Discover the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience in this classic Metuchen beauty, nestled on a highly desirable street just moments from vibrant downtown, shopping, and the train. Set on an extra-large fenced-in property, this home offers timeless character with thoughtful updates throughout. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including a stunning new primary suite with a California-style extra large closet, built-in bookcases, a cozy cedar-lined window seat, and a spa-like ensuite bath with double sinks and a soaking tub. Anderson windows throughout. Enjoy everyday comfort in the inviting den, a formal dining room, living room with gas fireplace, and an updated kitchen. The charming 3-season porch is perfect for relaxing, while the spacious yard boasts a paver patio, detached garage, and storage shedplenty of room for entertaining and outdoor fun.
Sold for $875,000
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$875,000
161 E Chestnut Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
7,000.09 Square Feet Lot
$904,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,237 Estimated rent
Home value
$904,100
$814,000 - $1.00M
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MARGARET P. COOK,
BH HOMESERVICES FOX & ROACH 732-494-7677
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2508723R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Galley Type
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Zoned, Forced Air
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Security System, Watersoftener Owned, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Other Room(s), Den, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Main
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished, Full, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Lawn Sprinklers, Outbuilding(s), Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 7,000 sqft
- Dimensions: 175.00 x 40.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09000930100005
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/21/2025 | Sold | $875,000+12.9% |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2508723R Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2025 | Pending sale | $775,000 |
Source:  GSMLS #3944004 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2025 | Contingent | $775,000 |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2508723R Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000+94.7% |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2508723R Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2003 | Sold | $398,000+88.6% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/1995 | Sold | $211,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,936 | $186,000 |
| 2024 | $12,936 +3.5% | $186,000 |
| 2023 | $12,503 +5.5% | $186,000 |
| 2022 | $11,850 +2.3% | $186,000 |
| 2021 | $11,579 | $186,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $186,000 |
| 2019 | $11,048 | $186,000 |
| 2018 | $11,048 +4.6% | $186,000 |
| 2017 | $10,559 +3.1% | $186,000 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $10,240 +2.6% | $183,000 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $9,984 +2.1% | $181,500 |
| 2014 | $9,781 +2.7% | $181,500 |
| 2013 | $9,520 +2% | $181,500 |
| 2012 | $9,335 +4% | $181,500 |
| 2011 | $8,977 +3.6% | $181,500 |
| 2010 | $8,661 +3.9% | $181,500 |
| 2009 | $8,338 | $181,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2004 | $6,461 | $181,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $181,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $181,500 |
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Neighborhood: 08840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Campbell Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Edgar Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Metuchen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- New Jersey
- Middlesex County
- Metuchen
- 08840
- 161 E Chestnut Ave
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