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1859 W 5th Street W, Piscataway, NJ 08854

$439,900

2 beds 1 baths 1,085 sqft Built 19192 days on marketActive

About this home

*Showings Start Sunday 6/28/26* Completely Remodeled from top to bottom, this TURNKEY HOME combines modern finishes, flexible living space, and comfortable one-floor living that is ADA accessible! Wide-plank vinyl flooring flows throughout, creating a warm, cohesive feel. The updated kitchen features oak cabinetry with roll-out drawers, upgraded appliances, and a tile backsplash, while sliding glass doors open to a maintenance-free deck for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. Laundry is located on the main floor. The bright main level offers an inviting sunroom, a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area, highlighted by large windows and abundant natural light. Central air and two-zone heating provide year-round comfort. Outside, the expansive fenced yard offers plenty of room for gardening, recreation, pets, or future expansion. With thoughtful updates throughout and every major improvement already completed, this MOVE-IN READY home is ready to enjoy. All windows replaced in past 5 yrs! Staircase to attic for easy storage!

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
$4,280/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,957
Principal + interest$2,834
Property tax + insurance$958
PMI / 2nd mortgage$165
Utilities
$511
Heating + cooling$94
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$157
$4,280/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$720/mo
Purchase price
$439,900
Down payment
$21,995 (5%)
Loan amount
$417,905
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1919
Lot size
0.3157 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant, Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$6,250
MLS #
2618332R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Garage
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorGas Water Heater
Interior
Blinds2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullDining RoomFlorida RoomAtticNone
Exterior
BarbecueDeckDoor(s)-Storm/ScreenEnclosed Porch(es)Storage ShedYard
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepAsphaltAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDrivewayPaved
Patio & porch
DeckEnclosed
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Accessibility
Ramp(s)Wide Doorways
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Level

Neighborhood — 08854

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population54,5128,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19909.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density2,8541,137
Male27,2764,307,827147,432,321
Female27,2364,525,010151,655,844
Never Married13,5301,965,81163,775,926
Married23,4873,647,435123,120,365
Separated2,901391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,843515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,599529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold17,7183,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.822.732.60
Medial Age33.4337.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$78,885$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$87,948$83,312$63,629
P C I$30,304$30,662$24,529
M D I$63,256$52,505$41,133
A T H E$64,485$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J79.32%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8854

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