Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offering an impressive blend of space, style, and thoughtful updates! Step inside to a welcoming foyer and sun-filled living room showcasing rich Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, a charming bay window, recessed lighting, and fresh paint. The dining room is perfect for gatherings, while the well-appointed kitchen features raised-panel cabinetry, a striking herringbone tile backsplash, ceramic tile floors, and stainless steel appliances. Just beyond, the inviting family room boasts Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, recessed lighting, a gas fireplace with decorative mantel and tile hearth, plus sliders opening to an expansive cambridge paver patio and large fenced backyard ideal for entertaining and outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout four generously sized bedrooms, including an impressive primary suite with walk-in closet, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and a beautifully recently renovated private bath featuring a fully tiled shower with rain showerhead, handheld spray, and built-in niches. An updated hall bath (last year) completes the second level. The finished basement provides even more living space with a large recreation area, laundry, storage, and utility rooms. Additional highlights include newer garage door and opener and plenty of shelves and cabinets for storage, 2025 roof, owned solar panels providing you with considerable savings on electric, Nest thermostats, pull-down attic stairs, vinyl siding, covered front porch, paver driveway and walkway, and beautiful landscaping. Less than 1 mile to train station, close to buses, shopping and all major roadways. This one has it all!
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offering space, style, and thoughtful updates! The welcoming foyer leads to a sun-filled living room featuring rich Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, bay window, recessed lighting, and fresh paint. The dining room is ideal for gatherings, while the updated kitchen offers raised-panel cabinetry, herringbone tile backsplash, ceramic tile flooring, and stainless-steel appliances. The inviting family room features Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a gas fireplace with decorative mantel and tile hearth. Sliders open to an expansive Cambridge paver patio and large fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring extends throughout four spacious bedrooms. The impressive primary suite includes a walk-in closet, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and recently renovated private bath with fully tiled shower, rain showerhead, handheld spray, and built-in niches. An updated hall bath completes the second level. The finished basement adds valuable living space with a recreation area, laundry, storage, and utility rooms. Additional highlights include a 2025 roof, owned solar panels for significant electric savings, newer garage door and opener, Nest thermostats, pull-down attic stairs, vinyl siding, covered front porch, paver driveway and walkway, and beautiful landscaping. Less than 1 mile to train station, close to buses, shopping, and major roadways.
CJMLS #2703265R
Aug 27, 2026
Listed
$769,000
$405/sq ft
Aug 25, 2026
Coming Soon
$769,000
$405/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 2000
Sold
$140,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,047 (+3.4%)
$21,700 + $89,300
$111,000
2024
$13,580 (+4.4%)
$21,700 + $89,300
$111,000
2023
$13,013 (+8.3%)
$21,700 + $89,300
$111,000
2022
$12,016 (+0.9%)
$21,700 + $89,300
$111,000
2021
$11,913 (+3.2%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2020
$11,549 (+1.2%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2019
$11,411 (+3.3%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2018
$11,046 (+1.9%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2017
$10,845 (+0.8%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2016
$10,757 (+3.9%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2014
$10,349 (+1.6%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2013
$10,185 (+6.6%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2011
$9,553 (+5.0%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2010
$9,099 (+5.2%)
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
2009
$8,650
$21,700 + $83,500
$105,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
63 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
9,374 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,898
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,898
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2500783 00027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
R-7.5
High-Density Single-Family Residential Zone
The purpose of the R-7.5 Residential Zone is to provide for varied types of housing to meet the desires of a certain segment of the population.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Avenel, NJ • 07001
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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56
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28
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
5.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 296 Remsen Ave
$779,383
$10K over list price of $769K
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