Closed$650,000
TLC ≈ $5,478/mo
4 3 2,008 sqft
448 Hillside Avenue, Piscataway, NJ 08854
460 Elwood Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854
$899,900
4 beds 3 baths 3,057 sqft Built 19783 days on marketActive
About this home
Nestled at the end of a quiet no-through street, this impressive 3, 000+ sq. ft. home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and convenience. Backing and siding to a beautiful wooded lot, the property provides a peaceful natural setting while remaining just minutes from Route 287, shopping, dining, and schools.Designed for comfortable living and entertaining, the home features an expanded kitchen and dining area, a spacious first-floor office, and three wood-burning fireplaces that add warmth and character throughout. A dramatic circular staircase creates a stunning focal point, while the semi-finished basement recreation room offers additional space for gatherings, hobbies, or relaxation. The oversized primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a private sitting room that can easily serve as a fifth bedroom, nursery, fitness room, or second home office. Generous room sizes throughout provide flexibility for today's lifestyle.Outside, enjoy a large deck overlooking the tranquil wooded surroundings, creating the perfect setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or peaceful mornings with nature.Additional highlights include vinyl siding, a two-car garage, central vacuum, a new roof '23, and a new furnace '25. Located in a sought-after neighborhood, this home combines timeless architectural details, exceptional living space, and a private wooded backdrop with easy access to major commuting routes and everyday conveniences.
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
$8,436/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $8,223
- Utilities
- $635
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$5,797
Property tax + insurance$2,089
PMI / 2nd mortgage$337
Heating + cooling$156
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$8,936/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$899,900
Down payment
$44,995 (5%)
Loan amount
$854,905
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1978
Lot size
0.6313 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$13,923
MLS #
2616972R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDisposalGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsCentral VacuumDrapes-See RemarksShades-ExistingEntrance FoyerKitchenLaundry RoomLibrary/OfficeBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsBath MainBath OtherOther Room(s)Attic
Exterior
DeckFencing/WallStorage Shed
Parking
Concrete2 Car WidthGarageAttachedGarage Door OpenerDriveway
Patio & porch
Deck
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Breakfast BarEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Sitting AreaTwo SinksFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Dead - End Street, Level, Wooded
Neighborhood — 08854
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 54,512 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 9.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,854 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 27,276 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 27,236 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 13,530 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 23,487 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 2,901 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,843 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,599 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,718 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.82 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 33.43 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $78,885 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $87,948 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $30,304 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $63,256 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $64,485 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 79.32% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8854
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Listing information last refreshed 6/9/2026. Provided courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.