Closed$499,000
TLC ≈ $3,981/mo
3 2 1,091 sqft
12 Fox Road, Edison, NJ 08817
78 Lawrence Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
$465,000
2 beds 2 baths 1,197 sqft Built 19207 days on marketActive
About this home
This charming colonial home is full of character and special design features, both inside and out. A true gem waiting for the right buyer to make it their own. The main level offers a living room with a slider leading out to a generous deck, a bright sunroom off the kitchen, and a formal dining room with beautiful built-in cabinetry. Upstairs, two bedrooms with good closet space are complemented by a versatile sitting area, perfect for a home office. Outside, this home sits gracefully on a hill, offering an upper deck and a private lower patio. The sloped lot presents a wonderful opportunity to create a stunning terraced yard. Imagine beautifully landscaped levels connecting the upper and lower outdoor spaces. One of the most distinctive features of this property is its unique two-street presence. The home is accessed from Lawrence Street while the detached garage sits on Montgomery Street below, a rare and convenient configuration that adds both character and practicality. The full basement with a walkout to the lower patio provides excellent storage, utility, and workspace potential. A private front yard and welcoming front porch complete the picture. Additional highlights include a brand new roof, giving the next owner peace of mind from day one. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for new flooring. The old carpet has already been removed to make it move-in ready for your vision. With one and a half bathrooms and an abundance of unique spaces, this is a very special home ideal for a buyer ready to create something truly wonderful.
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
$4,728/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,428
- Utilities
- $497
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$2,996
Property tax + insurance$1,258
PMI / 2nd mortgage$174
Heating + cooling$94
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,228/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$465,000
Down payment
$23,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$441,750
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1920
Lot size
0.0918 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiators-Steam
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$9,531
MLS #
2700175R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerKitchenLiving RoomDining RoomFlorida Room2 BedroomsBath FullOther Room(s)None
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckPatioEnclosed Porch(es)
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageDetached
Patio & porch
PorchDeckPatioEnclosed
Kitchen
Breakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanGalley Type
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt, See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Neighborhood — 08904
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,821 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 5.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 7,135 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 6,759 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,062 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 3,459 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 5,822 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 431 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 613 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 840 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,681 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.43 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.70 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $65,051 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $86,524 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $35,667 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $53,899 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $63,672 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 86.06% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8904
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Listing information last refreshed 7/3/2026. Provided courtesy of CENTURY 21 J.J. LAUFER via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.