3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom Cape Cod in a desirable East Brunswick neighborhood, close to East Brunswick high school. With convenient access to major highways, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this home checks all the boxes for comfortable suburban living. The first floor features a bright living room, an updated kitchen, two bedrooms, and an updated full bathroom. Note that one of the first-floor bedrooms is currently being used as a dining room, giving you a sense of just how versatile this floor plan can be. Step through the kitchen side door onto a large deck overlooking a fully fenced, private backyard- perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or letting the kids and pets roam freely. Upstairs, you'll find a versatile loft area, a third bedroom, a half bathroom, and attic storage space. The full basement provides even more storage along with laundry area. Additional highlights include a 2-car wide driveway, most windows replaced, and two brand new storm doors. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to own in one of East Brunswick's most convenient and sought-after locations!
For sale
Price cut: $20K (7/6)
$480,000
50 Merrill Ave, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
3beds
1,229sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,599 Square Feet Lot
$490,400 Zestimate®
$391/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 33 days |
- 2,553 |
- 179 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
STEPHANIE GEIST,
CENTURY 21 SYLVIA GEIST AGENCY 732-238-1200
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2662230M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Kitchen, Living Room, 1 Bedroom, Bath Half, None
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities, Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,229
- Total interior livable area: 1,229 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: 2 Car Width
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fencing/Wall, Yard
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 6,599 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60X110
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 0400717000000010
- Zoning: R3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: East Brunswick
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $391/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,399
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$490,400
$466,000 - $515,000
$3,146/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $480,000-4%$391/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2662230M Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000+242.5%$407/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2662230M Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/1999 | Sold | $146,000$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,027 | $67,900 |
| 2024 | $8,027 +2.8% | $67,900 |
| 2023 | $7,810 +0.3% | $67,900 |
| 2022 | $7,783 +2.9% | $67,900 |
| 2021 | $7,562 -1.3% | $67,900 |
| 2020 | $7,664 +2.9% | $67,900 |
| 2019 | $7,448 | $67,900 |
| 2018 | $7,448 +3.8% | $67,900 |
| 2017 | $7,175 +2.6% | $67,900 |
| 2016 | $6,995 +2.2% | $67,900 |
| 2015 | $6,846 +4% | $67,900 |
| 2014 | $6,582 +3.1% | $67,900 |
| 2013 | $6,385 +2.2% | $67,900 |
| 2012 | $6,247 +5.3% | $67,900 |
| 2011 | $5,932 +0.7% | $67,900 |
| 2010 | $5,888 +3.3% | $67,900 |
| 2009 | $5,697 | $67,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $67,900 -4.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $71,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $71,400 |
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Neighborhood: 08816
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Churchill Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10East Brunswick High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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