Closed$580,000
TLC ≈ $5,161/mo
3 3 1,580 sqft
406 S 1st Avenue S, Highland Park, NJ 08904
6 Idlewild Road, Edison, NJ 08817
$725,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,841 sqft Built 19512 days on marketActive
About this home
Located in Edison's sought after Lincoln Park neighborhood, 6 Idlewild Rd is a rare expanded ranch offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates. This beautifully maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1, 841 sq ft of living space on a quarter acre of professionally landscaped property. Originally a traditional ranch, the home has been thoughtfully expanded to create additional living space while preserving its warm, easy flow layout. Inside, you'll find bamboo hardwood floors, modern appliances, and a newer central heating and cooling system supported by solar panels. Exterior highlights include vinyl siding, a newer asphalt roof, deck, and an attached garage. With manicured landscaping and a long history of careful ownership, this home offers exceptional comfort, character, and curb appeal.
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
$5,287/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,077
- Utilities
- $513
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$3,288
Property tax + insurance$1,517
PMI / 2nd mortgage$272
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,787/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$725,000
Down payment
$36,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$688,750
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1951
Lot size
0.2045 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$9,528
MLS #
2703974R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsSecurity SystemEntrance Foyer3 BedroomsKitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath MainBath OtherDining RoomFamily RoomAtticNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckFencing/WallYard
Parking
Concrete2 Car Width2 Cars DeepGarageAttachedParking PadDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
PorchDeck
Pool
None
Kitchen
Breakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
1st FloorFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Security
Security System
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 08817
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,087 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 17.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,508 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 22,667 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 23,420 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 10,178 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 20,324 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,718 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,208 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,678 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 16,989 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.70 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.51 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $70,549 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $80,178 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $29,712 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $57,581 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $60,515 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 78.01% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8817
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Listing information last refreshed 9/5/2026. Provided courtesy of WEICHERT CO REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.