Closed$1,099,000
TLC ≈ $9,205/mo
5 4 3,400 sqft
1 cairnes Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
1 1st Avenue, Monroe, NJ 08831
$799,999
3 beds 3 baths 2,424 sqft Built 19870 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to Mill Lake Manor! Situated on a large corner lot in a desirable sidewalk-lined neighborhood, this move-in ready home offers nearly 2, 500 square feet of living space, plus a full basement, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and plenty of room to spread out. The first floor features a spacious and versatile layout with a formal dining room, sitting room, home office, powder room, eat-in kitchen, and an inviting great room centered around a brick wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is nicely appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and plenty of space for everyday dining. Sliding doors off the kitchen lead directly to the large deck, making it easy to enjoy outdoor dining and entertaining. A conveniently located laundry closet completes the main level. The office offers additional flexibility and could also serve as a guest room when needed. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms, including an impressive primary suite with two private balconies, a walk-in closet, and a newly renovated bathroom. The primary bath features a freestanding soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanity, heated tile floors, Bluetooth speakers, and a heated towel warmer. The full basement is partially finished, offering additional space for entertaining, recreation, hobbies, or storage. Additional highlights include two-zone heating and central air conditioning, a roof installed in 2019, and a freshly painted exterior completed in 2026. With generous living space, a full basement, a large corner lot, and a convenient Monroe Township location, 1 1st Avenue offers the space, updates, and versatility today's buyers are looking for.
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
$5,966/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,793
- Utilities
- $534
- Transportation
- $127
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,628
Property tax + insurance$1,865
PMI / 2nd mortgage$300
Heating + cooling$130
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Budget$6,466/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$799,999
Down payment
$40,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$759,999
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1987
Lot size
0.0003 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Zoned, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$12,602
MLS #
2705801R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherElectric Water Heater
Interior
Cathedral Ceiling(s)Central VacuumSkylightEntrance FoyerGreat RoomKitchenLaundry RoomLibrary/OfficeBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullBath SecondNone
Exterior
Lawn SprinklersDeckSidewalk
Community
Sidewalks
Parking
AsphaltGarageAttachedGarage Door Opener
Patio & porch
Deck
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Corner Lot
Neighborhood — 08831
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 41,378 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 39.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 847 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,431 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 21,947 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,557 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 21,680 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,293 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 4,503 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,925 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 17,482 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.30 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 47.08 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $66,482 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $85,196 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $36,960 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $54,931 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,833 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 76.25% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8831
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Listing information last refreshed 10/14/2026. Provided courtesy of RESTAINO REALTY LLC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.