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408 Ford Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863

$499,000

4 beds 2 baths Built 19373 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this incredible motherdaughter style home, thoughtfully designed to offer the ultimate layout for multi-generational living or extended guests. From the moment you arrive, you will appreciate the peace of mind that comes with a newer roof and the expansive curb appeal of this versatile property. Inside, timeless hardwood floors flow beautifully throughout both levels, creating a warm and cohesive feel across the entire residence. The brilliant design features four spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms in total, perfectly split to offer independentliving areas. Each floor functions as its own private retreat, complete with two bedrooms, a full updated bathroom, a comfortable family room, and a fully equipped kitchen. The second floor also features the incredible convenience of a separate entrance option, allowing for complete privacy between the levels if desired. Adding even more versatility to this remarkable property is the full, partially finished basement. Already situated with multiple rooms, this lower level is ideal for a home office, gym, or recreation area, and it features seamless access capabilities that lead directly out to the property's exterior. Storage and outdoor space are abundant here. Step outside to find a spacious, fully fenced-in backyard that serves as a private oasis for weekend barbecues, gardening, or relaxing in the sun. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will fall in love with the oversized detached two-car garage, which boasts a massive additional space above that is absolutely perfect for all your seasonal storage needs. Perfectly situated for busy modern lifestyles, this home is just a short distance from local schools and major highways. Commuters will especially love the exceptionally close proximity to public transportation options that offer a direct, seamless route straight into NYC. This unique property truly combines the comfort of togetherness with the luxury of personal space!

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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
$4,884/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,571
Principal + interest$3,215
Property tax + insurance$1,169
PMI / 2nd mortgage$187
Utilities
$520
Heating + cooling$98
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$136
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Other (entertainment)
$158
$4,884/mo TLC
Budget$5,384/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$499,000
Down payment
$24,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,050
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1937
Lot size
0.1402 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiant, Radiators-Hot Water, Radiators-Steam
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$7,910
MLS #
2617235R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenBath FullDining RoomFamily RoomKitchen SecondOther Room(s)DenNoneDen/Study
Exterior
Open Porch(es)PatioEnclosed Porch(es)Yard
Parking
Concrete2 Car WidthGarageAttachedDetached
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Kitchen
Separate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Corner Lot, Level

Neighborhood — 08863

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population14,8498,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19908.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density8,0421,137
Male7,2194,307,827147,432,321
Female7,6304,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,9061,965,81163,775,926
Married6,7483,647,435123,120,365
Separated521391,23912,639,686
Widowed917515,17215,467,586
Divorced960529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,6573,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.622.732.60
Medial Age37.0237.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$70,869$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$78,507$83,312$63,629
P C I$29,942$30,662$24,529
M D I$57,728$52,505$41,133
A T H E$59,571$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J81.51%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8863

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