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    • Price cut: $14.9K (9/27)
    $525,000

    216 Handy St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    4beds
    2,072sqft
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    $3,848/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    5,000 Square Feet Lot
    $513,700 Zestimate®
    $253/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two-car detached garageFrench doorsGenerously sized rooms throughoutFilled with natural lightBuilt-in wall unitFreshly paintedBeautiful original hardwood floors
    Character, Convenience & Classic New Brunswick Charm are just a few words to describe this home. Welcome to 216 Handy St, a spacious 2,072-square-foot Colonial offering timeless character, generous living space, and a convenient location in the heart of New Brunswick. Freshly painted and filled with natural light, this home features beautiful original hardwood floors and generously sized rooms throughout. The inviting living room offers large front windows, French doors, and a built-in wall unit, while the flexible dining area provides plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. The approximately 13' x 15' kitchen features high ceilings and a large walk-in pantry with abundant storage. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with two closets. The third floor adds approximately 14' x 42' of bonus space, ideal for storage, hobbies, a home office, or additional flexible space. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard, two-car detached garage, and a long driveway with parking for approximately 3-4 vehicles. The home has also been converted from oil to gas. Location is a standout feature, with public transportation just one block away and convenient access to Rutgers University, RWJ University Hospital, downtown New Brunswick, restaurants, shopping, the Theater District, train and bus transportation, and commuting options to NYC. This is an estate sale, and the sellers are offering a Home Warrantyask for details. Classic charm, generous space, off-street parking, and a location that puts New Brunswick at your doorstep. Schedule your private showing of 216 Handy St today!
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    Listed by:

    MICHELE ROY 732-619-5008,

    WEICHERT CO REALTORS

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2770379MMLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Area: 192
      • Dimensions: 16 x 12
      Bedroom 2
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 11 x 13
      Bedroom 3
      • Area: 192
      • Dimensions: 12 x 16
      Bedroom 4
      • Area: 128
      • Dimensions: 8 x 16
      Dining room
      • Features: Formal Dining Room
      • Area: 169
      • Dimensions: 13 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 13 x 15
      Living room
      • Area: 208
      • Dimensions: 13 x 16
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Radiant
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Range/Oven, Oven, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Dining Room, Bath Half, Kitchen, Living Room, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Basement: Full, Daylight
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,072
      • Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: 3 Cars Deep, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One, Two, Three Or More
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Exterior features: Curbs, Fencing/Wall, Open Porch(es), Sidewalk
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
      Lot
      • Size: 5,000 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50X100
      • Features: Near Public Transit, Near Shopping, Near Train
      Details
      • Parcel number: 130018800000001501
      • Zoning: R-5A

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Natural Gas
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
      Location
      • Region: New Brunswick

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $253/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $285,700
      • Annual tax amount: $7,680
      • Date on market: 8/26/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $513,700

        $457,000 - $565,000

        $2,955/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/3/2026Contingent$525,000$253/sqft
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        9/27/2026Price change$525,000-2.8%$253/sqft
        Source: All Jersey MLS #2770379M Report a problem
        8/27/2026Listed for sale$539,900-7.7%$261/sqft
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        8/17/2026Listing removed$585,000$282/sqft
        Source: All Jersey MLS #2660364M Report a problem
        5/29/2026Price change$585,000-0.8%$282/sqft
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        4/6/2026Listed for sale$590,000-1.7%$285/sqft
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        8/26/2025Listed for sale$600,000$290/sqft
        Source: All Jersey MLS #2660364M Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,482 $285,700
        2024$7,482 +3%$285,700
        2023$7,265 +2.2%$285,700
        2022$7,111 +0.4%$285,700
        2021$7,083 +34.8%$285,700
        2020$5,253 -22.4%$285,700
        2019$6,765 $285,700
        2018$6,765 +1.3%$285,700
        2017$6,676 +2.4%$285,700 +151.1%
        2016$6,516 +1.8%$113,800
        2015$6,400 +0.8%$113,800
        2014$6,349 +1.9%$113,800
        2013$6,229 +2.6%$113,800
        2012$6,069 +3.3%$113,800
        2011$5,874 +2.7%$113,800
        2010$5,721 +2.9%$113,800
        2009$5,558 $113,800
        2008-- $113,800
        2007-- $113,800
        2006-- $113,800
        2005-- $113,800 +5.9%
        2004$4,518 $107,500
        2003-- $107,500
        2002-- $107,500
        2001-- $107,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Feaster Park

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        32 / 100
        Some Transit
        78 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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