Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,722 sqft$346/sqft
286 Franklin Rd, North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.38 acresLot Size
1959Year Built
$346/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to Sought-After Colonial Gardens! Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this charming ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenienceall on one easy-living level. A paver walkway welcomes you to the front door, where you're immediately greeted by rich hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the sunlit living room. Entertain with ease in the spacious dining room, then step into the beautifully updated kitchen featuring slate-look tile flooring,...Welcome to Sought-After Colonial Gardens! Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this charming ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenienceall on one easy-living level. A paver walkway welcomes you to the front door, where you're immediately greeted by rich hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the sunlit living room. Entertain with ease in the spacious dining room, then step into the beautifully updated kitchen featuring slate-look tile flooring, a glass tile backsplash, granite countertops, upgraded appliances, a large center island, and a window that frames views of the professionally landscaped backyard. Just off the kitchen, a sun-drenched glass-enclosed porch provides a peaceful spot to relax and leads directly to the two-car garage and a secondary entrance to the basement. The home offers three generously sized bedrooms and a stylishly renovated main bath. The partially finished basement boasts custom knotty pine woodwork, a full bath, ample storage space, and plenty of room for recreation or hobbies. Additional highlights include newer windows, a 3-year-old roof, a newer hot water heater, and a tranquil yard with mature trees/landscaping that enhance the home's serene setting.
  • Listed by: KAREN SCARPA • RE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC.
Listing closed: 09/04/2026 03:03 AM • Source: CJMLS, MLS#: 2561820M

Location

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Property Information for 286 Franklin Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $13,432 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Tax ID Number: 14-00262 02-00003
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Other
  • Style: Ranch
  • Levels/Stories: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 06-28-2025
  • Subdivision: COLONIAL GARDENS
  • Subdivision: COLONIAL GARDENS (MIDDLESEX NJ)
  • Municipality: NORTH BRUNSWICK TWP
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,722.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Lot Size: 0.38 AC / 16,501 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396303
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: John Adams
  • High School: North Brunswick
  • County: MIDDLESEX
  • MLS Area: North Brunswick Twp (21214)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $212,000
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: *
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $134,500
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $77,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: R2
  • Tax Lot: 00003
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,722.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 110.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2689479
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Storm Door(s), Storm Window(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS

Property History for 286 Franklin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 4, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #3970928

Sep 4, 2025

Sold

MOMLS #22518419

Sep 3, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3970928

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/04/2026

Sold

GSMLS #3970928

09/04/2025

Sold

MOMLS #22518419

09/03/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3970928

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 286 Franklin Road

Taxable ValueLand$77,500Additions$134,500Total$212,000
Tax Record2025$13,931 ($1,161 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,722 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,722 SqFtLot Size16,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated1959ZoningR2CountyMIDDLESEXAPN14-00262-02-00003

Schools near 286 Franklin Road

This home is within North Brunswick Township Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 5 to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Arthur M. Judd Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

North Brunswick Twp. Middle School
Public7 to 8

North Brunswick Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Linwood Middle School
Public5 to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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