78 Lawrence Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Borough/Hlnd Pk · Middlesex County
Key Facts
Description
This charming colonial home is full of character and special design features, both inside and out. A true gem waiting for the right buyer to make it their own. The main level offers a living room with a slider leading out to a generous deck, a bright sunroom off the kitchen, and a formal dining room with beautiful built-in cabinetry. Upstairs, two bedrooms with good closet space are complemented by a versatile sitting area, perfect for a home office. Outside, this home sits gracefully on a hill, offering an upper deck and a private lower patio. The sloped lot presents a wonderful opportunity to create a stunning terraced yard. Imagine beautifully landscaped levels connecting the upper and lower outdoor spaces. One of the most distinctive features of this property is its unique two-street presence. The home is accessed from Lawrence Street while the detached garage sits on Montgomery Street below, a rare and convenient configuration that adds both character and practicality. The full basement with a walkout to the lower patio provides excellent storage, utility, and workspace potential. A private front yard and welcoming front porch complete the picture. Additional highlights include a brand new roof, giving the next owner peace of mind from day one. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for new flooring. The old carpet has already been removed to make it move-in ready for your vision. With one and a half bathrooms and an abundance of unique spaces, this is a very special home ideal for a buyer ready to create something truly wonderful.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1920
Stories
2
Living Area
1,197 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Lot Dimensions
100.00 x 40.00
Garage Spaces
1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Zoning
RA
Days on Market
7
MLS® Listing#
2700175R
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Basement
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Construction
Roof
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Bedroom 112x16
- Dining Room13x15
- Kitchen16x10
- Living Room14x26
- Master Bedroom12x17
Financial Details
Annual Taxes
$9,531
Tax year 2025
Assessed Value
$350,000
Parcel Number
0701701000000006
Affordability Calculator
$93,000
Estimated monthly payment
$2,475/mo
Principal $372,000 · Est. interest $518,973 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Highland Park, NJ
- $783,019
- Median Listing Price
- 37
- Median Days on Market
- 1,660
- Median Sq Ft
- $510
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 275
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 41% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 24% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Highland Park, NJ.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Center School
Elementary · 0.3 mi away
Chick-A-Dee Child Care
School · 0.4 mi away
Yellow Brick Road Nursery School & Day Care
School · 0.4 mi away
Children's House Montessori
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Above and Beyond
School · 0.5 mi away
Highland Park Middle School
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
Pine Grove Cooperative Nursery School
School · 0.6 mi away
Rabbi Pesach Raymon Yeshiva
School · 0.6 mi away
Bartle Elementary School
Elementary · 0.7 mi away
Highland Park Public Schools
School · 0.7 mi away
Irving Primary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Reenas Bais Yaakov
School · 0.9 mi away
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Theta Chi - Rutgers University
School · 0.9 mi away
Lord Stirling Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
New Brunswick Health Sciences Technology High School
Secondary · 1.0 mi away
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · 1.0 mi away
John Marshall Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Paul Robeson Community School
Elementary · 1.3 mi away
Livingston Elementary School
Elementary · 1.3 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: CENTURY 21 J.J. LAUFER - 7322497717