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8 James Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

$499,000

3 beds 2 baths 1,305 sqft Built 20090 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to a stunning, masterfully gut-renovated Colonial home that seamlessly blends classic architectural charm with exquisite contemporary living. Come inside to discover a bright, sun-drenched sanctuary where rich hardwood floors flow effortlessly beneath a canopy of subtle recessed lighting. The spacious, airy living room invites warmth and relaxation, opening into a grand formal dining room designed for unforgettable gatherings. At the heart of the home sits a sleek, chef-inspired kitchen adorned with timeless subway tile, gleaming quartz countertops, and premium stainless steel appliances. Two luxurious, modern full bathrooms offer a spa-like retreat, while 3 spacious bedrooms, an abundance of generous closet space and a private, tranquil backyard complete this captivating oasis. Situated 0.7 miles from the New Brunswick NJ Transit station, the home provides access to direct Northeast Corridor line service into Penn Station and Newark Airport. Drivers are located 2.5 miles from NJ Turnpike and 1.8 miles from Route 18. The property sits roughly 0.6 miles from Rutgers University's College Avenue Campus, 0.5 miles from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and 0.8 miles from the downtown theater and dining district.

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Your estimated payment
$3,652/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,359
Principal + interest$2,263
Property tax + insurance$909
PMI / 2nd mortgage$187
Utilities
$509
Heating + cooling$100
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$143
$3,652/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,348/mo
Purchase price
$499,000
Down payment
$24,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,050
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
2009
Lot size
0.0574 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$4,922
MLS #
2706340R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
FirealarmKitchenLiving RoomBath FullDining Room3 BedroomsNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckPatioEnclosed Porch(es)
Parking
None
Patio & porch
PorchDeckPatioEnclosed
Kitchen
Kitchen Exhaust Fan
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Security
Fire Alarm
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Level

Neighborhood — 08901

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population49,8348,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199019.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density7,9341,137—
Male24,9534,307,827147,432,321
Female24,8814,525,010151,655,844
Never Married22,9711,965,81163,775,926
Married8,7313,647,435123,120,365
Separated5,376391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,261515,17215,467,586
Divorced2,527529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold13,5193,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size3.212.732.60
Medial Age24.6137.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$41,853$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$58,306$83,312$63,629
P C I$19,187$30,662$24,529
M D I$36,349$52,505$41,133
A T H E$48,230$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%—
W C J83.09%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8901

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