Welcome to your charming oasis in Metuchen! This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch-style home boasts the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Step inside and be greeted by the warm embrace of hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the residence, offering both timeless elegance and easy maintenance. Your new abode comes equipped with a brand new water heater, ensuring peace of mind and efficiency for years to come. Parking will never be an issue with ample space available, making hosting gatherings or simply coming home a breeze. Situated near the much sought-after Downtown area, you'll have easy access to a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options right at your doorstep. Commuting is a breeze with convenient access to trains and public transportation, making travel a seamless part of your daily routine. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this delightful home yours - schedule a viewing today and experience the epitome of suburban living in Metuchen! Back on the market. NOT IN A FLOOD ZONE
Sold for $482,000
$482,000
286 Central Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3beds
1,028sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
6,385.9 Square Feet Lot
$593,100 Zestimate®
$469/sqft
$3,293 Estimated rent
Home value
$593,100
$558,000 - $635,000
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JOHN TAWFIK,
EXP REALTY, LLC 866-201-6210
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2408366R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Utility Room, None
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,028
- Total interior livable area: 1,028 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,385 sqft
- Dimensions: 103.00 x 62.00
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 0900051040002002
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- 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 & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2024 | Sold | $482,000-3.4%$469/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2408366R Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2024 | Pending sale | $499,000$485/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #3888970 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2024 | Contingent | $499,000$485/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2408366R Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2024 | Price change | $499,000-4%$485/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3888970 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $520,000+29614.3%$506/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2408366R Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2014 | Sold | $1,750-99.2%$2/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2010 | Sold | $230,000+10.6%$224/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2003 | Sold | $208,000+66.4%$202/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2003 | Sold | $125,000$122/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,569 +6.6% | $123,200 +6.6% |
| 2024 | $8,040 +3.5% | $115,600 |
| 2023 | $7,771 +5.5% | $115,600 |
| 2022 | $7,365 +2.3% | $115,600 |
| 2021 | $7,196 | $115,600 |
| 2020 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2019 | $6,867 | $115,600 |
| 2018 | $6,867 +2.9% | $115,600 |
| 2017 | $6,670 +2.3% | $115,600 |
| 2016 | $6,522 +2.6% | $115,600 |
| 2015 | $6,359 +2.1% | $115,600 |
| 2014 | $6,230 +2.7% | $115,600 |
| 2013 | $6,063 +2% | $115,600 |
| 2012 | $5,945 +4% | $115,600 |
| 2011 | $5,718 +3.6% | $115,600 |
| 2010 | $5,516 +3.9% | $115,600 |
| 2009 | $5,311 | $115,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2004 | $4,115 | $115,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $115,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $115,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Radio Section
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: 1 mi
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- New Jersey
- Middlesex County
- Metuchen
- 08840
- Radio Section
- 286 Central Ave
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