Closed$749,000
TLC ≈ $5,844/mo
4 3 2,368 sqft
12 Holmes Avenue, Monroe, NJ 08831
4 Madeline Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
$529,000
3 beds 1 baths 1,220 sqft Built 195026 days on marketActive
About this home
This charming ranch-style home offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, making it an ideal retreat for anyone seeking a cozy living space, perhaps their first home. With three spacious bedrooms and a well-appointed full bathroom, this residence is designed for both relaxation and entertaining. The hardwood flooring throughout this home, adds warmth and character, and the combination basement provides a potential for additional living space for storage and a creative workshop. The basement is plumbed for full bathroom. Step outside to enjoy peaceful back yard that enhances the home's curb appeal, and take advantage of the ample driveway parking for up to four vehicles. A shed offers extra storage for gardening tools or outdoor equipment, ensuring your space remains tidy and organized. Located in a vibrant community, this home is surrounded by local parks and recreational areas, perfect for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls but is also close to main highways and shopping.The neighborhood boasts excellent public services and is conveniently situated near schools, making it a great place to settle down. Experience the warmth of this inviting home and the benefits of a friendly community that truly feels like home.
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
$5,098/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,801
- Utilities
- $528
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,408
Property tax + insurance$1,195
PMI / 2nd mortgage$198
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$5,598/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$529,000
Down payment
$26,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$502,550
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1950
Lot size
0.1499 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,079
MLS #
2617483R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherElectric Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeGas Water Heater
Interior
Cedar Closet(s)1 Bedroom2 Bedrooms3 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomDenDining RoomAttic
Exterior
Storage Shed
Parking
3 Cars DeepAdditional ParkingDrivewayOn Street
Kitchen
Country Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Wooded
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 6/11/2026. Provided courtesy of BHHS FOX & ROACH REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.