Closed$489,900
TLC ≈ $3,970/mo
2 1 904 sqft
14 Elmer Avenue, Monroe, NJ 08831
26 Sidney Avenue, Spotswood, NJ 08884
$500,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,320 sqft Built 19630 days on marketActive
About this home
26 Sidney Ave, Spotswood, NJ 08884 Welcome home to this charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence located on a quiet street in the heart of Spotswood. Offering a spacious layout with 1, 320 square feet and plenty of room both inside and out, this home is perfect for those who are looking for a first home and are seeking comfort, convenience, and value. The main level features bright living spaces, a cozy kitchen, three comfortable bedrooms and a den/office space. Downstairs, you'll find a large half-finished basement that provides excellent flexibility for a recreation room, gym, workshop, and/or additional storage. Step outside to enjoy the inviting backyard, ideal for entertaining, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing. The large, covered, deck offers the perfect space for summer barbecues and outdoor gatherings. Two storage sheds provide ample room for tools, lawn equipment, and seasonal items. Additional highlights include: Recently upgraded electrical service - 200 Amps Full bath has DUAL Jolie premium filter shower heads Large Half-Finished Basement including oversized washer and dryer Large Half-Finished Basement including oversized washer and dryer Built-in custom butcher block desk in the office offers space for the largest monitors, keyboards, and tech. Spacious Backyard with gorgeous landscaping Deck for Outdoor Entertaining Two Storage Sheds Convenient Location Near Parks, Schools, Shopping, and Major Commuter Routes - only 15 minutes from Old Bridge Park and Ride, providing 24/7 New Jersey Transit service to Port Authority New York. Local bus 138 runs through Spotswood as a morning and evening weekday commuter to NY Port Authority. Short distance to the newly renovated/reopened (May 20206) East Spotswood Park, great for kids, teens, and pets. Two minute drive to Route 18 - easy access to dining, shopping and entertaining, and other major roads like I-95 New Jersey Turnpike or Garden State Parkway. Five minute drive to Route 9 - easy drive to Marlboro, Manalapan, Freehold or towards the shore for Matawan, Keyport, Atlantic Highlands, and only 25 minutes to Monmouth, 35 minutes to Asbury Park. Don't miss this opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with plenty of indoor and outdoor living space in desirable Spotswood!
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
$4,879/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,585
- Utilities
- $502
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,221
Property tax + insurance$1,176
PMI / 2nd mortgage$188
Heating + cooling$89
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$5,379/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$500,000
Down payment
$25,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$475,000
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Two Story
Year built
1963
Lot size
0.1033 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant, Baseboard Hotwater, Central
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,101
MLS #
2617616R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenLibrary/OfficeLiving RoomDenFamily RoomFlorida Room2 BedroomsBath HalfStorageNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)PatioEnclosed Porch(es)Storage Shed
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepAsphalt
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 08884
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,894 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 3.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 3,156 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 3,828 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 4,066 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 1,444 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 3,725 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 166 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 625 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 464 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 3,098 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.54 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 39.47 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $61,994 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $77,145 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $30,276 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $51,446 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $58,915 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 74.78% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8884
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Listing information last refreshed 6/17/2026. Provided courtesy of EXP REALTY, LLC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.