5 N.J. Homes You Can Afford Without Winning The Powerball Jackpot

If you're like the rest of us, multimillion-dollar lottery jackpots like last week's $758 million Powerball bonanza can get you dreaming about those amazing properties that have all the bells and whistles and then some.

One woman in Massachusetts won the jackpot this week, bringing the rest of us back to earth. The good news is there are plenty for those of us who are working with smaller budgets.

Check out these five homes for less than $500,000 that pack a lot of value into the price, from prime location to plenty of space.

This Hillsborough House Offers Luxury On A Budget

This four-bedroom home in the 55-plus Hearthstone community in Hillsborough is bright with an abundance of windows and cathedral ceilings. A must see! Check out the full listing here.

Cozy Blue Cottage In Chester Could Be Yours For Just $339K

This cozy 19th century cottage has an open floor plan that great for entertaining close groups of friends. Children attend Dickerson Elementary, Black River Middle, and West Morris Mendham schools. Check out the full listing here.

3-Story Cinnaminson Home New To The Market For $270K

It's 15 minutes from Philadelphia and the open floor plan and three-bedroom top floor offers plenty of room for entertaining and comfort for your family. Check out the full listing here.

Suburban Splendor In Holmdel For Under $500K

Enjoy a backyard with a deck, a fully finished basement, four bedrooms, and one of the quietest, prettiest streets in Holmdel. All this, and with access to Holmdel's superior schools. Check out the full listing here.

Make This Jefferson Log Cabin Home For Just $70K

Maybe you're looking to downsize. If a really cozy space akin to the "tiny houses" is your dream, take a look at this one-bedroom log cabin. Check out the full listing here.

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