Closed$689,900
TLC ≈ $5,433/mo
3 2 1,520 sqft
85 Athens Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879
25 Sandpiper Drive, Parlin, NJ 08859
$499,000
2 beds 2 baths 1,364 sqft Built 19871 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to 25 Sandpiper Drive, a beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath, one-level condo located in the desirable La Mer community. Completely updated and truly move-in ready, this home offers the perfect combination of style, comfort and low-maintenance living. Step inside to gorgeous hardwood flooring, creating a polished and inviting feel from room to room. The beautifully renovated kitchen and updated bathrooms feature stylish finishes, while the spacious living area is highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace with a new mantle, adding warmth and character to the space. Both bedrooms are generously sized, including a primary suite with its own private bath. A one-car attached garage provides added convenience and storage. Step outside to the peaceful, decked patio offering exceptional privacy, the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Enjoy all that the La Mer lifestyle has to offer, including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, tennis courts, playground and recreational amenities. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, major roadways, Routes 9 and 35, NYC bus transportation and the Aberdeen-Matawan train station, making this an excellent location for commuters. Beautifully renovated, thoughtfully updated and ready for its next owner, there is truly nothing to do but unpack and enjoy!
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
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Your estimated payment
$3,748/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,509
- Utilities
- $437
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$2,263
Property tax + insurance$1,059
PMI / 2nd mortgage$187
Heating + cooling$89
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,252/mo
Purchase price
$499,000
Down payment
$24,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,050
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Condo/TH
Style
Middle Unit
Year built
1987
Lot size
—
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,685
MLS #
2705789R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenLaundry RoomLiving RoomBath FullBath MainDining RoomNone
Exterior
Deck
Community
ClubhouseOutdoor PoolPlaygroundFitness CenterTennis Court(s)
Parking
1 Car WidthAsphaltGarageAttached
Patio & porch
Deck
Pool
Outdoor Pool
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian Countertops
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium
Lot features
Interior Lot
Neighborhood — 08859
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28,397 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 23.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 5,593 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 13,982 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 14,415 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,634 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 13,022 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 839 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,568 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,633 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 10,406 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.73 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.86 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $68,541 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $73,849 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $27,103 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $56,249 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $57,126 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 80.95% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8859
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