Closed$2,700
TLC ≈ $608/mo
2 2 1,440 sqft
164 Austin Avenue, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
3 Driftwood Court, Monroe, NJ 08831
$875,000
4 beds 3 baths 2,590 sqft Built 19831 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained traditional Center Hall Colonial, ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac. Set on approximately three-quarters of an acre of professionally manicured grounds, this home offers timeless appeal, generous living space, and exceptional attention to detail throughout. A spacious foyer with double entry doors, a large coat closet and tiled flooring creates a warm first impression. The flexible first-floor layout features spacious living and entertaining areas accented by custom window treatments, engineered hardwood floors, and multiple French doors that fill the home with natural light. The eat-in kitchen is equipped with Corian countertops and ample cabinetry, while the adjacent laundry/utility room provides everyday convenience and direct access to the oversized two-car garage and outdoor living space. Upstairs, the primary suite offers two closets, including a walk-in closet with custom organizers, along with access to the updated main bath. Three additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family, guests, or work-from-home needs. Additional storage is available in the easily accessible attic with new pull-down stairs. Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring a paver patio, tranquil koi pond with waterfall, and a charming cottage-style storage shed surrounded by mature landscaping. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major commuting routes, this home is also served by the highly regarded Monroe Township school system, making it an exceptional opportunity for today's buyer.
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
$8,002/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,805
- Utilities
- $588
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$5,637
Property tax + insurance$1,840
PMI / 2nd mortgage$328
Heating + cooling$132
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$8,502/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$875,000
Down payment
$43,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$831,250
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Custom Home, Two Story
Year built
1983
Lot size
0.7574 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$11,418
MLS #
2662191M
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
Self Cleaning OvenDishwasherDisposalDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsDrapes-See RemarksShades-ExistingDining RoomBath HalfFamily RoomStorageEntrance FoyerKitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomUtility Room4 BedroomsBath MainBath FullNone
Exterior
Door(s)-Storm/ScreenLawn SprinklersPatioStorage ShedYard
Parking
2 Car Width3 Cars DeepAsphaltAttachedGarage Door OpenerOversized
Patio & porch
Patio
Pool
None
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenGranite/Corian CountertopsPantry
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Dressing RoomFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Cul-De-Sac, Level, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 08831
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 41,378 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 39.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 847 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,431 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 21,947 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,557 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 21,680 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,293 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 4,503 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,925 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,482 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.30 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 47.08 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $66,482 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $85,196 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $36,960 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $54,931 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,833 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 76.25% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8831
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Listing information last refreshed 6/13/2026. Provided courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.