For sale

$729,000

540 Butler St, Avenel, NJ 07001

4beds

1,500sqft

$4,881/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1964

5,000 Square Feet Lot

$722,800 Zestimate^®

$486/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Four generously proportioned bedroomsStylish powder room

Presenting a refined residence in the heart of Avenel, Woodbridge Township, moments from the Woodbridge and Rahway train stations for effortless commuting. This elegant home offers four generously proportioned bedrooms on the second level, complemented by two full baths and a stylish powder room. Rich hardwood floors run throughout the main living spaces, leading to an expansive living room designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable daily living. The kitchen and baths feature heated floors, adding a touch of everyday luxury. Newer siding and windows enhance the home's crisp exterior presence and energy efficiency. The finished basement provides versatile recreation space, ideal for media, fitness, or play. Outdoors, a private rear yard with a hot tub creates a serene retreat for gatherings or quiet evenings. A double driveway completes the offering with ample parking.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Full Bath
Area: 221
Dimensions: 17 x 13

Bedroom 2

Area: 170
Dimensions: 17 x 10

Bedroom 3

Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom 4

Area: 100
Dimensions: 10 x 10

Dining room

Features: Formal Dining Room
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Kitchen

Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen
Area: 180
Dimensions: 18 x 10

Living room

Area: 312
Dimensions: 24 x 13

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater

Features

Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Other, Attic
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Basement: Finished, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,500
Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Concrete, 2 Car Width, Garage, Built-In Garage
Attached garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Storage Shed

Lot

Size: 5,000 Square Feet
Dimensions: 100.00 x 50.00
Features: Level

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 2500779000000083
Zoning: R75

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1964

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Avenel

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $486/sqft
Tax assessed value: $80,900
Annual tax amount: $10,238
Date on market: 9/27/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

$722,800

$687,000 - $759,000

$3,231/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/27/2026	Listed for sale	$729,000+321.4%$486/sqft
Source: All Jersey MLS #2704799R Report a problem
2/29/2000	Sold	$173,000$115/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,412	$80,900
2024	$9,412 +2.2%	$80,900
2023	$9,207 +2.6%	$80,900
2022	$8,977 +4.3%	$80,900 +3.5%
2021	$8,606 +0.2%	$78,200
2020	$8,585 +4.6%	$78,200
2019	$8,211	$78,200
2018	$8,211 +2.7%	$78,200
2017	$7,997 +1.7%	$78,200
2016	$7,861 +2.2%	$78,200
2015	$7,693 +1.6%	$78,200
2014	$7,571 +2.9%	$78,200
2013	$7,361 +3.7%	$78,200
2012	$7,100 +5%	$78,200
2011	$6,764 +5.2%	$78,200
2010	$6,430 +8%	$78,200
2009	$5,953	$78,200
2008	--	$78,200
2007	$20,701 +6.8%	$78,200
2006	$19,374 +1.6%	$78,200
2005	$19,063	$78,200
2004	--	$78,200
2003	--	$78,200
2002	--	$78,200
2001	--	$78,200