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23 Douglass Drive, South Brunswick, NJ 08540

$998,000

4 beds 3 baths 2,225 sqft Built 197942 days on marketClosed

About this home

Princeton Woods South Brunswick Twp, Princeton mailing address 0.71 acres EV charger Covered patio roof extension with electric 2021 Permitted finished basement 2020 HVAC 2022. A rare blend of polished updates and resort-style outdoor living, 23 Douglass Drive in Princeton Woods is designed to make everyday moments feel elevated. Set on a fully fenced 0.71-acre lot, this 4-bedroom home offers 2 full baths plus a powder room and 2, 225 sq ft, anchored by a 2-car side-entry garage and a welcoming covered front porch reached by a paver walkway. Inside, the foyer makes a crisp first impression with Bruce hardwood flooring (2024). The bay-window in the living room is bright and inviting, and the restored hardwood flooring flows seamlessly into the formal dining room for effortless entertaining. The renovated kitchen is the centerpiece, featuring white cabinetry (2022), quartz countertops (2022), and porcelain flooring (2024), plus an updated dishwasher (2021) and refrigerator (2019). Just off the kitchen, the sunlit breakfast area opens through sliders to the deck, perfect for grilling, outdoor dining, and easy indoor-outdoor flow. The family room delivers comfort and character with a fireplace, finished Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring (2023), built-ins, and a second slider that leads to a permitted covered patio with roof extension and electrical (2021). From there, the backyard experience truly shines. A sandstone patio extension creates a destination for gatherings, complete with a curved sitting wall and column lighting, plus raised garden beds ready for organic gardening. A shed and swing set add function and fun, while the fencing frames a yard built for play, pets, and privacy. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are enhanced with 'Closet factory' custom closets with lifetime warranty (2023) - 'roller shades from Bali and cellular shades from Allen and Roth'. Both full bathrooms have been renovated and feature updated fixtures. The fully permitted finished basement (2020) expands the living area with a rec or media lounge, gym area, kids play area, walkin pantry, and a bonus room with built-in cupboards and shelving ideal for office, guest room, or organized storage, plus additional storage areas. Additional improvements include new garage doors with smart openers (2021), gutters with gutter guards (2021), 9-zone app-controlled irrigation (2021), garage epoxy flooring and paint (2020), washer and dryer (2023), a generator with dedicated main-circuit switch, and exterior siding professionally painted (2025). Minutes to Palmer Square, Princeton University and public transportation, with South Brunswick Township location and a Princeton mailing address. Highly regarded South Brunswick School District serves the area.

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Your estimated payment
$9,082/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$8,957
Principal + interest$6,429
Property tax + insurance$2,154
PMI / 2nd mortgage$374
Utilities
$567
Heating + cooling$122
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$112
Car insurance + maintenance$112
Other (entertainment)
$157
$9,082/mo TLC
Budget$9,582/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$998,000
Down payment
$49,900 (5%)
Loan amount
$948,100
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1979
Lot size
0.709 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$14,062
MLS #
2612110R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerKitchenLaundry RoomBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsBath MainBath SecondNone
Exterior
DeckPatio
Parking
AsphaltGarageAttached
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Separate Dining Area
Dining
Dining L
Master bedroom
Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Wood, See Remarks
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

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Neighborhood — 08540

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population50,4288,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199059.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density9501,137
Male25,0554,307,827147,432,321
Female25,3734,525,010151,655,844
Never Married8,9551,965,81163,775,926
Married21,6663,647,435123,120,365
Separated6,664391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,981515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,234529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold16,7383,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.562.732.60
Medial Age34.9437.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$107,861$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$152,488$83,312$63,629
P C I$53,569$30,662$24,529
M D I$82,440$52,505$41,133
A T H E$96,288$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J85.36%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8540

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23 Douglass Drive · South Brunswick — $998,000 · Certihomes