Closed$749,000
TLC ≈ $5,844/mo
4 3 2,368 sqft
12 Holmes Avenue, Monroe, NJ 08831
40 Independence Drive, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
$799,990
4 beds 4 baths 2,653 sqft Built 19696 days on marketClosed
About this home
Discover this stunning and sunny, unique residence nestled in the coveted Colonial Oaks community. This house boasts polished wooden floors. The spacious living room has a bay window offering abundant unfiltered light. Savor nightly meals in the elegant dining room. Prepare your preferred dishes in the updated eat-in gourmet kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and extensive countertop space. Unwind in the cozy family room, featuring a warming fireplace and bay window. A dedicated home office (potential 5th bedroom), an accessible laundry room, and a powder room complete this level. Upstairs, find the magnificent primary suite with a walk-in closet and a private bath. Three ample bedrooms and the hall bath featuring twin sinks are ideal for family or guests. A huge basement awaits, offering space for a potential recreation room/home gym, utility room, and secure storage area. Step outside to a personal oasis. The tree-lined yard offers an expansive deck and patio, perfect for hosting or tranquil moments listening to the birds. Well-positioned for convenience, this home provides proximity to NYC buses and access to critical routes like Route 18, Route 1, and the NJ Turnpike. Close to houses of worship. Explore adjacent Downtown New Brunswick and Rutgers University, plus hospitals, enjoying simple access to shopping, dining, and leisure amenities. Experience the pinnacle of living with East Brunswick's renowned, award-winning Schools at your doorstep.
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
$8,143/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,898
- Utilities
- $628
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$5,154
Property tax + insurance$2,444
PMI / 2nd mortgage$300
Heating + cooling$152
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$8,643/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$799,990
Down payment
$40,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$759,991
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1969
Lot size
0.5551 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Zoned, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$19,441
MLS #
2614131R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerKitchenLaundry RoomLibrary/OfficeBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsBath FullBath MainNone
Exterior
Lawn SprinklersDeckPatioYard
Parking
2 Car WidthGarageAttached
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, See Remarks, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 08816
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 51,133 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 17.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,421 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 24,969 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 26,164 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 9,000 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 25,800 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,198 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,344 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,204 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,852 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.85 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 38.66 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $86,786 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $104,879 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $36,929 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $68,802 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $72,998 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.81% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8816
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Listing information last refreshed 6/4/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.