Nestled in one of Metuchen's most desirable neighborhoods, this recently renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home blends classic charm with modern updates. A welcoming front porch offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. The main level features a comfortable living room, formal dining room, and an updated kitchen designed for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The finished basement includes a full bathroom, laundry area, and additional finished space, providing added functionality and storage. Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this home is ideally located just minutes from the Metuchen train station, highly rated schools, vibrant downtown, shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, offering the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location.
For sale
$549,900
26 Charles St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
2beds
908sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,438 Square Feet Lot
$543,500 Zestimate®
$606/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days |
- 1,188 |
- 65 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
MARA FELIX,
SIGNATURE REALTY NJ 973-921-1111
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2700181R
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Separate Dining Area
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Living room
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Auxiliary Electric Heat
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room(s), Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, None
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Finished, Bath Half, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 908
- Total interior livable area: 908 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage, See Remarks, Off Site
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Patio
Lot
- Size: 4,438 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 148.00 x 0.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0900211000000037
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $606/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $109,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,908
- Date on market: 7/5/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$543,500
$516,000 - $571,000
$2,963/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900-1.8%$606/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2700181R Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Listing removed | $560,000$617/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2616704R Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $560,000+13.1%$617/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4029482 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2022 | Pending sale | $495,000$545/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $495,000+24.1%$545/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2016 | Listing removed | $399,000$439/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $399,000+25.3%$439/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2007 | Sold | $318,400+196.2%$351/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/1998 | Sold | $107,500$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,581 | $109,000 |
| 2024 | $7,581 +3.5% | $109,000 |
| 2023 | $7,327 +5.5% | $109,000 |
| 2022 | $6,944 +2.3% | $109,000 |
| 2021 | $6,785 +1.3% | $109,000 |
| 2020 | $6,696 +3.4% | $109,000 |
| 2019 | $6,475 | $109,000 |
| 2018 | $6,475 +2.9% | $109,000 |
| 2017 | $6,289 +2.3% | $109,000 |
| 2016 | $6,150 +2.6% | $109,000 |
| 2015 | $5,996 +2.1% | $109,000 |
| 2014 | $5,874 +2.7% | $109,000 |
| 2013 | $5,717 +2% | $109,000 |
| 2012 | $5,606 +4% | $109,000 |
| 2011 | $5,391 +3.6% | $109,000 |
| 2010 | $5,201 +3.9% | $109,000 |
| 2009 | $5,007 | $109,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2004 | $3,880 | $109,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $109,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $109,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southeast Quadrant
Nearby schools
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- 8/10Edgar Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Metuchen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- NAMildred B. Moss Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.4 mi
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