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TLC ≈ $286/mo
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684 West Avenue, Sewaren, NJ 07077
38 Jackson Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
$619,000
5 beds 2 baths 1,802 sqft Built 19573 days on marketActive
About this home
Great Opportunity in Carteret! Don't miss this spacious and versatile 5-bedroom, 2 full bath home, offering endless possibilities for today's lifestyle. The beautifully renovated lower level makes this property an excellent option for multi-generational living, extended guests, or additional flex space. The main level features hardwood floors throughout, a renovated kitchen, and an updated full bath, blending classic charm with modern updates. Step outside to enjoy the large, fully fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining, pets, or play, along with a private driveway offering ample off-street parking. Nestled on a quiet residential street, this home is filled with potential and ready for its next chapter. Whether you're looking for extra space, room to grow, or a home that can accommodate multiple generations under one roof, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
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 4% APR.
Your estimated payment
$4,614/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,395
- Utilities
- $473
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$2,807
Property tax + insurance$1,356
PMI / 2nd mortgage$232
Heating + cooling$100
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,114/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$619,000
Down payment
$30,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$588,050
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Remarks
Year built
1957
Lot size
—
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
—
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,744
MLS #
2702336R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsLiving RoomBath FullOther Room(s)3 BedroomsKitchenDining RoomNone
Exterior
Fencing/Wall
Parking
Concrete2 Car WidthDriveway
Pool
None
Kitchen
Granite/Corian Countertops
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Level
Neighborhood — 07008
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,957 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 15.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,747 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 11,200 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 11,757 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,108 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 8,847 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,259 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,590 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,429 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 7,780 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.89 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.92 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $53,973 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $61,282 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $21,545 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $45,382 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $50,129 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 86.06% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7008
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Listing information last refreshed 8/7/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS CITY LIFE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.