Beautifully maintained split-level home in the heart of East Brunswick. This 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home offers multiple levels of living space ideal for today's lifestyle. The spacious eat-in kitchen features ample cabinet storage, natural light, and a filtered water spigot. The primary bedroom includes a sitting/lounge area, loft-style open closet, and eave storage with access panelsperfect for additional storage or flexible use. Finished lower-level recreation room includes built-in storage access that runs the full length of the home. Garage has been converted to an additional living area but can easily be converted back. Two updated full bathrooms. Full-house water softener/filtration system installed less than a year ago. Exterior features include a private deck, vinyl privacy fence, 2-car driveway, above-ground pool with heater (negotiable), storage shed, and mature trees with a hammock area. Commuter-friendly location with NYC bus stop just 0.5 miles away at Hillsdale Rd and Route 18. Approximately 45-minute commute to Port Authority. Located near East Brunswick Transportation Center, major highways, shopping, and dining. Brunswick Square Mall and movie theater also 0.5 miles away. Zoned for Bowne-Munro Elementary School (0.4 miles away), the smallest elementary school in East Brunswick with small class sizes. Also served by Hammarskjold Middle School (grades 5-6), Churchill Jr. High (grades 7-9), and East Brunswick High School (grades 10-12). School bus pick-up/drop-off for upper schools is directly in front of the home. Enjoy easy access to parks, Crystal Springs water park, and a new town ice rink underconstruction.