Closed$575,000
TLC ≈ $4,773/mo
3 2 —
23 Longfield Road, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
516 Braun Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
$545,000
3 beds 2 baths 2,236 sqft Built 19550 days on marketActive
About this home
Elegant and inviting, this beautifully presented Cape Cod is ideally positioned on a desirable corner lot on the south side of town, conveniently located near a park. From the moment you enter, the home offers a warm blend of classic charm, thoughtful updates, and comfortable living spaces. The light-filled first floor features a spacious bedroom and full bath, along with a newer kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The generous kitchen dining area is enhanced by numerous windows, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Beautiful hardwood floors extend throughout the home, adding timeless character and sophistication. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide generous accommodations for family, guests, or a private home office. The full basement expands the home's versatility with a large finished family room, second kitchen, laundry area, and additional space for recreation, hobbies, or storage. Step outside to the deck and enjoy the inviting backyardan ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Ideally located near Rutgers University, NYC train service, buses, restaurants, theaters, two major hospitals, and major highways, this sophisticated and versatile residence offers the space, comfort, and convenience today's buyer is looking for. Move-in ready and waiting to be enjoyed.
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
$4,560/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,237
- Utilities
- $603
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$2,472
Property tax + insurance$1,561
PMI / 2nd mortgage$204
Heating + cooling$147
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,060/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$545,000
Down payment
$27,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$517,750
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1955
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
A/C Central - Some, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$11,785
MLS #
2705130R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
1 BedroomKitchen SecondLiving RoomBath FullDining Room2 BedroomsOther Room(s)StorageNone
Exterior
Deck
Parking
NoneOn Street
Patio & porch
Deck
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st FloorFull Bath
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Corner Lot
Neighborhood — 08904
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,821 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 5.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 7,135 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 6,759 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,062 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 3,459 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 5,822 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 431 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 613 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 840 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,681 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.43 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.70 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $65,051 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $86,524 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $35,667 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $53,899 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $63,672 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 86.06% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8904
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Listing information last refreshed 9/29/2026. Provided courtesy of CENTURY 21 J.J. LAUFER via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.