Address
216 Handy Street, New Brunswick, NJ
Price
$ 539,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#2770379M
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMiddlesex
- CityNew Brunswick
- Neighborhoodincl
- Zip08901
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1900
- Taxes$ 7680
- Price$ 539,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2072
- Lot Size0.1148 Acres
Data Source:
All Jersey MLS
Property Description
Character, Convenience & Classic New Brunswick Charm are just a few words to describe this home. Welcome to 216 Handy St, a spacious 2,072-square-foot Colonial offering timeless character, generous living space, and a convenient location in the heart of New Brunswick. Freshly painted and filled with natural light, this home features beautiful original hardwood floors and generously sized rooms throughout. The inviting living room offers large front windows, French doors, and a built-in wall unit, while the flexible dining area provides plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. The approximately 13' x 15' kitchen features high ceilings and a large walk-in pantry with abundant storage. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with two closets. The third floor adds approximately 14' x 42' of bonus space, ideal for storage, hobbies, a home office, or additional flexible space. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard, two-car detached garage, and a long driveway with parking for approximately 3-4 vehicles. The home has also been converted from oil to gas. Location is a standout feature, with public transportation just one block away and convenient access to Rutgers University, RWJ University Hospital, downtown New Brunswick, restaurants, shopping, the Theater District, train and bus transportation, and commuting options to NYC. This is an estate sale, and the sellers are offering a Home Warrantyask for details. Classic charm, generous space, off-street parking, and a location that puts New Brunswick at your doorstep. Schedule your private showing of 216 Handy St today!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Listed $539,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2072 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Radiant |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Zoning | R-5A |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | One,Two,Three Or More |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Middlesex |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| City | New Brunswick |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5001 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7680 |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Appliances | Gas Range/Oven,Oven,Electric Water Heater |
| Gas Y/N | Natural Gas |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/msx/2770379M |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Pool Features | None |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | incl |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| HOA Fee 2 Frequency | Monthly |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Community Features | Curbs,Sidewalks |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Dining Room,Bath Half,Kitchen,Living Room,1 Bedroom,2 Bedrooms,3 Bedrooms,4 Bedrooms,Bath Full,Attic |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Wood |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Basement | Full,Daylight |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Kitchen Features | Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry,Separate Dining Area |
| Dining Room Features | Formal Dining Room |
| Primary on Main | 143 |
| Second Bedroom Length | 11 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 13 |
| Bedroom 3 Area | 192 |
| Bedroom 3 Length | 12 |
| Bedroom 3 Width | 16 |
| Bedroom 4 Area | 128 |
| Bedroom 4 Length | 8 |
| Bedroom 4 Width | 16 |
| Dining Room Area | 13 |
| Dining Room Width | 13 |
| Living Room Area | 208 |
| Living Room Length | 13 |
| Living Room Width | 16 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 192 |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 16 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 12 |
| Dining Room Area | 169 |
| Kitchen Area | 195 |
| Kitchen Length | 13 |
| Kitchen Width | 15 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | 3 Cars Deep,Detached |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Near Public Transit,Near Shopping,Near Train |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.1148 |
| Building Area Total | 2072 |
| Lot Dimensions | 50X100 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1148 |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Exterior Amenities | Curbs,Fencing/Wall,Open Porch(es),Sidewalk |
| Fencing | Fencing/Wall |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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