Closed$699,999
TLC ≈ $5,669/mo
3 3 2,295 sqft
168 Savoth Lane, Colonia, NJ 07067
185 Chestnut Street, Avenel, NJ 07001
$319,900
3 beds 2 baths 968 sqft Built 19708 days on marketActive
About this home
Incredible renovation opportunity in Avenel! This spacious home at 185 Chestnut St offers the perfect canvas to renovate, customize, and create something truly special. The versatile floor plan includes multiple bedrooms, generous living space, an open living and dining area, a family room, kitchen, laundry/utility area, and an attached garage, a solid foundation for a stunning transformation. Bring your vision and reimagine this home with today's finishes and design. Whether you are an owner occupant dreaming of a custom home, an investor seeking your next project, or a contractor looking for upside potential, this property offers impressive possibilities. Conveniently located in Avenel, close to shopping, dining, transportation, and major roadways. Property requires extensive renovation and is being sold strictly As-Is. Some photos may be virtually staged or digitally renovated for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the current condition of the home. A rare chance to transform an existing property into a beautifully updated residence, bring your imagination and discover the potential of 185 Chestnut St.
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
$2,933/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $2,590
- Utilities
- $447
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$1,451
Property tax + insurance$1,019
PMI / 2nd mortgage$120
Heating + cooling$62
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,067/mo
Purchase price
$319,900
Down payment
$15,995 (5%)
Loan amount
$303,905
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Bi-Level
Year built
1970
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,314
MLS #
2702798R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Garage (1)
Home features
Appliances
Kitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
1 BedroomLaundry RoomBath HalfFamily RoomUtility Room2 BedroomsKitchenLiving RoomBath FullBath MainDining RoomAttic
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageAttached
Kitchen
Kitchen Exhaust FanNot Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Laminate, See Remarks
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple, See Remarks
Lot features
See Remarks
Neighborhood — 07001
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,263 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 16.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 5,037 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 9,956 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,307 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 4,039 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 6,024 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,983 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 812 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,138 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,078 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.76 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.48 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $62,573 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $68,833 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $24,672 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $51,674 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $54,503 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 74.56% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7001
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Listing information last refreshed 8/13/2026. Provided courtesy of VYLLA HOME via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.