980 Gates Ave, Piscataway, NJ, 08854
About This Home
Welcome to 980 Gates Avenue! Situated on a highly sought-after half-acre lot, this Colonial blends classic charm with modern updates throughout. The home features new engineered hardwood flooring, all-new lighting, new kitchen, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new bathrooms. Enjoy relaxing on the wrap-around porch or take advantage of the detached two-story garage offering an abundance of storage. The first floor features brand new kitchen cabinetry, new appliances, quartz counters and features a service pantry! left spacious living room, an oversized dining room that can also serve as a family room, and a brand-new powder room. Upstairs offers three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private en-suite bath, and a second large full bath in the hall. The basement boasts high ceilings and a private entrance to the backyard, offering potential to create additional living space.Step outside to a massive backyard with endless possibilities for entertaining or future expansion. Conveniently located near great schools, major highways and shops. This move-in-ready home will not last!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Features
- Kitchen,Bath Half,Living Room,3 Bedrooms,Bath Full,Bath Second,Attic
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,620
- Total interior livable area: 1,620 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Pantry, Separate Dining Area
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 171220300000000804
- Zoning: R20
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch,Enclosed
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es),Enclosed Porch(es)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Dead - End Street,Level
- Lot size dimensions: 186.00 x 100.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 3 Cars Deep,Garage,Attached,Built-In Garage,Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,635 | $43,620 |
| Home Insurance * | $200 | $2,400 |
| Property Taxes | $1,015 | $12,180 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $5,043 | $60,516 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-11 | Listed for sale | $719,000 |
| 2026-06-03 | Sold | $575,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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