Closed$1,750
TLC ≈ $264/mo
1 1 786 sqft
1103 Aspen Drive, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
1 Cranbury Neck Road, Cranbury, NJ 08512
$1,099,000
3 beds 3 baths 2,136 sqft Built 18801 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to the Updike Farmhouse, a masterfully reimagined landmark estate offering a rare blend of 18th-century soul, 21st-century luxury, and a sprawling, turnkey 0.7-acre Main Street lot in the heart of historic Cranbury Village, NJ. This exceptional 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence delivers an unmatched combination of historic prestige, modern comfort, and hassle-free occupancy. No detail was spared in this comprehensive structural, mechanical, and cosmetic reimagining, creating an open, airy flow while honoring the home's deep architectural roots. Inside, the traditional layout has been thoughtfully restructured into a bright open concept featuring a stunning juxtaposition of rich new 5-inch oak floors alongside masterfully preserved original wide-plank pumpkin pine floors. The brand-new, sprawling kitchen serves as the home's centerpiece, boasting a massive island with a classic farmhouse sink, premium cabinetry, elegant crown moldings, and top-tier stainless steel appliances. Upstairs and down, beautifully reimagined bathrooms feature custom high-end vanities, modern lighting, and premium finishes including marble tiling. Beyond aesthetics, the home offers robust, professionally engineered structural reinforcements to the foundation, framing, and roof. Energy efficiency and comfort are optimized via a strategic blend of spray foam insulation and a 4-zone central air system, while new Andersen Woodwright 400 Series windows and updated utilities ensure ultimate peace of mind. Outside, three distinct porchesincluding a serene screened-in porchoverlook the sweeping grounds framed by historic fieldstone walls, lush perennials, Japanese maples, and a massive row of mature peonies. Located directly adjacent to Barn Park and steps from Heritage Park trails, this property offers unmatched village walkability to local shops and eateries, plus highly valuable pending zoning approval for a substantial 36'x34.5' detached garage.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrJumbo at 4% APR.
Your estimated payment
$7,119/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $6,991
- Utilities
- $618
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$4,984
Property tax + insurance$1,595
PMI / 2nd mortgage$412
Heating + cooling$147
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$7,619/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$1,099,000
Down payment
$54,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$1,044,050
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1880
Lot size
0.6612 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,323
MLS #
2700700R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Home features
Appliances
Self Cleaning OvenDryerElectric Range/OvenExhaust FanRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath MainDining RoomFlorida Room3 BedroomsBath FullBath SecondBath ThirdAttic
Exterior
Open Porch(es)
Parking
2 Car Width3 Cars DeepCircular DrivewayDrivewayGravel
Patio & porch
Porch
Pool
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanKitchen IslandCountry KitchenPantry
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Backs to Park Land, Corner Lot, Level
Neighborhood — 08512
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,318 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 50.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 458 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 5,580 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 5,738 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 1,835 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 5,503 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 282 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 454 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 537 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 3,867 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.91 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.62 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $101,833 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $124,379 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $43,121 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $78,151 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $81,903 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 78.11% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8512
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Listing information last refreshed 7/13/2026. Provided courtesy of REALMART REALTY LLC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.