Become the ''Hostess with the Mostess'' in this show-stopping 17-year-young Colonial, offering approx. 2,445 sq ft of timeless charm and modern upgrades. This 4BR, 2.5BA home features a fully finished basement and designer finishes throughout! Curb appeal shines with vibrant landscaping, wired lighting, and a welcoming front entry. Inside, you'll find 9-ft ceilings, oak tread staircase, gleaming hardwood floors, crown molding, and dimmable recessed lighting. The spacious living and dining rooms are filled with natural light and custom moldings. The eat-in kitchen is a chef's dream with 42'' cabinets, under-cabinet dimmable lighting, granite counters, stainless appliances, glass tile backsplash, center island, and pantry lead to a composite deck with LED lighting and a lush, vinyl-fenced backyard. The first floor also features a modern laundry room with quartz counters, updated powder room, and a 1-car garage. Upstairs, the primary suite stuns with Brazilian cherry hardwood, tray ceilings, dual WICs, and a bright en-suite bath with quartz dual vanity. Three additional bedrooms (one with WIC) and a full hall bath with jetted tub and quartz vanity complete the second level. The fully finished basement adds valuable living space, featuring an electric fireplace, large open area for entertaining or family time, and a separate bonus room perfect for a home office, gym, or guest room. Additional updates include: New A/C (2022) New water heater (2024) WiFi thermostat Wired landscape lighting Composite deck & vinyl fence Commuter-friendly location: Minutes to Matawan & South Amboy train stations, NYC bus stops, GSP (Exit 120), Rt 9 & Rt 35. Close to Sprouts Market, Old Bridge Waterfront Park, Aberdeen Splash Park, Cheesequake Park, Laurence Harbor, and Raritan Bay. Old Bridge schools & taxes. Keyport mailing. Zip 07735. Situated on an oversized 87x80 lot in Old Bridge Twp (Keyport mailing, 07735),