Closed$574,999
TLC ≈ $4,941/mo
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278 Britton Avenue, Old Bridge, NJ 08879
56 Galewood Drive #C, Matawan, NJ 07747
$295,000
2 beds 1 baths 949 sqft Built 19700 days on marketActive
About this home
This tastefully renovated second-floor condo blends modern updates with timeless style in the 55+ community of Cheesequake Village. The beautifully updated kitchen features new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, while decorative molding and new flooring add an elegant, refreshed feel throughout. The updated bathroom offers a fresh, modern touch, and the private balcony provides a peaceful outdoor escapeperfect for enjoying a quiet morning or unwinding at the end of the day. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and take advantage of the community pool during the warmer months. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or simply looking for low-maintenance living, this inviting condo offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and convenience. Ideally situated near local shopping, dining, and transportation, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
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
$2,392/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $2,077
- Utilities
- $411
- Transportation
- $124
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$1,338
Property tax + insurance$628
PMI / 2nd mortgage$111
Heating + cooling$70
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$39
Car insurance + maintenance$124
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,608/mo
Purchase price
$295,000
Down payment
$14,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$280,250
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Condo/TH
Style
Remarks
Year built
1970
Lot size
0.0126 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$3,897
MLS #
2706795R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorGas Water Heater
Interior
2 BedroomsNoneKitchenBath FullFamily Room
Community
ClubhouseOutdoor Pool
Parking
None
Pool
Outdoor Pool
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
See Remarks
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium
Lot features
Near Shopping
Neighborhood — 07747
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 36,122 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 17.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 2,796 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 17,640 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 18,482 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 6,831 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 17,368 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 791 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,853 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,990 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 13,435 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.67 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.48 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $80,895 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $90,720 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $34,065 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $64,640 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $65,848 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.54% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7747
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Listing information last refreshed 10/23/2026. Provided courtesy of JERSEY PROPERTY GROUP REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.