooling, and a recently updated roof (2025). This exceptional home truly has it all. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning North Edison property your new home!

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Your estimated payment
$10,087/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$10,084
Principal + interest$6,440
Property tax + insurance$3,111
PMI / 2nd mortgage$533
Utilities
$621
Heating + cooling$156
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$143
$10,087/mo TLC
Budget$10,587/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$1,420,000
Down payment
$71,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$1,349,000
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1996
Lot size
0.5589 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$20,544
MLS #
2616710R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
1 BedroomKitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath FullDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsBath MainAttic
Exterior
BarbecuePatio
Parking
ConcreteCircular DrivewayGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDriveway
Patio & porch
Patio
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsKitchen Exhaust FanKitchen IslandPantryEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Sitting AreaTwo SinksFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Spa
Bath
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train

Neighborhood — 08820

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population37,7838,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199017.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density3,7011,137
Male18,4934,307,827147,432,321
Female19,2904,525,010151,655,844
Never Married7,1341,965,81163,775,926
Married19,1763,647,435123,120,365
Separated964391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,631515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,492529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold13,0043,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.892.732.60
Medial Age38.1937.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$94,564$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$117,743$83,312$63,629
P C I$41,177$30,662$24,529
M D I$73,641$52,505$41,133
A T H E$79,251$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J86.65%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8820

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489 Plainfield Road · Edison — $1,420,000 · Certihomes