Closed$579,000
TLC ≈ $4,729/mo
3 2 1,594 sqft
27 Fraley Drive, Franklin, NJ 08873
44 Drake Road, NJ 08873
$679,999
3 beds 3 baths 2,123 sqft Built 19630 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained split-level home offering 8 spacious rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms in a desirable Somerset neighborhood. This move-in-ready residence features an inviting open floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and generous living spaces designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The heart of the home is the stunning, fully updated eat-in kitchen featuring rich cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a custom mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and an abundance of storage and workspace. The expansive living and dining areas flow seamlessly together, creating the perfect setting for gatherings of any size. The home offers three well-appointed bedrooms and beautifully updated bathrooms with modern vanities, stylish tilework, and contemporary finishes. Additional living space provides flexibility for a family room, home office, recreation area, or guest accommodations. Step outside to a spacious backyard with a patio and plenty of room for entertaining, play, gardening, or future outdoor enhancements. The professionally landscaped exterior, covered front entry, attached garage, and oversized driveway add to the home's curb appeal and functionality. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, Rutgers University, major highways, and commuter routes, this exceptional home combines space, updates, and location in one outstanding package.
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
$6,504/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $6,217
- Utilities
- $618
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$4,381
Property tax + insurance$1,581
PMI / 2nd mortgage$255
Heating + cooling$147
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$7,004/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$679,999
Down payment
$34,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$645,999
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level
Year built
1963
Lot size
0.2296 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$10,628
MLS #
2662253M
County
Somerset
At a glance
Air conditioning
Garage (1)
Home features
Appliances
DryerRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Bath FullFamily RoomLaundry RoomUtility RoomDining RoomKitchenLiving Room3 BedroomsBath Main
Parking
2 Car WidthAttached
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Level
Neighborhood — 08873
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,923 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 14.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 1,217 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,252 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 20,671 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 9,389 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 16,716 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,619 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,239 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,415 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 14,858 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.61 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $77,737 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $84,348 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $32,104 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $62,455 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,776 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.56% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8873
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Listing information last refreshed 6/12/2026. Provided courtesy of DANIEL PUJOLS REALTY, LLC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.