Closed$1,995
TLC ≈ $266/mo
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217 Edpas Road, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
173 N Hillcrest Avenue, Somerset, NJ 08873
$300,000
2 beds 1 baths 837 sqft Built 19700 days on marketActive
About this home
Showings start 10.27. Contractor special - endless potential! Calling all contractors, builders, and investors! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in a desirable Somerset neighborhood is ready for a complete renovation and offers an excellent opportunity to bring your vision to life. Situated on approximately 0.30 acres, the property features a full basement, walkup attic, and a detached 2-car garage, providing plenty of possibilities for storage, workspace, and future improvements. The home requires a full gut renovation and is ideal for buyers looking to customize, renovate, or explore its potential. Enjoy the benefits of a spacious lot and an established residential neighborhood, with the opportunity to create something truly special. Bring your contractor, your ideas, and your vision! A rare opportunity for investors or renovation enthusiasts looking to unlock the potential of a property in Somerset. Property is being sold in as-is condition. Buyer to perform all due diligence regarding condition, permits, zoning, and intended use.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
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Your estimated payment
$2,690/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $2,326
- Utilities
- $488
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$1,361
Property tax + insurance$852
PMI / 2nd mortgage$113
Heating + cooling$82
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,310/mo
Purchase price
$300,000
Down payment
$15,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$285,000
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cape Cod
Year built
1970
Lot size
0.3007 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Water
Public, Well
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,600
MLS #
2706922R
County
Somerset
At a glance
Basement
Garage (2)
Home features
Appliances
Gas Range/Oven
Interior
2 BedroomsKitchenBath FullFamily RoomAtticNone
Exterior
Yard
Parking
2 Car WidthDirtGarageDetachedOn StreetCovered
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Flooring
Carpet
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Available
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit
Neighborhood — 08873
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,923 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 14.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 1,217 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 19,252 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 20,671 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 9,389 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 16,716 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,619 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,239 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,415 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 14,858 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.61 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $77,737 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $84,348 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $32,104 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $62,455 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $62,776 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.56% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8873
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Listing information last refreshed 10/27/2026. Provided courtesy of C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.