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21 Lake Avenue #1A, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

$349,000

2 beds 3 baths 1,360 sqft Built 19700 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to this warm and inviting townhouse, where comfortable living spaces, a flexible multi-level layout, and convenient location come together to create a wonderful place to call home. Thoughtfully designed for everyday living, relaxing, and entertaining, this residence offers the space and versatility to accommodate a variety of lifestyle needs. The main level welcomes you with an inviting large living space and powder room. Beyond, the bright and airy dining area with walkout patio is perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen features stone countertops and generous workspace. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable private retreats. The spacious primary suite features its own full bathroom with double vanity, while a second bedroom and an additional full bathroom complete this level. A dedicated laundry area on the first floor adds further convenience. Additional highlights include 1 assigned parking and access to community pool. HOA covers heat and water. Ideally situated near Rutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Saint Peter's University Hospital, Downtown New Brunswick, the New Brunswick municipal and business district, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, parks, and everyday conveniences. Nearby bus and rail transportation, along with easy access to Route 1, Route 18, I-287, and the New Jersey Turnpike, makes commuting throughout Central New Jersey and beyond remarkably convenient. With generous living space, flexible work-from-home options, and proximity to some of the area's leading educational, and healthcare, this townhouse offers an exceptional combination of comfort, convenience, and a connected Central New Jersey lifestyle.

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
$2,953/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$2,589
Principal + interest$1,583
Property tax + insurance$875
PMI / 2nd mortgage$131
Utilities
$528
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$127
Car insurance + maintenance$127
Other (entertainment)
$158
$2,953/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,047/mo
Purchase price
$349,000
Down payment
$17,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$331,550
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Townhouse, Condo/TH
Style
Townhouse, End Unit, Two Story
Year built
1970
Lot size
0.0312 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,074
MLS #
2706111R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Basement

Home features

Appliances
DryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Interior
KitchenBath HalfLiving RoomStorage2 BedroomsBath FullBath MainNone
Exterior
Deck
Community
Outdoor Pool
Parking
Assigned
Patio & porch
Deck
Pool
NoneOutdoor Pool
Kitchen
Separate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Two Sinks
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 08816

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population51,1338,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199017.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density2,4211,137—
Male24,9694,307,827147,432,321
Female26,1644,525,010151,655,844
Never Married9,0001,965,81163,775,926
Married25,8003,647,435123,120,365
Separated1,198391,23912,639,686
Widowed2,344515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,204529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold17,8523,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.852.732.60
Medial Age38.6637.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$86,786$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$104,879$83,312$63,629
P C I$36,929$30,662$24,529
M D I$68,802$52,505$41,133
A T H E$72,998$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%—
W C J81.81%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8816

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21 Lake Avenue #1A · East Brunswick — $349,000 · Certihomes