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Sold for $465,000
  • $465,000

    5 Merrill Ave, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

    3beds
    1,229sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    6,825.85 Square Feet Lot
    $518,000 Zestimate®
    $378/sqft
    $3,060 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $518,000

    $482,000 - $554,000

    $3,060/mo

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    What's special

    Air conditioning wall unitFully updated bathroomShaker-style cabinetsSleek glass sliding doorsFresh paintLuxurious tubRenovated kitchen
    Discover your dream home in East Brunswick! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem is the perfect blend of modern updates and cozy living. With a fully renovated kitchen featuring shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and stunning granite countertops, you'll love cooking and entertaining in this stylish space. The home boasts a fully updated bathroom with a luxurious tub, sleek glass sliding doors, and dimmable lighting for a spa-like experience. Throughout the home, you'll find brand-new laminate flooring and fresh paint, giving it a clean, contemporary feel. The living room's newly installed bay window floods the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The unfinished basement offers endless possibilities - transform it into your ideal entertainment area, home gym, or additional living space. It also includes a newer water heater, HVAC system, and a convenient laundry area, ensuring peace of mind for the new homeowner. Step into the 3 Seasons Sun Room, perfect for relaxing year-round with large windows and an air conditioning wall unit. The sun room also makes an excellent dining room, compensating for the lack of a formal dining room or eat-in kitchen. The spacious backyard features a concrete patio and a cozy fire pit, ideal for enjoying those cool fall evenings. This property also offers a detached one-car garage and parking for three additional vehicles, making it convenient for families and guests. Located just 2 miles from the Transportation Center and 3.6 miles from Neilson Plaza, commuting to NYC is effortless. Plus, you're minutes away from top-rated East Brunswick schools, shopping, and dining.

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    Listed by:

    ROOPA NAMPALLY,

    RE/MAX ONE

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2560216MMLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: 1st Floor
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Not Eat-in Kitchen
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Florida Room, Kitchen, Living Room, None
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Basement: Full, Laundry Facilities, Storage Space, Utility Room
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,229
    • Total interior livable area: 1,229 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Fencing/Wall, Patio
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
    Lot
    • Size: 6,825 sqft
    • Dimensions: 65X105
    • Features: Level, See Remarks
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0400703000000016
    • Zoning: R3

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod, Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1953

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: Natural Gas
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Underground Utilities

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: East Brunswick

    Other

    Other facts
    • Ownership: See Remarks

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/21/2024Sold$465,000-2.9%$378/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2560216M Report a problem
    10/22/2024Contingent$479,000$390/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2560216M Report a problem
    10/22/2024Pending sale$479,000$390/sqft
    Source: GSMLS #3920106 Report a problem
    10/8/2024Price change$479,000-4%$390/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #NJMX2007594 Report a problem
    8/28/2024Listed for sale$499,000+126.8%$406/sqft
    Source: MoreMLS #22424343 Report a problem
    6/20/2012Sold$220,000+2.3%$179/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    3/31/2012Listed for sale$215,000$175/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Elite, Realtors #212439 Report a problem
    3/26/2012Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Elite, Realtors #208471 Report a problem
    1/17/2012Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Elite, Realtors #208471 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,233 +34.4%$78,100 +34.4%
    2024$6,869 +2.8%$58,100
    2023$6,683 +0.3%$58,100
    2022$6,660 +2.9%$58,100
    2021$6,471 -1.3%$58,100
    2020$6,558 +2.9%$58,100
    2019$6,373 $58,100
    2018$6,373 +3.8%$58,100
    2017$6,139 +2.6%$58,100
    2016$5,985 +2.2%$58,100
    2015$5,858 +4%$58,100
    2014$5,632 -12.4%$58,100
    2013$6,432 +11%$58,100 -15.1%
    2012$5,793 +1.2%$68,400
    2011$5,725 +0.8%$68,400
    2010$5,681 +3.5%$68,400
    2009$5,489 $68,400
    2008-- $68,400
    2007-- $68,400
    2006-- $68,400
    2005-- $68,400
    2004-- $68,400
    2003-- $68,400
    2002-- $68,400
    2001-- $68,400

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    Neighborhood: 08816

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