Closed$2,650
TLC ≈ $271/mo
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207 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ 07001
5 Oak Street, Carteret, NJ 07008
$560,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,242 sqft Built 19561 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath split-level home, situated on a spacious corner lot along a wide street in an established Carteret neighborhood. A newly installed front door and refreshed landscaping create a welcoming entrance, while updated living room lighting and interior louvered doors add character throughout. Enjoy a bright Florida room with windows on three sides, offering a comfortable space to relax or entertain. An attached garage provides parking and additional storage, and laundry hookups on both the first floor and basement offer everyday convenience. Two washers and two dryers are included. Recent improvements include a new roof, new HVAC system, new basement pipe insulation, and a brand-new water heater with a six-year warranty. Outdoor space offers room for gardening, gathering, or simply enjoying the corner setting. Within distance of the middle and high schools and conveniently located near parks, shopping, and dining, this home brings together comfort and accessibility. Furniture is also available for purchase. Hot Deal - Schedule your private showing today! Some images have been virtually enhanced.
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Your estimated payment
$4,163/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,893
- Utilities
- $481
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$2,540
Property tax + insurance$1,143
PMI / 2nd mortgage$210
Heating + cooling$79
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$837/mo
Purchase price
$560,000
Down payment
$28,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$532,000
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level
Year built
1956
Lot size
0.1148 ac
Stories
3
Heating
Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,107
MLS #
2707597R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Home features
Appliances
Gas Range/OvenRefrigeratorOven
Interior
Bath HalfStorageFamily RoomEntrance FoyerKitchenLiving Room3 BedroomsBath Full
Exterior
Storage ShedYard
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageBuilt-In Garage
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Corner Lot
Neighborhood — 07008
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,957 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 15.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,747 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 11,200 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 11,757 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 5,108 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 8,847 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,259 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,590 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,429 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 7,780 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.89 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 36.92 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $53,973 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $61,282 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $21,545 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $45,382 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $50,129 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 86.06% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
7008
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Listing information last refreshed 11/9/2026. Provided courtesy of J.J. ELEK REALTY CO. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.