For sale

$635,000

Est. $3,824/mo —

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281 Friendship Rd, Cranbury, NJ 08512

About this home

Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and peaceful country living in this stunning, top-to-bottom renovated home. Situated on a spacious . 63-acre lot, this property offers a serene escape amidst picturesque fields and quiet country roads, while keeping you conveniently close to all local town amenities. Step inside to discover a bright, airy interior bathed in natural light. A welcoming sunroom stretches across the front of the home, offering the perfect spot to relax and take in the peaceful views. The main level features a thoughtfully designed layout, starting with a formal living room to the right of the center staircase, and a dining room that flows seamlessly into a state-of-the-art kitchen. Designed for the modern chef, this kitchen boasts crisp white cabinetry, elegant granite countertops, a functional island, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. Completing the main level are a convenient full bath with a beautiful tiled shower, a functional laundry room with easy access to the driveway and side yard, and a dedicated mudroom with direct access to the basement and backyard. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms offering ample closet space, accompanied by a second full, tiled bathroom. Outside, the property truly shines with huge side and back yards—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the warmer seasons to the fullest. This home has been meticulously updated and is move-in ready; don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours—come tour it today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1870Year Built

0.63 acresLot Size

4 spacesParking

Listed by Dawn Monsport • Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton

•609-987-8889 (broker)

•klrw240@kw.com (broker)

Listing updated: Aug 14, 2026 at 08:14am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #NJMX2012468

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$3,824 per month

Principal and interest$3,169

Property taxes

$565

HOA dues

Home insurance

$90

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Indian Fields Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi

8/10

Crossroads South

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

8/10

South Brunswick High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

281 Friendship Rd · $635,000

Strong offer

$649K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $649K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 64 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% above list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Estimated living area
Unfinished basement

Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the upper level
Rooms include living room, dining room, master bedroom, two additional bedrooms, sun/Florida room, mud room

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms total (one on main level, one on the upper level)

Kitchen
Kitchen (appliances not specified)

Laundry & utility
Laundry room

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central A/C (electric)
Electric hot water

Sale and tax history for 281 Friendship Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #NJMX2012468

Jul 24, 2026

Relisted

—

Jul 20, 2026

Contingent

—

Jun 13, 2026

Listed

$635,000

CJMLS #2617695R

Jul 24, 2026

Relisted

—

Jul 20, 2026

Contingent

—

Jun 12, 2026

Listed

$635,000

+29

Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and peaceful country living in this stunning, top-to-bottom renovated home. Situated on a spacious .63-acre lot, this property offers a serene escape amidst picturesque fields and quiet country roads, while keeping you conveniently close to all local town amenities. Step inside to discover a bright, airy interior bathed in natural light. A welcoming sunroom stretches across the front of the home, offering the perfect spot to relax and take in the peaceful views. The main level features a thoughtfully designed layout, starting with a formal living room to the right of the center staircase, and a dining room that flows seamlessly into a state-of-the-art kitchen. Designed for the modern chef, this kitchen boasts crisp white cabinetry, elegant granite countertops, a functional island, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. Completing the main level are a convenient full bath with a beautiful tiled shower, a functional laundry room with easy access to the driveway and side yard, and a dedicated mudroom with direct access to the basement and backyard. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms offering ample closet space, accompanied by a second full, tiled bathroom. Outside, the property truly shines with huge side and back yardsideal for entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the warmer seasons to the fullest. This home has been meticulously updated and is move-in ready; don't miss your opportunity to make it yourscome tour it today!

Public Records

Feb 24, 2026

Sold

$310,000

Public Records

Jan 14, 2003

Sold

$215,000

Public Records

Jun 18, 2001

Sold

$107,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,784 (+4.1%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2024

$6,515 (+3.7%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2023

$6,281 (+3.1%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2022

$6,094 (+0.4%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2021

$6,070 (−1.0%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2020

$6,131 (−0.9%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2019

$6,187 (+3.4%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2018

$5,984 (+0.1%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2017

$5,976 (+1.1%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2016

$5,913 (+4.9%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2014

$5,639 (+2.3%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2013

$5,510 (+3.3%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2011

$5,333 (+7.3%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2010

$4,969 (+3.6%)

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

2009

$4,795

$59,100 + $61,500

$120,600

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,770

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,770

Year built

1870

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2100004 00006 04

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Cranbury, NJ • 08512

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

95/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.6 hrs

5.5 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 281 Friendship Rd

$628,274

$6,726 under list price of $635K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,709 per month, based on comparable rentals

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