2 MAPLEWOOD AVENUE, Cranbury, NJ 08512

$1,165,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,248  sqft
Built in 1876

Welcome to your lakeside home in the heart of historic Cranbury. This charming 4-bedroom house is perfectly situated on Brainerd Lake offering you the opportunity for kayaking, sunbathing, fishing and ice skating. Mornings offer the rosy glow of the rising sun to begin your day. As the sun sets the yard is filled with subtle, changing light signaling the end of another day. As you step inside, you are greeted by a spacious family room with large windows that frame stunning views of the lake, creating a picturesque setting for relaxation and entertainment. The home features 4” wide European oak flooring and newer base crown molding throughout creating warmth and flow. The family room also features a cozy fireplace and custom-built hall tree for coats and book bags, adding a touch of convenience and organization. The corner desk creates a nook for computer work or video games! The kitchen is a delightful space with modern appliances and ample counter space, making meal preparation a joy. It also includes a custom butler's pantry with granite counter tops, glass door cabinets and lighted, dual temperature wine fridge, perfect when entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Adjacent to the kitchen, a cozy living room on the first floor provides an inviting space for relaxation. The nicely sized dining room, currently being used as the primary bedroom, also offers stunning views of the lake, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of nature every day. The powder room and laundry room complete the first floor. The home also offers a whole house carbon filtration, water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water purification system. The home boasts a beautifully maintained lawn, ideal for outdoor activities and gatherings. The custom designed fire pit area offers a wonderful space to relax in the evenings, creating lasting memories with family and friends. So much of what you might need to enjoy the outdoor space is already taken care of (like the recently structurally refitted and refitted lake wall). Don’t have a john boat, kayak or racks for your boats and firewood? No worries, they are included. With an attached 2-car garage with a loft for storage, you'll have plenty of space for your vehicles and additional storage in the convenient shed. The air conditioning is brand new offering piece of mind in the heat! Looking for a turnkey home? Much of the furniture can be included in the sale. Students attend the highly rated Cranbury School K – 8 and then go off to Princeton HS. Cranbury is conveniently located near the NJ Turnpike, the Rte. 130 Park and Ride and the NJ Transit Princeton Junction station, making commuting a breeze.


Features & Amenities

Interior

Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Bathroom 1
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Baseboard - Hot Water, Natural Gas
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial

Construction

General:
Frame, 2, Slab

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
CRANBURY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
County:
MIDDLESEX

Lot

Zoning:
V/HR, 02-00033-00032
View:
Lake
Current Use:
0

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
personal belongings

This listing courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton, Deanna M Anderson

About Cranbury, NJ

Housing

Number of Units
4,448
Median Home Value
$565,717
Median Rent
$1,364

28.86% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.76% are vacant.

Commute

Car
52.82%
Public Transportation
4.61%
Walk to Work
0.10%
Work from Home
42.16%
Other
0.03%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
11,143
Median Age
45.10
Median Household Size
2.88

Education

High School
15.78%
Associate’s Degree
4.58%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.18%
Graduate Degree
32.43%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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