$589,000

17 Stern Pl Fords, NJ 08863

$6,994
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,680 sqft
0.2 acres
$351 / sqft
House

Property details

About 17 Stern Pl

Move-in ready! This stunning split-level home, located in a quiet cul-de-sac, features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and beautiful hardwood floors. A long driveway leads to a one-car garage with a charming brick side path. The first floor includes a family room, a bedroom, and a full bath. Just a few steps up, the living room boasts bay windows and sloped ceilings, which extend into the dining room, illuminated by an elegant chandelier. The contemporary kitchen offers a newly replaced stovetop oven, ample cabinets & counter space, a tiled backsplash, recessed lighting, a Sakura-branded exhaust fan, and a refrigerator included in the sale. Upstairs, the third floor hosts 3 spacious bedrooms with engineered flooring and a full bathroom with tiled walls for easy cleaning. The master bedroom offers abundant natural light and two closets for extra storage. The finished basement is perfect for entertaining, with a corner bar, shelving display cases, and vinyl flooring. Outside, the private backyard features a patio area with outdoor tiles, gravel pathways, and a shed for gardening supplies. Conveniently located near Metro Park and Metuchen Train Stations, bus stops, major highways, and shopping at Menlo Park & Woodbridge Malls. Washer and dryer not included. Join us for an open house on 2/23 from 1-3 PM!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(Active - Atty Revu)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,680 sqft
Lot size0.2242 Acres
Year built1955
Parking2 Car Width, Concrete, Paver Blocks, Attached
MLS #2561018M
Attached garage1 space

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Summary

  • MLS Number: 2561018M
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: BETTER HOMES&GARDENS RE MATURO

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17 Stern Pl

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$95,500$11,707
2022$90,300$10,771
2021$90,300$10,660
2020$90,300$10,048
2019$90,300$9,849

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Lafayette Estates Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

Ford Avenue

5

James Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

7 Sharp Rd

6

Ford Avenue Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

186 Ford Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $92,045. Residents of Fords, NJ typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
11%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

21%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 17 Stern Pl

This home is located at 17 Stern Pl in Fords, NJ and zip code 08863. This 1,680 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $589,000.

Fords, NJ housing market in January 2025 saw over 4 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 0 sold below. Between December and January 2025, Fords, NJ real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 21.2%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $485,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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