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5 Merrill Ave, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816

$479,000

Home List Price

$5,688*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,229 SqFt
$390/SqFt
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5 Merrill Ave, East Brunswick$479,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Parking1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Attached
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1953
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #2560216M
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)

About 5 Merrill Ave

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.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Colonial
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,229 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX ONE

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Laminate
  • Interior: 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Florida Room, Kitchen, Living Room, None

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fencing/Wall, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Attached

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Level, See Remarks
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $479,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $390/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $6,568
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in East Brunswick, NJ.

Med. Sold Price

$575.7K

Med. Price/SqFt

$322

Avg. Days On Market

40

# of Sold Homes

28

5 Merrill Ave vs East Brunswick

91 DAYS ON ROCKET

+51 Days

$479,000

-$96.7K Less

$390/SqFt

+$67 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $96.7K less than the Median Sold Price and $67/SqFt more than other homes in East Brunswick, NJ.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • MLS Number: #2560216M

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX ONE

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 20, 2012Home Sold
$220,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$6,568$58,100
2019$6,372$58,100
2018$6,373$58,100
2017$6,270$58,100

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10
  • Central Elementary School

  • 371 Cranbury Rd

  • 0.37 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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7
/10
  • Memorial Elementary School

  • 14 Innes Rd

  • 0.95 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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4
/10
  • Irwin Elementary School

  • 71 Race Track Rd

  • 1.18 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $89,230. The majority of East Brunswick, NJ residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5 Merrill Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5 Merrill Ave property is $479,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 5 Merrill Ave is a house located in East Brunswick, New Jersey, 08816.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 5 Merrill Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $6,568 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 20, 2012 for $220,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5 Merrill Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5 Merrill Ave is 1,229 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5 Merrill Ave is 1953.

Rocket Homes›New Jersey›Middlesex County›East Brunswick›08816›5 Merrill Ave

This home is located at 5 Merrill Ave in East Brunswick, NJ and zip code 08816. This 1,229 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $479,000.

While more than 13 listings in East Brunswick, NJ in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 10 were sold below. In October 2024 in East Brunswick, NJ there were 10.4% less homes for sale than in September 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $575,750 and the average listing age was 40 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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