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158 Ford Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863

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$425,000

2 beds • 1 baths • 1,050 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 2,851 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$7,968 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $404.76
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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Welcome home to this beautifully updated **2-bedroom, 1-bath residence** where every detail has been thoughtfully enhanced by the owner with modern touches. The main floor invites you into a warm and cozy living space, featuring an inviting **living room with ample natural light**, an **open dining area** perfect for gatherings, and a kitchen with updated appliances and stylish cabinetry. The lower level offers a **finished basement** with a dedicated laundry area, providing convenience and extra space for storage or a potential home office.Outside, the expansive backyard awaits with a **large above-ground pool** and an impressive deck. There is a **garage parking space** for your convenience. Ideally located near public transportation, this home is perfect for commuters and is just minutes away from popular restaurants, vibrant entertainment spots, and shopping centers. With its blend of style, comfort, and convenience, this home is the perfect choice for those looking for a welcoming and move-in-ready starter home!
MLS# 2508991R

Courtesy Of eXp Realty, LLC

(866) 201-6210

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Lot Size
    0.16 Acres

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $2,187
  • Property Taxes
    $664
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
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  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Lafayette Estates Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Fords, NJ 08863 0.8 miles
Ford avenue

430 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details

Fords Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Fords, NJ 08863 0.5 miles
Fanning street

637 total students
10:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

Woodbridge High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Woodbridge, NJ 07095 2.8 miles
25 samuel lupo pl

1540 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D-

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Ford Avenue Elementary School 0.1 miles Public KG-5 B-
Dual Language School 0.3 miles Public 4-8 C
James Monroe Elementary School 0.9 miles Public KG-5 C
Childrens World Academy Llc 1 miles Private KG
Herbert Hoover Middle School 1.2 miles Public 6-8 C+
Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School 1.6 miles Public KG-5 C+
James J. Flynn Elementary School 1.7 miles Public KG-4 D-
The Goddard School Of Woodbridge 1.8 miles Private PK-KG
Lakeview School 1.8 miles Private PK
Middlesex County Vocational Academy Allied Health & Biomedical Science 2 miles Public 8-12 A+
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School 2 miles Public PK-KG
St James Elementary School 2.2 miles Private PK-8
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center 2.2 miles Public PK
Mawbey Street Elementary School 2.3 miles Public KG-5 B+
Ross Street Elementary School 2.3 miles Public KG-5 F
Callicorp Dba Friends Of The Family Child Care Cen 2.3 miles Private PK-KG
Academy For Urban Leadership Charter School 2.4 miles Public 7-12 F
Metuchen High School 2.4 miles Public 9-12 A-

Ford Avenue Elementary School

Distance: 0.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

Dual Language School

Distance: 0.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 4-8

C

James Monroe Elementary School

Distance: 0.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C

Childrens World Academy Llc

Distance: 1 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG

Herbert Hoover Middle School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C+

Menlo Park Terrace Elementary School

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C+

James J. Flynn Elementary School

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-4

D-

The Goddard School Of Woodbridge

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Lakeview School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK

Middlesex County Vocational Academy Allied Health & Biomedical Science

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 8-12

A+

Mildred B. Moss Elementary School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-KG

St James Elementary School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK

Mawbey Street Elementary School

Distance: 2.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B+

Ross Street Elementary School

Distance: 2.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

F

Callicorp Dba Friends Of The Family Child Care Cen

Distance: 2.3 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Academy For Urban Leadership Charter School

Distance: 2.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 7-12

F

Metuchen High School

Distance: 2.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

A-

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Fords, NJ 08863

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Fords, NJ 08863

This community’s employment is highest in the sales and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

85° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month
4,919 Total Households in Area
-0.9% Increase in population since the year 2010
32.9%
of households
have children
31 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Fords, NJ 08863

Fords, NJ 08863 has a population of 13,320 people in 4,919 households with a median age of 38 years old.

-0.9%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
4,872
Total households as of 2010
4.8%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 38 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 29%
Asian 18%
Other 14%
Black 12%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 43%, followed by Hispanic at 29%, Asian at 18%, and Other at 14%.

Economics
for Fords, NJ 08863

5,960 /sq mi
Population Density
$106,735 /yr
Median Household Income
$435,000
Median Sales Price
31 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 15.75% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 85%
  • Public Transit 7%
  • Work from Home 5%
  • Walk or Bike 3%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 3,279 64%
Rented 1,639 32%
Vacant 203 4%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 74%
Blue Collar 26%

Family & Education Facts
for Fords, NJ 08863

38 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.7
persons per
household

53.3%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 24%
High School Graduate 23%
Some College 20%
Graduate Degree 12%
Some High School 11%
Associates Degree 10%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 23.83% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
32.9% of households have children

Weather
for Fords, NJ 08863

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 85° F in July to a low of 24° F in January

85° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
24°
39°
Feb
25°
41°
Mar
32°
49°
Apr
41°
61°
May
51°
71°
Jun
60°
80°
Jul
66°
85°
Aug
65°
83°
Sep
57°
76°
Oct
46°
66°
Nov
38°
54°
Dec
28°
43°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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