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Sold for $1,495,000
    • $1,495,000

    188 E Chestnut Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    4beds
    3,168sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1945
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $1,515,700 Zestimate®
    $472/sqft
    $4,701 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,515,700

    $1.38M - $1.67M

    $4,701/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to this Woodwild Park section of town. this spacious and well maintained home offering the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and style. Located in an excellent neighborhood, this property features 4 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, including a private primary bedroom suite** with ample space and privacy. The main level offers a **wood‑burning fireplace** in the living room, ideal for cozy evenings, along with a **mud room** and a convenient first‑floor laundry room. The kitchen and living spaces flow easily for everyday living and entertaining. A fully finished basement with its own full bath provides extra living space perfect for a recreation room, guest suite, or home office. Step outside to your own backyard retreat featuring an **in‑ground pool**, ideal for summer gatherings and relaxation. Excellent location close to vibrant downtown Metuchen filled with restaurants, cafes, and shopping- perfect for afternoon stroll or night out. Community amenities include the YMCA,Metuchen Community Pool, Sports Complex and the Greenway providing year roundfitness,recreation and family activities. Commuters will love the convenience of the Northeast Corridor line express train. Making Metuchen both charming and exceptionally convenient

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    Listed by:

    NANCY STEINGART,

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2610335RMLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Sitting Area, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    Dining room
    • Features: Formal Dining Room
    Kitchen
    • Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Baseboard Hotwater
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Bath Full, Other Room(s), Dining Room, Family Room, 4 Bedrooms, Library/Office, Bath Main, Bath Second, Attic
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Finished, Bath Full, Other Room(s), Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,168
    • Total interior livable area: 3,168 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: 2 Car Width, Garage, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Enclosed
    • Exterior features: Lawn Sprinklers, Open Porch(es), Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed
    • Pool features: In Ground
    • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    • Dimensions: 153.00 x 0.00
    • Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 090009900000008003
    • Zoning: R1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial, Custom Home, Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1945

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: Natural Gas
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Metuchen

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $472/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $307,000
    • Annual tax amount: $21,352
    • Date on market: 2/20/2026
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Electric utility on property: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/24/2026Sold$1,495,000+17.8%$472/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2610335R Report a problem
    2/26/2026Contingent$1,269,000$401/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2610335R Report a problem
    2/20/2026Listed for sale$1,269,000+156.4%$401/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2610335R Report a problem
    5/27/2003Sold$495,000+39.4%$156/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/4/2001Sold$355,000$112/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$21,352 $307,000
    2024$21,352 +3.5%$307,000
    2023$20,637 +5.5%$307,000
    2022$19,559 +2.3%$307,000
    2021$19,111 $307,000
    2020-- $307,000
    2019$18,231 $307,000
    2018$18,231 +2.9%$307,000
    2017$17,714 +2.3%$307,000
    2016$17,321 +2.7%$307,000
    2015$16,872 +2.1%$307,000 +0.1%
    2014$16,528 +2.7%$306,700
    2013$16,086 +2%$306,700
    2012$15,774 +4%$306,700
    2011$15,169 +3.6%$306,700
    2010$14,636 +3.9%$306,700
    2009$14,090 $306,700
    2008-- $306,700
    2007-- $306,700 +16.9%
    2006-- $262,400
    2005-- $262,400
    2004$9,341 $262,400
    2003-- $262,400
    2002-- $262,400
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 08840

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