Closed$545,000
TLC ≈ $4,401/mo
2 2 2,131 sqft
449 Bluebird Drive, Monroe, NJ 08831
23 Drummond Way, Monroe, NJ 08831
$1,099,000
4 beds 3 baths — Built 19970 days on marketActive
About this home
Situated on a large, private wooded lot, this spacious 4-5 bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates, flexible living space, and tranquil outdoor surroundings. The beautifully updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, brushed bronze hardware, quartz countertops, a marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, and a large center island, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Solid mahogany hardwood flooring flows throughout the remainder of the first floor, which includes a sun-filled living room, dining room, family room, powder room, and a versatile office that is currently being used as a fifth bedroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, an additional oversized closet, and a tastefully renovated en-suite bathroom featuring a marble shower floor and timeless neutral tile finishes. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled full bathroom complete the second level. The fully finished basement provides abundant additional living space along with a dedicated storage area, offering endless possibilities for recreation, including a media room, home gym, or playroom. One of the unique features of this home is the peaceful, wooded backyard, offering exceptional privacy. Enjoy the serene setting from the attached three-season sunroom, the perfect place to relax and take in the natural surroundings.
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
$7,832/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,756
- Utilities
- $564
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$4,984
Property tax + insurance$2,360
PMI / 2nd mortgage$412
Heating + cooling$145
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$8,332/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, Two Story
Year built
1997
Lot size
—
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Fan
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$14,586
MLS #
2701321R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
Self Cleaning OvenDishwasherDisposalDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
Shades-ExistingEntrance FoyerKitchenLaundry RoomBath HalfLiving RoomDenDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsAtticBath FullBath MainStorageNoneLibrary/Office
Exterior
Lawn SprinklersCurbsDeckPatioSidewalkStorage Shed
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
2 Car WidthAsphaltGarageAttachedGarage Door OpenerDrivewayLighted
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Kitchen Exhaust FanKitchen IslandEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Level, Wooded
Neighborhood — 08831
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 41,378 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 39.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 847 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,431 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 21,947 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,557 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 21,680 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,293 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 4,503 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,925 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,482 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.30 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 47.08 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $66,482 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $85,196 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $36,960 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $54,931 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,833 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 76.25% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8831
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