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281 Friendship Rd, Cranbury, NJ, 08512

3beds
2baths
0sqft
$635,000
--price/sqft
$4,656/moest. monthly cost
$186,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and peaceful country living in this stunning, top-to-bottom renovated home. Situated on a spacious .63-acre lot, this property offers a serene escape amidst picturesque fields and quiet country roads, while keeping you conveniently close to all local town amenities. Step inside to discover a bright, airy interior bathed in natural light. A welcoming sunroom stretches across the front of the home, offering the perfect spot to relax and take in the peaceful views. The main level features a thoughtfully designed layout, starting with a formal living room to the right of the center staircase, and a dining room that flows seamlessly into a state-of-the-art kitchen. Designed for the modern chef, this kitchen boasts crisp white cabinetry, elegant granite countertops, a functional island, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. Completing the main level are a convenient full bath with a beautiful tiled shower, a functional laundry room with easy access to the driveway and side yard, and a dedicated mudroom with direct access to the basement and backyard. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms offering ample closet space, accompanied by a second full, tiled bathroom. Outside, the property truly shines with huge side and back yards—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the warmer seasons to the fullest. This home has been meticulously updated and is move-in ready; don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours—come tour it today!

Getting Around

3
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Crossroads SouthGrades 6-82.1 mi
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1870

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Mud Room

Basement

  • Features: Basement - Unfinished
  • Level: Lower

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower,Flooring - Ceramic Tile
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 48
  • Dimensions: 8 X 6

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15 X 12

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 10 X 13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated,Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 240
  • Dimensions: 15 X 16

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 0

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Electric
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated,Kitchen - Electric Cooking
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 270
  • Dimensions: 18 X 15

Laundry

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 108
  • Dimensions: 18 X 6

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15 X 12

Mud Room

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 126
  • Dimensions: 18 X 7

Other

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 224
  • Dimensions: 8 X 28

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring - Laminated
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 270
  • Dimensions: 15 X 18

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 210000400006 04
  • Zoning: RR
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.63 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Earthquake
Ice Storm
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Drought
Hurricane
Tornado
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,210$38,520
Home Insurance *$200$2,400
Property Taxes $1,053$12,636
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$4,656$55,872
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$159,634/yr
40% on housing$139,680/yr
45% on housing$124,160/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.7%
-2.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08512$275
Middlesex County$305

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08512$264
Middlesex County$345

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-24Listed for sale$635,000
2026-07-20Contingent$635,000
2026-06-13Listed for sale$635,000
2026-02-26Sold$345,000
2003-01-14Sold$215,000
2001-06-18Sold$107,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDawn Monsport
BrokerageKeller Williams Real Estate - Princeton

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