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$525,000

216 Handy St

New Brunswick, NJ
Under Contract
4
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
2,072
Square Feet
0.11
Lot Size (acres)
1900
Year Built
61
Days On Market

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!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
23 days ago
Listed By
MICHELE ROY · WEICHERT CO REALTORS
MLS#
2770379M
Source
Central Jersey MLS
Status
Under Contract

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
216 Handy St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
City
New Brunswick
County
Middlesex
Neighborhood
incl
Zip Code
08901

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1.5
Stories
2
Year Built
1900
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Building Area
2,072 sq. ft.
Roof
Asphalt
Levels
Two, One, Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Oven, Gas Oven, Water Heater
Flooring
Wood
Patio and Porch
Porch
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating
Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.11 Acres
Lot Features
Near Public Transit
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected

Square Footage

Total
2,072 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$525,000
Annual Taxes
$7,680

Schools

100/100
Highland Park High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.6 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
497
Student body
41% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 22% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
33%
Phone
(732) 572-2400
76/100
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.9 mi
City
New Brunswick
Students
681
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
96% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Black · 1% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
59%
Phone
(732) 745-5300
76/100
North Brunswick Township Early Childhood Center
Grades PK–PK · 1.4 mi
City
North Brunswick
Students
106
Student–teacher
7.0
Student body
32% Hispanic / Latino · 28% Asian · 21% Black
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(732) 289-3600
63/100
New Brunswick Adult High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
New Brunswick
Students
85
Student–teacher
14.1
Student body
95% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
91%
Phone
(732) 745-5300
61/100
Highland Park Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.6 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
346
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
38% White · 22% Asian · 21% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(732) 572-2400
57/100
Bartle Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 02–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
463
Student body
35% White · 26% Asian · 21% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
40%
Phone
(732) 572-4100
55/100
A Chester Redshaw School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.2 mi
City
New Brunswick
Students
784
Student body
94% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
73%
Phone
(732) 745-5300
54/100
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.2 mi
City
New Brunswick
Students
690
Student body
96% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
98%
Phone
(732) 745-5300

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/26/2026Listed for sale$525,000

Listed by MICHELE ROY · WEICHERT CO REALTORS

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