153 Nichol Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

$679,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,149  sqft
Built in 1920

Welcome to New Brunswick's best kept secret! This meticulously maintained Dutch Colonial home sits on an oversized corner lot with an exterior building, fenced yard, off-street parking and mature landscaping for privacy. Leave the bustle of city and campus life at the door and step inside the center hall to marvel at the historic charm of gleaming, original hardwood floors with parquet and inlaid borders throughout the first floor. French doors lead into the spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and into a stunning sunroom. The updated, entertainer's kitchen features granite countertops, professional range and hood, pantry, and recessed lighting. The dining area can accommodate large gatherings. A mudroom and powder room are convenient at the back of the hall. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms and a full bath. Take the stairs to the third floor attic level with two additional heated rooms and storage closet. The basement boasts high ceilings, laundry facilities, room for recreational activities, and access to the yard via Bilco door. This property is an exceptional opportunity for the savvy buyer. Bring your ideas to take this century-old home into its next phase. Numerous upgrades include zoned heating system with smart thermostats, roof, insulation, 200-amp electric, double pane windows, Ring cameras, and Ethernet cable on all levels. Plumbing has been run to an upstairs bedroom to make it easy to convert into an additional full bath to create a primary suite if desired. The garage with screened porch has been finished with sliding door, A/C and overhead lighting. Potential uses include office, gym, art studio or workshop. Located directly across the street from the Cook / Douglass campus of Rutgers University and convenient to NJ Transit, NJ Turnpike and all major roadways. Enjoy easy access to New Brunswick's vibrant restaurants and cultural institutions, the Raritan River and nearby parks.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Other Room(s), 4 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic, Storage
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
Basement:
Full, Storage Space, Laundry Facilities
Flooring:
Parquet, Wood
A/C:
Wall Unit(s)
Heating:
true, Zoned, Baseboard
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

General:
Open Porch(es), Patio, Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Enclosed Porch(es), Sidewalk, Yard
Style:
Colonial, Dutch, Two Story
Parking:
1 Car Width, Concrete, 2 Cars Deep, Detached, See Remarks, Driveway, On Street

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
3

Location

HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
CJMLS API
County:
Middlesex

Lot

Zoning:
R-5A, 130021400000000101

Utilities

Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
CJMLS API

This listing courtesy of:
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, RACHEL WESTON

About New Brunswick, NJ

Housing

Number of Units
17,401
Median Home Value
$278,847
Median Rent
$1,395

80.71% of housing units are renter occupied.

11.93% are vacant.

Commute

Car
58.94%
Public Transportation
8.75%
Walk to Work
9.32%
Work from Home
20.05%
Other
1.79%

The median travel time to work is 24 minutes.

People

Population
54,926
Median Age
28.00
Median Household Size
3.15

Education

High School
25.19%
Associate’s Degree
5.27%
Bachelor’s Degree
12.37%
Graduate Degree
12.13%

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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