For SaleOpen House1d on marketOpen House
20 Phelps Ave
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901 • 08901 • Middlesex County
$485,000
$269/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
3Baths
1,800Sqft
0.04 acLot
1972Built
Property DNA
Townhouse, End Unit Style
Built 1972 · 54 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio
Ceramic Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
1d on Market
Listed Apr 9, 2026
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1972
Ideal for self-occupied living or investment, this exceptional end-unit townhome is perfectly situated in the heart of New Brunswick near Rutgers University's Douglass and Cook campuses. The bus stop is at the end of the street. The trains/Amtrak are just 2 miles away. Enjoy convenient access to Rt 18, Rt 1, the NJ Turnpike, Downtown New Brunswick, and nearby hospitals. Shopping, dining, and recreation are all close by. This home offers hardwood floors. The eat-in kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and ample space to prepare your favorite meals. The formal dining room features a pass-through to the kitchenperfect for everyday meals or gatherings. The living room provides a comfortable setting for relaxing or entertaining, and a powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes two large closets and a private bath. Three additional bedrooms and the main bath complete the second floor. The basement provides options for a home gym or recreation area, along with laundry, utilities, and additional storage. A sliding glass door from the living room opens to the fenced backyard, which features a patio. Experience the perfect blend of location and lifestyle in your new home.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights eat-in kitchen, three additional bedrooms, and hardwood floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,018/month
Principal & Interest$2,371
Property Tax$485
Insurance$162
Down payment20% ($97,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $388,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1972
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ParkingNone
Lot1,881 sqft
Days on Zillow1 Day
Price/sqft$269
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTownhouse, End Unit
Year built1972
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNone
BasementFull, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
FencingFencing/Wall
Lot1,881 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08901
ZoningR-6
Annual tax$6,591
Parcel13007070000010003507C0020
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Entrance Foyer
Kitchen
Bath Half
Living Room
Dining Room
4 Bedrooms
Bath Full
Bath Main
None
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Gas Range/Oven
Refrigerator
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Deck
Patio
Fencing/Wall
Yard
Parking
None
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Lot Features
Near Shopping
Near Train
See Remarks
Near Public Transit
Utilities
Underground Utilities
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Gas
Natural Gas
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Full Bath
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market1
Est. value$474,000
Est. rent$3,626/mo
Tax rate1.82%
Price/sqft$269
On marketApr 9, 2026
PostedApr 9, 2026
Last sold$240,000
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views155
Favorites13
How are the schools in New Brunswick?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
Price history
19 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 9, 2026Listed For Sale$485,000$269All Jersey MLS
Jan 21, 2026Contingent$485,000$269All Jersey MLS
Dec 5, 2025Listed For Sale$485,000$269All Jersey MLS
Nov 20, 2025Listing Removed$3,400$2GSMLS
Oct 19, 2025Price Change$3,400$2GSMLS
Sep 29, 2025Listed For Rent$3,500$2GSMLS
Feb 2, 2015Listing Removed$2,200$1Real Property Management All-Star
Dec 7, 2014Listed For Rent$2,200$1Real Property Management All-Star
Oct 23, 2014Listing Removed$2,200$1Jack Pedersen Realty
Oct 15, 2014Listed For Rent$2,200$1Jack Pedersen Realty
Aug 27, 2014Sold$240,000$133GSMLS
Jul 24, 2014Price Change$250,000$139Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
May 28, 2014Price Change$259,900$144Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Apr 12, 2014Listed For Sale$267,500$149Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Dec 3, 2013Listing Removed$285,000$158Keller Williams Elite Realty
Nov 26, 2013Listed For Sale$285,000$158Keller Williams Elite Realty
Aug 21, 2013Listing Removed$285,000$158Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Jul 7, 2013Price Change$285,000$158Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Apr 13, 2013Listed For Sale$299,900$167Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Listed For Sale$485,000
Apr 9, 2026•$269/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Contingent$485,000
Jan 21, 2026•$269/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$485,000
Dec 5, 2025•$269/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Listing Removed$3,400
Nov 20, 2025•$2/sqft•GSMLS
Price Change$3,400
Oct 19, 2025•$2/sqft•GSMLS
Listed For Rent$3,500
Sep 29, 2025•$2/sqft•GSMLS
Listing Removed$2,200
Feb 2, 2015•$1/sqft•Real Property Management All-Star
Listed For Rent$2,200
Dec 7, 2014•$1/sqft•Real Property Management All-Star
Listing Removed$2,200
Oct 23, 2014•$1/sqft•Jack Pedersen Realty
Listed For Rent$2,200
Oct 15, 2014•$1/sqft•Jack Pedersen Realty
Sold$240,000
Aug 27, 2014•$133/sqft•GSMLS
Price Change$250,000
Jul 24, 2014•$139/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Price Change$259,900
May 28, 2014•$144/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Listed For Sale$267,500
Apr 12, 2014•$149/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Listing Removed$285,000
Dec 3, 2013•$158/sqft•Keller Williams Elite Realty
Listed For Sale$285,000
Nov 26, 2013•$158/sqft•Keller Williams Elite Realty
Listing Removed$285,000
Aug 21, 2013•$158/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Price Change$285,000
Jul 7, 2013•$158/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Listed For Sale$299,900
Apr 13, 2013•$167/sqft•Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$6,422$245,200
Apr 10, 2024$6,422$245,200
Apr 10, 2023$6,235$245,200
Apr 10, 2022$6,103$245,200
Apr 10, 2021$6,079$245,200
Apr 10, 2020—$245,200
Apr 10, 2019$5,806$245,200
Apr 10, 2018$4,412$245,200
Apr 10, 2017$6,288$245,200
Apr 10, 2016$6,138$107,200
Apr 10, 2015$6,029$107,200
Apr 10, 2014$5,981$107,200
Apr 10, 2013$5,868$107,200
Apr 10, 2012$5,717$107,200
Apr 10, 2011$5,534$107,200
Apr 10, 2010$5,389$107,200
Apr 10, 2009$5,236$107,200
Apr 10, 2008—$107,200
Apr 10, 2007—$107,200
Apr 10, 2006—$107,200
Apr 10, 2005—$107,200
Apr 10, 2004$4,256$107,200
Apr 10, 2003—$107,200
Apr 10, 2002—$107,200
Apr 10, 2001—$107,200
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Local context around this listing
New Brunswick, NJ • Middlesex County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
0890108903089220893308988
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