Closed$579,900
TLC ≈ $4,666/mo
3 3 1,837 sqft
17 Edith Drive, Franklin Twsp, NJ 08873
9 Gallop Lane, Franklin Twsp, NJ 08873
$519,000
3 beds 3 baths 1,689 sqft Built 19964 days on marketActive
About this home
Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-unit townhome offering added privacy, abundant natural light, and a spacious layout. The main level features formal living and dining rooms, plus a comfortable family room with a professionally cleaned wood-burning fireplace. The eat-in kitchen offers cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet space, and a breakfast area. Upstairs, the primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, closet, and en-suite bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and second-floor laundry complete the upper level. The partially finished basement offers flexible space for a recreation room, home office, gym, or media room, plus ample storage. Major updates include a 2-year-old central air system, 3-year-old water heater, and professionally cleaned fireplace and flue (2024). Additional highlights include an attached one-car garage, private patio, and added green space that comes with an end-unit location. While the home could benefit from some cosmetic updates, it has been well maintained and offers a great opportunity to add your own personal touches. Conveniently located near Rutgers University, RWJ University Hospital, major highways, NJ Transit, shopping, restaurants, parks, and golf courses. Exceptional value in a prime Somerset location.
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
$5,129/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,799
- Utilities
- $584
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,343
Property tax + insurance$1,261
PMI / 2nd mortgage$195
Heating + cooling$130
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,629/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$519,000
Down payment
$25,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$493,050
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Condo/TH
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1996
Lot size
0.0246 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,728
MLS #
2701678R
County
Somerset
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenLiving RoomFamily Room3 BedroomsLaundry RoomBath MainBath OtherNone
Parking
Additional ParkingCommonGarageAttachedGarage Door Opener
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining AreaGalley Type
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Laminate, See Remarks, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium
Lot features
See Remarks
Neighborhood — 08873
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,923 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 14.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 1,217 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,252 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 20,671 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 9,389 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 16,716 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,619 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,239 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,415 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 14,858 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.61 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $77,737 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $84,348 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $32,104 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $62,455 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,776 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.56% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8873
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Listing information last refreshed 7/26/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX OUR TOWN via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.