Closed$355,000
TLC ≈ $3,105/mo
2 1 588 sqft
79 Ideal Avenue, Middletown, NJ 07748
79 Ideal Avenue, Middletown, NJ 07748
$355,000
2 beds 1 baths 588 sqft Built 192820 days on marketClosed
About this home
Imagine waking up to the salt air and being just a two-block stroll away from the sandy shores of Ideal Beach. This charming coastal cottage offers the perfect blend of relaxed shore living and modern convenience. Whether you're looking for a peaceful year-round residence or a stylish weekend escape, this 2-bedroom home delivers. Inside, the heart of the home is an updated kitchen featuring sleek granite counters and stainless-steel appliances--perfect for whipping up a post-beach dinner. But the real magic happens outdoors. Step through the back door to find your own private sanctuary: a fenced-in yard anchored by a durable Premium Trex deck and elegant Cambridge pavers. After a day in the surf, there's nothing quite like a soak in the hot tub under the stars. Hot tub and Deck are approx. 1 year old. For those who need to commute, the location is unbeatable. You're minutes away from the ferry, bus, GSP and train. Pack your bags and get ready to enjoy the beach lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
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
$3,499/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,204
- Utilities
- $416
- Transportation
- $116
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$2,287
Property tax + insurance$784
PMI / 2nd mortgage$133
Heating + cooling$46
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$116
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,501/mo
Purchase price
$355,000
Down payment
$17,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$337,250
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Bungalow, Ranch
Year built
1928
Lot size
0.0574 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$5,310
MLS #
2617774R
County
Monmouth
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullNone
Exterior
BarbecueDeckPatioStorage Shed
Parking
None
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast Bar
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Spa
Private
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Level, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 07748
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,974 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | -1.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,097 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 13,756 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 14,218 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 4,933 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 14,335 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 527 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,335 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,112 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 9,518 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.94 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 39.01 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $89,873 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $115,064 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $39,213 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $70,765 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $77,563 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 80.46% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7748
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