Welcome to 173 Monroe Avenue, a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Colonial offering timeless character, modern updates, and exceptional outdoor living in the heart of Rahway. From the inviting covered front porch to the manicured landscaping and attractive curb appeal, this home makes a lasting first impression. Inside, you'll find a bright and spacious layout featuring comfortable living and dining areas, generous room sizes, and abundant natural light throughout. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, workspace, and functionality for everyday living and entertaining.Step outside to a fully fenced backyard retreat complete with a spacious deck, paver patio, fire pit area, and storage shed perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. A long driveway provides ample off-street parking, while the convenient location places you close to parks, schools, shopping, dining, major highways, and NJ Transit. Combining comfort, charm, and practicality, 173 Monroe Avenue is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Rahway has to offer.
Under contract
$525,000
173 Monroe St, Rahway City, NJ 07065
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless characterBright and spacious layoutAbundant natural light throughoutModern updatesAttractive curb appealManicured landscapingFully fenced backyard retreat
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kunal Doshi 732-236-4197,
Exp Realty, Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4036199
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 567
- Dimensions: 21 x 27
Primary bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower And Tub
Dining room
- Features: Dining L
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 9 x 20
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Basement
- Features: Bath(s) Other
Heating
- Baseboard - Hotwater, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- See Remarks, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Office, Bathroom
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Yes,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Curbs, Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42 x 100
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2913003240000000070000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Subdivision: Rahway
Location
- Region: Rahway
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $127,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,623
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000 |
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| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+5% |
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| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $500,000+0.2% |
Source: GSMLS #3965423 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Pending sale | $499,000 |
Source: GSMLS #3965423 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000+99.6% |
Source: GSMLS #3965423 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2017 | Sold | $250,000+352.1% |
Source: GSMLS #3359580 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2016 | Sold | $55,299-25.8% |
Source: GSMLS #3253740 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2015 | Listing removed | $74,500 |
Source: Carrington Real Estate Services #3215618 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Price change | $74,500-11.8% |
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| 7/22/2015 | Price change | $84,500-10.6% |
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| 6/24/2015 | Price change | $94,500-9.6% |
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| 5/27/2015 | Listed for sale | $104,500+10350% |
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| 5/22/2015 | Sold | $1,000-99.1% |
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| 4/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $114,480-53.3% |
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| 11/1/2004 | Sold | $245,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,419 +5.5% | $113,700 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $7,983 +3.2% | $107,800 |
| 2023 | $7,731 +2.1% | $107,800 |
| 2022 | $7,570 +1% | $107,800 |
| 2021 | $7,493 +1.7% | $107,800 |
| 2020 | $7,370 +2.2% | $107,800 |
| 2019 | $7,215 | $107,800 |
| 2018 | $7,215 +15.3% | $107,800 +10.1% |
| 2017 | $6,255 +1.1% | $97,900 |
| 2016 | $6,184 +1.8% | $97,900 |
| 2015 | $6,074 +2.6% | $97,900 |
| 2014 | $5,920 +3.5% | $97,900 |
| 2013 | $5,718 +1.3% | $97,900 |
| 2012 | $5,644 +12.4% | $97,900 |
| 2011 | $5,020 +4.7% | $97,900 |
| 2010 | $4,796 +8.9% | $97,900 |
| 2009 | $4,406 | $97,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $97,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $97,900 +1.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $96,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $96,600 |
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Neighborhood: 07065
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Grover Cleveland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Rahway Middle SchoolGrades: PK,7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Rahway High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cleveland
- Middle: Rahway Ms
- High: Rahway Hs
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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