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darn, I really like the prices and the styles of these homes. I have 2 kids (11 and 13), does anyone know or recommend an area like this but with kids ? I really like the Thomas R. Grover Middle School in WW/Plainsboro area (per the great reviews) .
In Hillsborough, is there are part of that county to avoid? We are considering townhouses as well with 3 bdrms. Will be coming down to scout this week. thank you
I have been through this, seeing an adult community home on zillow and falling in love only to realise its not for me. So frustrating.
For the peace of your mind always do a google search and checkout its description on coldwell/remax/weichert etc They will mention if its 'adult' or not.
Good schools within 35 mins of New Brunswick are as follows West Windsor/plainsboro, Bridgewater, Highland Park, Metuchen, Montgomery, Edison, East Brunswick, South Brunswick)
All of the above are good areas to live in for your situation, but a 4 bedroom under $375K will narrow you down to South Brunswick, check out kendall park area.
I have been through this, seeing an adult community home on zillow and falling in love only to realise its not for me. So frustrating.
For the peace of your mind always do a google search and checkout its description on coldwell/remax/weichert etc They will mention if its 'adult' or not.
Good schools within 35 mins of New Brunswick are as follows West Windsor/plainsboro, Bridgewater, Highland Park, Metuchen, Montgomery, Edison, East Brunswick, South Brunswick)
All of the above are good areas to live in for your situation, but a 4 bedroom under $375K will narrow you down to South Brunswick, check out kendall park area.
Thanks for the info, guess it's back to Zillow to search again. We could go as high as $425K.
Thanks for the info, guess it's back to Zillow to search again. We could go as high as $425K.
I'd think Bernards Twp may be a great solution! They have several wonderful townhome communities in your price range, as well as a few SFH and the schools are top tier - in fact so good they are considered among the best in the country. One of the best parts of living in Bernards Twp, for the OP is that Cedar Hill Elementary (one of the schools in the Bernards Twp school district) currently houses a state-of-the-art public program for children on the autism spectrum, utilizing the principles of ABA and is considered one of the best programs for those on the spectrum within the state. The community is wonderful to live in, there is a train station on the midtown direct line at both Basking Ridge as well as Lyons sections of the Twp. The only downside would be that your work commute would be a bit over your desired 30 min. (more like 45 ish).
One has to be a bit diligent when seeking housing in Bernards Twp, as you have to look up possible housing using different names depending on which site you are using. Bernards Twp includes areas known as Basking Ridge, Lyons, Liberty Corner and West Millington. (be careful as part of Millington is in Long Hill Twp, and that is a different school district) There is a small section of Bernards Twp that uses a Martinsville address for postal purposes, so you have to look carefully there as well. A good local realtor (one based in Basking Ridge perhaps) will be able to help with these intricacies.
Hi KoalaNJ, I'll make sure to check this location and the school for my son who's on the spectrum. can't thank all the posters enough, this is a great forum! what's another 15 mins from work when your kids and family comes first. : )
I have been through this, seeing an adult community home on zillow and falling in love only to realise its not for me. So frustrating.
For the peace of your mind always do a google search and checkout its description on coldwell/remax/weichert etc They will mention if its 'adult' or not.
Good schools within 35 mins of New Brunswick are as follows West Windsor/plainsboro, Bridgewater, Highland Park, Metuchen, Montgomery, Edison, East Brunswick, South Brunswick)
All of the above are good areas to live in for your situation, but a 4 bedroom under $375K will narrow you down to South Brunswick, check out kendall park area.
Yes sure, check out Kendall Park for a 60 yr old 3/1.5 dump with no basement, but you'll get the "good schools"
Theres a brand new renovated home on Sand Hill Rd that has been for sale for over 2 years, still no buyer.
You know what I just realized, OP who is coming from Cinci, with a new family, about to make a very stressful decision, is getting advice from a poster (who I just quoted) who just posted a thread asking which schools/area is better, and just nixed a home deal becuase of an old water stain. This first time home buyer is apparently now an expert on both area and school systems, although they don't live in either community nor have children in the school system.
Moral of the story folks, take everything on this board with a grain of salt.
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Yes sure, check out Kendall Park for a 60 yr old 3/1.5 dump with no basement, but you'll get the "good schools"
Theres a brand new renovated home on Sand Hill Rd that has been for sale for over 2 years, still no buyer.
You know what I just realized, OP who is coming from Cinci, with a new family, about to make a very stressful decision, is getting advice from a poster (who I just quoted) who just posted a thread asking which schools/area is better, and just nixed a home deal becuase of an old water stain. This first time home buyer is apparently now an expert on both area and school systems, although they don't live in either community nor have children in the school system.
Moral of the story folks, take everything on this board with a grain of salt.
OP asked for a 4 bedroom under 375K, hence mentioned Kendall Park.
I took the decision of not buying the home after talking to a home inspection company and attorney. I am ready to explain every little detail of it if you want to spend your valuable time reading it.
It can take as little as one day to learn about which schools are better in which area. I've spent my last few days reading nj school report cards and on great school.org and asking friends and family as well. I guess they all must've given me false info
I'd think Bernards Twp may be a great solution! They have several wonderful townhome communities in your price range, as well as a few SFH and the schools are top tier - in fact so good they are considered among the best in the country. One of the best parts of living in Bernards Twp, for the OP is that Cedar Hill Elementary (one of the schools in the Bernards Twp school district) currently houses a state-of-the-art public program for children on the autism spectrum, utilizing the principles of ABA and is considered one of the best programs for those on the spectrum within the state. The community is wonderful to live in, there is a train station on the midtown direct line at both Basking Ridge as well as Lyons sections of the Twp. The only downside would be that your work commute would be a bit over your desired 30 min. (more like 45 ish).
One has to be a bit diligent when seeking housing in Bernards Twp, as you have to look up possible housing using different names depending on which site you are using. Bernards Twp includes areas known as Basking Ridge, Lyons, Liberty Corner and West Millington. (be careful as part of Millington is in Long Hill Twp, and that is a different school district) There is a small section of Bernards Twp that uses a Martinsville address for postal purposes, so you have to look carefully there as well. A good local realtor (one based in Basking Ridge perhaps) will be able to help with these intricacies.
Yes, KoalaNJ is right. Bernards twp is a wonderful town to live in and has great schools. I hear great things from those with kids who have special needs in the town. Definitely reserach further.
Good Luck!
Yes sure, check out Kendall Park for a 60 yr old 3/1.5 dump with no basement, but you'll get the "good schools"
Well, not really! You can find a 20 year old 3BR/2.5BA decent house in Kendall Park within OP's budget (425k). Not the whole of Kendall Park is old ranch houses. And then there are a few of these 60 year old ranch houses that are very upgraded and much better maintained than a 15 year old house.
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It can take as little as one day to learn about which schools are better in which area.
Hello all, just an update. After last week in NJ, we are thinking of either house/townhouse in S.Brunswick. I've heard that the schools are very good and the commute to New Brunswick is about 30 mins. Also, train station (Princeton Junction) not too far if we want to venture out to NYC and close to Princeton. Does anyone know which areas of S Brunswick I should avoid looking for homes? Thank you
Hello all, just an update. After last week in NJ, we are thinking of either house/townhouse in S.Brunswick. I've heard that the schools are very good and the commute to New Brunswick is about 30 mins. Also, train station (Princeton Junction) not too far if we want to venture out to NYC and close to Princeton. Does anyone know which areas of S Brunswick I should avoid looking for homes? Thank you
There are no bad parts in South Brunswick! Also, no undesirable towns neighboring SB, so you don't have to worry about avoiding a specific section.
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