Welcome to 23 Longfield Rd, a beautifully updated Cape offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a fully finished basement in a convenient New Brunswick location. This move-in ready home combines classic charm with extensive modern upgrades, providing the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and peace of mind. Step inside to discover a bright and inviting interior featuring spacious living areas, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinetry. The thoughtful layout provides comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The separate dining area creates the perfect setting for family gatherings and holiday celebrations. First floor bedroom w/ full bath. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, while the finished basement offers valuable additional living space ideal for a recreation room, home office, gym, media room, or guest area. This home has undergone numerous significant improvements, making it an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a property with major systems already addressed. Recent updates include a new water heater installed in November 2022, and a new central air conditioning system installed in November 2022. Brand new sewer line to the main have been replaced. Updated Electrical system, Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped and fully fenced backyard designed for relaxation and entertaining. The outdoor space features a paver patio area, fire pit, storage shed, and gazebo structure, creating the perfect setting for gatherings with family and friends. The spacious yard provides plenty of room for recreation, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Solar panel system installed in 2025. Full list of updates available. Conveniently located near major highways, Rutgers University, hospitals, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this home offers easy access to everything New Brunswick and the surrounding areas have to offer. Don't miss this opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated home with a finished basement, major capital improvements already completed, and a fantastic outdoor living space. Schedule your private showing today!
Rutgers Village, located between Livingston Avenue and the Raritan River, is a residential and campus-adjacent New Brunswick neighborhood with garden-style apartments and tree-lined internal drives. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Livingston Ave corridor near the Rutgers–New Brunswick campus edge, where corner delis, takeout counters, and student-serving storefronts set a steady weekday rhythm. Low-rise brick buildings and courtyards give the area a mid-century, walkable feel, with footpaths linking to nearby academic greens. Johnson Park’s riverfront lawns and trails add open space for a reset between errands. Cultural gravity comes from State Theatre New Jersey, George Street Playhouse, and the Zimmerli Art Museum, all closely tied to local routines.
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Market insights
23 Longfield Rd · $575,000
DAYS ON MARKET
66 days
The average home goes pending in 63 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.9%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$575,000
Median sale price in this area is $599,906. (4% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
11% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Finished basement with utility room and laundry facilities
Storage space
Formal dining room
Living room
Kitchen
Full baths
Bedrooms
Master bedroom approximately 20.5 x 10
Additional bedrooms approximately 11.25 x 9.17 and 8.92 x 14.67
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Granite/Corian countertops
Pantry
Kitchen exhaust fan
Electric and gas range/oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Oven/Range
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Gas water heater
Basement laundry facilities
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Yard
Fencing/wall
Outbuilding(s) and storage shed
Home design
Detached property
Two levels
Parking
Attached garage
Detached garage
Garage with 2-car width and 2-car depth (see remarks)
Open parking
Construction
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas
Photovoltaic power
Electricity and solar
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Great Opportunity! No more waiting for a property at the Right location. Take a look a this beautiful 3 Bedroom Cape Cod Home.2 Full badroom, update kitchen,full basement partial finish.fence backyard. Close to schools and major Roadways,Rt1,RT18, NJTKP. Don't Miss the opportunity.
CJMLS #1709256
Apr 18, 2017
Sold
$155,500
Apr 1, 2017
Delisted
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Jan 19, 2017
Contingent
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Jan 14, 2017
Listed
$155,000
+12
HUD Home. Sold €AS IS€ by elec. bid onlyProp avail 01-13-17. Bids due by 01-17-17 11:59 PM Central Time then daily until sold. FHA Case #352-540614. UK 203k elig or UI 203k elig. For Prop conditions, Forms, Discl & Avail please visit HUD Homestore. Buyer to verify all info. LBP
Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$292,000
CJMLS #514302
Jul 15, 2005
Sold
$282,000
Apr 17, 2005
Listed
$299,000
Public Records
Dec 17, 1991
Sold
$115,000
Public Records
Mar 1, 1970
Sold
$16,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,016 (+2.6%)
$123,800 + $211,600
$335,400
2024
$8,784 (+45.9%)
$123,800 + $211,600
$335,400
2023
$6,022 (+2.2%)
$123,800 + $211,600
$335,400
2022
$5,894 (+0.4%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2021
$5,870 (+0.4%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2020
$5,849 (+1.9%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2019
$5,738 (+2.3%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2018
$5,607 (+4.1%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2017
$5,385 (−15.6%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2016
$6,382 (+4.3%)
$123,800 + $113,000
$236,800
2014
$6,118 (+0.8%)
$43,900 + $64,900
$108,800
2013
$6,070 (+4.6%)
$43,900 + $64,900
$108,800
2011
$5,802 (+3.3%)
$43,900 + $64,900
$108,800
2010
$5,616 (+2.7%)
$43,900 + $64,900
$108,800
2009
$5,469
$43,900 + $64,900
$108,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
6,499 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,536
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1300743 00013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
R-3
Single-Family Residential District
The intent and purpose of this district is to provide for the expansion and preservation of the integrity of low and medium density single-family residential areas within the community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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
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Historical weather
New Brunswick, NJ • 08901
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 23 Longfield Rd
$564,844
$10K under list price of $575K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $515K to $657K.