Closed$749,000
TLC ≈ $5,844/mo
4 3 2,368 sqft
12 Holmes Avenue, Monroe, NJ 08831
88 Tall Oaks Drive, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
$800,000
4 beds 3 baths — Built 19727 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this thoughtfully laid-out 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch-style home offering generous living space, abundant natural light, and exceptional indoor-outdoor flow. Situated on a well-proportioned lot with a large front and backyard, this home combines comfort, functionality, and a beautifully planned layout for modern living. The main level features a large formal living room and an elegant dining area with sliding doors opening to the terrace perfect for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. The open-concept kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a center island, and ample cabinetry, flowing effortlessly into the spacious family room highlighted by a cathedral ceiling, skylights, and a cozy wood pellet stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in the cold seasons. A versatile den adjacent to the kitchen offers an ideal home office or flex space, complete with a small lofted area perfect for storage or a play nook. The private primary suite is located just off the den, providing a quiet retreat with comfort and privacy. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bathroom complete the main floor. The finished basement expands the living space with a bar area, spa, and sauna perfect for relaxation and entertaining. It also includes a fourth bedroom, a large recreation room, a utility area, and extensive storage options, offering flexibility for a variety of needs.
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
$7,708/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,513
- Utilities
- $578
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$5,154
Property tax + insurance$2,059
PMI / 2nd mortgage$300
Heating + cooling$152
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$8,208/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$800,000
Down payment
$40,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$760,000
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1972
Lot size
—
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$14,806
MLS #
2662385M
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
3 BedroomsBath MainDining RoomBath FullFamily RoomFlorida RoomEntrance FoyerKitchenNone
Parking
2 Car Width2 Cars DeepPaver BlocksAttached
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Kitchen IslandEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Level
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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