Closed$525,000
TLC ≈ $4,225/mo
3 2 1,580 sqft
1852 W 5th Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854
1852 W 5th Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854
$525,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,580 sqft Built 197118 days on marketClosed
About this home
Bring your vision and make 1852 W 5th Street your own!Proudly offered by the family of the original owners, this well-maintained bi-level home presents an incredible opportunity to make it your own. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 half bathroom, this home offers a functional layout with plenty of space for comfortable everyday living. Enjoy a large enclosed sun deck, a private, fully fenced backyard ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing, and a spacious driveway with ample parking. Lovingly cared for over the years, this home is ready for its next chapter. While the interior offers a more classic style, it provides endless potential for buyers looking to renovate, update, and create their dream home. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking for a home to personalize, this property is full of opportunity. Conveniently located near Downtown Dunellen and the Dunellen train station, with easy access to major highways, shopping, dining, parks, and everyday conveniences, you'll enjoy both a quiet residential setting and an excellent commuter-friendly location. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a one-owner home with solid bones, a fantastic location, and unlimited potential.
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
$4,959/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,634
- Utilities
- $579
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$3,382
Property tax + insurance$1,055
PMI / 2nd mortgage$197
Heating + cooling$128
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,459/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$525,000
Down payment
$26,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$498,750
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level
Year built
1971
Lot size
0.1837 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,250
MLS #
2700327R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Home features
Appliances
DryerGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
1 BedroomBath Half3 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomDining RoomBath Full
Exterior
PatioEnclosed Porch(es)Storage Shed
Community
Playground
Parking
ConcreteAdditional ParkingDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
PatioEnclosed
Pool
None
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train
Neighborhood — 08854
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 54,512 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 9.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,854 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 27,276 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 27,236 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 13,530 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 23,487 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 2,901 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,843 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,599 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,718 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.82 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 33.43 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $78,885 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $87,948 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $30,304 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $63,256 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $64,485 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 79.32% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8854
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Listing information last refreshed 8/13/2026. Provided courtesy of SIGNATURE REALTY NJ via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.