Closed$650,000
TLC ≈ $5,480/mo
4 3 1,566 sqft
256 South 8th Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
80 Chestnut Street, Milltown, NJ 08850
$549,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,304 sqft Built 19380 days on marketActive
About this home
Timeless charm in the heart of Milltown! Set on one of the borough's quiet, idyllic streets, this classic 1938 center hall Colonial seamlessly blends historic character with thoughtful modern updates. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, sun-filled living spaces, original built-ins, and a statement wood-burning fireplace, the home showcases the craftsmanship and warmth that make these properties so enduring. A screened-in porch and back deck overlook a peaceful, park-like yard backing to woods, creating the perfect setting to unwind, garden, or host summer barbecues. The full, unfinished basement offers abundant storage and future potential. Ranch next door (#72) also for sale, ideal for multi-generational living. Surrounded by many of Milltown's historic homes, this is more than just a houseit's an opportunity to become part of one of Central New Jersey's most welcoming communities. Ideally located just minutes from local parks, restaurants, shopping, and major commuting routes, you'll enjoy the small-town charm that makes Milltown so beloved, with convenient access to neighboring towns and everything Central New Jersey has to offer.
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
$5,528/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,213
- Utilities
- $598
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $140
Principal + interest$3,537
Property tax + insurance$1,470
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Heating + cooling$146
Internet + TV + phone$140
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$6,028/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$549,000
Down payment
$27,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$521,550
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1938
Lot size
0.2755 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiant, Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$11,115
MLS #
2702133R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsAtticBath FullNone
Exterior
DeckEnclosed Porch(es)
Parking
1 Car Width2 Cars DeepGarageAttachedDetachedGarage Door OpenerDriveway
Patio & porch
DeckEnclosed
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian Countertops
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Wooded
Neighborhood — 08850
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,742 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 2.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,621 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 3,748 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 3,994 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 1,617 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 3,625 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 145 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 441 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 429 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 2,886 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.68 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 39.84 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $80,661 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $90,327 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $33,672 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $64,555 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $65,785 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.20% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8850
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Listing information last refreshed 8/6/2026. Provided courtesy of CENTURY 21 THOMSON & CO via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.