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22 Lake Ave APT 5A, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816

1beds
1baths
953sqft
$258,500
$271price/sqft
$1,994/moest. monthly cost
$79,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Must-see corner end-unit condo with a rare oversized backyard, tucked away on a quiet street in desirable East Brunswick. This approximately 953 sq ft 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers an additional flexible space that can easily function as a second bedroom, office, or guest area. Recently renovated with brand-new flooring throughout and a fully updated bathroom featuring all new fixtures, giving the home a clean, modern feel. Generous closet space provides excellent storage. Located close to shopping, restaurants, major highways, and NYC bus transportation. Situated within the highly rated East Brunswick Public School District, with Churchill Junior High School nearby. Community amenities include a swimming pool. Pet-friendly community allowing dogs and cats (verify HOA restrictions). An excellent alternative to renting with strong long-term value potential.

Getting Around

57
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
43
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
9/10
East Brunswick High SchoolGrades 10-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1970

Materials

  • Roof: See Remarks

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Remarks
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Dining L

Features

  • 1 Bedroom,Kitchen,Living Room,Bath Full,Dining Room,None
  • Flooring: Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Radiant
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall Unit(s),Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 953
  • Total interior livable area: 953 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 040002603000010000C2209
  • Zoning: O1

Features

  • Levels: One, See Remarks
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 953.96 sqft
  • Features: Near Train,Backs to Park Land
  • Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Parking features: Concrete,Additional Parking,See Remarks
  • 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

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

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Ice Storm
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Hurricane
Heat Wave
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 $1,307$15,684
Home Insurance *$66$792
Property Taxes $428$5,136
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$1,994$23,928
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$68,365/yr
40% on housing$59,820/yr
45% on housing$53,173/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

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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

$271This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08816$306
Middlesex County$305

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08816$335
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
2026-04-13Listed for rent$2,300
2026-03-17Price change$289,900
2026-02-14Listed for sale$300,000
2026-01-29Listing removed$2,250
2026-01-29Price change$2,250
2026-01-23Listed for rent$2,150
2025-12-08Listing removed$2,150
2025-12-01Price change$2,150
2025-11-19Listed for rent$2,300
2025-09-10Listing removed$2,300
2025-08-28Listed for rent$2,300
2025-07-20Listing removed$2,300
2025-04-30Price change$2,300
2025-04-13Listed for rent$2,450
2024-03-14Sold$245,000
2024-02-08Contingent$235,900
2024-01-30Listed for sale$235,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentTONYE A. IKIERE
BrokerageCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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