Closed$1,850
TLC ≈ $265/mo
2 1 896 sqft
16 Yates Avenue #18, South River, NJ 08882
20 Fairfield Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
$599,000
4 beds 2 baths 1,649 sqft Built 195413 days on marketClosed
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod nestled in the heart of East Brunswick, one of Central New Jersey's most desirable and commuter-friendly communities. Offering a flexible layout, thoughtful updates, and abundant living space, this home is ready for its next chapter. The inviting dining room welcomes you with gleaming hardwood floors and a charming bay window, while the spacious eat-in kitchen features 42-inch oak cabinetry, pull-out shelving, Lazy Susans, pantry storage, recessed lighting, and newer stainless steel appliances. Kitchen flows freely into living room offering brand-new carpeting, a gas fireplace with wood mantel and entrance to a wrap around porch to enjoy many hours of leisure. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath are conveniently located on the main level, including a primary bedroom with dual closets and crown molding. Spacious laundry room located directly off kitchen w/plenty of storage and entry to the backyard. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and a large walk-in attic offering exceptional storage or future expansion possibilities. The finished basement provides versatile bonus space perfect for a family room, recreation area, home office, or gym. Featuring ThermalDry Elite plank flooring and built-in shelving, this level adds tremendous value and functionality. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard complete with a deck, paver patio, koi pond, and storage shedan ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. Additional highlights include waterproof vinyl plank flooring, newer LG washer and dryer, ample storage throughout, and a prime location close to shopping, restaurants, parks, major highways, NYC transportation, and East Brunswick's highly regarded schools.
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
$5,855/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,559
- Utilities
- $580
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,859
Property tax + insurance$1,475
PMI / 2nd mortgage$225
Heating + cooling$128
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$6,355/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$599,000
Down payment
$29,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$569,050
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1954
Lot size
0.2617 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$10,465
MLS #
2611698R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
SkylightEntrance Foyer2 BedroomsKitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath FullDining RoomAtticBeamed CeilingsStorage
Exterior
Open Porch(es)CurbsPatioEnclosed Porch(es)Storage ShedYard
Community
Curbs
Parking
2 Car WidthAsphaltDrivewayOn StreetPaved
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
PantryEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Sewer Charge, Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, 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 INNOVATION via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.