Closed$475,000
TLC ≈ $3,960/mo
3 2 1,460 sqft
42 John Street, Helmetta, NJ 08828
177 Buckelew Avenue, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
$549,900
3 beds 2 baths 1,760 sqft Built 19200 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this well maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial offering comfort, functionality, and great bonus features. The home boasts vinyl flooring throughout and updated bathrooms, providing a modern touch. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinetry, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A full basement offers additional storage or potential living space. Step outside to a fenced backyard featuring a deck, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. A standout feature of this property is the oversized 2 car detached garage, complete with heating and a dedicated office space, ideal for a workshop, home business, or additional workspace. Don't miss this versatile home with plenty of value and potential!
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
$5,377/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,077
- Utilities
- $550
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,542
Property tax + insurance$1,329
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Heating + cooling$113
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$5,877/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$549,900
Down payment
$27,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$522,405
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1920
Lot size
0.1928 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant, Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$9,174
MLS #
2617378R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)Yard
Parking
2 Car WidthGarageDetached
Patio & porch
Porch
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Interior Lot
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 6/16/2026. Provided courtesy of ORANGE KEY REALTY, INC. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.