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Property Description
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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 216 Handy St
General
- Price: $539,900
- Taxes: $7,680 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2770379M
- Updated: 8/27/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dining Room, Bath Half, Kitchen, Living Room, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
- Appliances: Gas Range/Oven, Oven, Electric Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 2,072 Sq. Ft.
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None, None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Curbs, Fencing/Wall, Open Porch(es), Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: 3 Cars Deep, Detached
- Parking: 3 Cars Deep, Detached
Location
- County: Middlesex
Community
- Gated: Curbs, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Radiant
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement Desc.: Full, Daylight
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,072
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1148
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,001
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Lot Features: Near Public Transit, Near Shopping, Near Train
- Zoning: R-5A
- Lot Description: Near Public Transit, Near Shopping, Near Train
- Fencing (Description): Fencing/Wall
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,680
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 130018800000001501
Listed by Weichert Co Realtors
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Schools
Schools serving 216 Handy St
School District:New Brunswick City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Livingston Elementary School 206 Delavan Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
New Brunswick Middle School 1125 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
New Brunswick High School 1000 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 216 Handy St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/24/2026
Listed
$539,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 216 Handy St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,680
3%
$285,700
—
2024
$7,482
3%
$285,700
—
2023
$7,265
2%
$285,700
—
2022
$7,111
12%
$285,700
—
2022
$6,334
5%
$285,700
—
2021
$6,026
43%
$285,700
—
2021
$4,219
-38%
$285,700
—
2018
$6,765
4%
$285,700
—
2017
$6,497
-3%
$285,700
151%
2016
$6,676
2%
$113,800
—
2015
$6,516
-6%
$113,800
-60%
2019
$6,923
9%
$285,700
151%
2013
$6,349
—
$113,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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216 Handy Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (MLS# 2770379M) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 216 Handy Street is currently listed for $539,900 and was received on August 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 216 Handy Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Brunswick? You can browse all New Brunswick real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

