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5 Fairview Avenue, South River, NJ 08882

$509,000

3 beds 2 baths 1,346 sqft Built 19351 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome home to this beautiful and well-maintained classic colonial, perfectly situated in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a spacious kitchen featuring a breakfast bar that opens to a formal dining roomideal for gatherings and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a tastefully remodeled bathroom, offering both comfort and modern style. Enjoy relaxing on the cozy open porch on warm summer nights or cool fall evenings. The spacious backyard and patio area provide the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, play, or peaceful retreat. Conveniently located close to major highways, this home is ideal for commuters and those looking for easy access to the Jersey shore. Don't miss the opportunity to own this timeless, move-in-ready gem that combines classic charm with modern comfort.

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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
$3,922/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,595
Principal + interest$2,309
Property tax + insurance$1,095
PMI / 2nd mortgage$191
Utilities
$574
Heating + cooling$125
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$127
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Other (entertainment)
$158
$3,922/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,078/mo
Purchase price
$509,000
Down payment
$25,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$483,550
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1935
Lot size
0.0918 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,014
MLS #
2705099R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeGas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)PatioStorage Shed
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepDriveway
Patio & porch
PorchPatio
Kitchen
Breakfast Bar
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

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Neighborhood — 08882

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population13,0678,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199012.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density4,5341,137—
Male6,4994,307,827147,432,321
Female6,5684,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,9481,965,81163,775,926
Married5,6283,647,435123,120,365
Separated407391,23912,639,686
Widowed687515,17215,467,586
Divorced792529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold4,7773,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.732.732.60
Medial Age36.1537.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$57,692$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$65,642$83,312$63,629
P C I$24,056$30,662$24,529
M D I$48,231$52,505$41,133
A T H E$52,683$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%—
W C J75.36%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8882

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5 Fairview Avenue · South River — $509,000 · Certihomes