Closed$899,000
TLC ≈ $7,255/mo
3 3 2,659 sqft
199 Amboy Avenue #199D, Metuchen, NJ 08840
180 cutter Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863
$525,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,389 sqft Built 191017 days on marketClosed
About this home
Welcome to 180 Cutter Ave in Fordsan extensively updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home combining classic character with the major improvements today's buyers are looking for! Step inside to a bright, inviting floor plan featuring a living and dining room combination, hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, a brand-new kitchen, and two beautiful brand new bathrooms. The second-floor primary suite creates its own private retreat and adds fantastic separation from the rest of the home. Beyond the finishes, an impressive list of major improvements has already been completed, including new heating, new A/C with warranty, new electrical, new/newer electrical panel, newer plumbing, new hot water heater, newer windows throughout, and a new roof with warranty. The main living quarters are newly insulated along with an updated smoke detector system on both the first and second floors. Outside, enjoy the home's welcoming front porch, new driveway, and fresh landscaping, creating attractive curb appeal from the moment you arrive. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a second-floor primary suite, new kitchen, two new bathrooms, extensive mechanical and electrical upgrades, and plenty of character, 180 Cutter offers much more than just a beautiful renovationthe big-ticket improvements have been addressed, too. Move in, unpack, and enjoy. Schedule your private showing and see why 180 Cutter should be at the top of your list!
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
$5,023/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,739
- Utilities
- $482
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,382
Property tax + insurance$1,160
PMI / 2nd mortgage$197
Heating + cooling$79
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,523/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
Remarks, Dutch, Two Story
Year built
1910
Lot size
0.173 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiant, See Remarks
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,605
MLS #
2702737R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorGas Water Heater
Interior
Firealarm2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullDining Room1 BedroomStorageNone
Exterior
Door(s)-Storm/ScreenScreen/Storm WindowEnclosed Porch(es)Fencing/WallStorage ShedYardInsulated Pane Windows
Parking
DrivewayGravelOn Street
Patio & porch
Enclosed
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
Sitting AreaTwo SinksFull Bath
Security
Fire Alarm
Flooring
Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt, See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple, See Remarks
Lot features
Dead - End Street, See Remarks, Level
Neighborhood — 08863
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,849 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 8.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 8,042 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 7,219 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,630 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 2,906 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 6,748 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 521 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 917 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 960 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,657 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.02 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $70,869 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $78,507 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $29,942 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $57,728 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $59,571 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.51% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8863
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Listing information last refreshed 8/14/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.