Closed$3,100
TLC ≈ $274/mo
3 2 1,456 sqft
155 Emerson Street #155, Carteret, NJ 07008
44 Livingston Avenue, Avenel, NJ 07001
$549,000
3 beds 2 baths 965 sqft Built 19360 days on marketActive
About this home
If you are looking for a move-in ready home with charm, recent upgrades and close proximity to local dining, shopping and transportation, then this home is a must see!! The inviting foyer includes a large coat closet and storage. The first level offers a large LR / DR combination with wood burning fireplace, modern updated eat-in-kitchen, one bedroom and full bath. The second level features the primary bedroom which includes a separate dressing area and large closet. In addition to a second bedroom on this level this home offers a large closet / dressing area. The finished walkout basement area includes a laundry room and recreation room. Both full baths include designer ceramic tile, newer vanities and glass shower doors. If that's not enough, step out into the fenced backyard oasis featuring an expansive patio area, shed, above ground pool and driveway. Just a few blocks to shopping, dining, public transportation and the Avenel train station this property is a commuter's dream.
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
$4,156/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,899
- Utilities
- $447
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$2,490
Property tax + insurance$1,203
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Heating + cooling$62
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$844/mo
Purchase price
$549,000
Down payment
$27,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$521,550
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1936
Lot size
0.1102 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,073
MLS #
2704016R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsShades-ExistingEntrance FoyerKitchenLiving RoomBath MainDining Room2 BedroomsBath FullOther Room(s)None
Exterior
Open Porch(es)CurbsPatioSidewalkFencing/WallStorage ShedYard
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
1 Car WidthPaver Blocks
Patio & porch
PorchPatio
Pool
Above Ground
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsPantryEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Train, Corner Lot, Level, Near Public Transit
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 9/10/2026. Provided courtesy of PARTNERS REALTY GROUP via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.