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Sold for $776,000
  • $776,000

    55 Grove Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    3beds
    1,292sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1930
    7,750 Square Feet Lot
    $843,200 Zestimate®
    $601/sqft
    $3,316 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $843,200

    $784,000 - $911,000

    $3,316/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome home to this charming 1930 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial offering classic character blended with thoughtful modern updates. Dream of warmer days spent relaxing on the open front porch. From the intricately carved wood banisters to the pillars welcoming you into the bright living room with original, restored wood floors, details throughout tell a story of timeless craftsmanship. The kitchen was renovated and opened up in 2019 and features a custom center island, leathered granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. An updated half bath is conveniently located on the main level, ideal for guests. A rear mudroom provides a private entrance, with parking conveniently located in the rear and garage access from Blair Avenue. The second floor offers three bedrooms and an updated full bath. Fixed stair access leads to a full attic, providing ample storage space. The basement is clean and dry, with professional waterproofing completed in 2022, and is currently used for laundry, workouts, and game nights. Deep backyard perfect for entertaining or future expansion! This property is a short distance to NJ Transit Metuchen train station for easy commuting, close to Oakland Park, the Metuchen Greenway and only minutes from Roosevelt Park, home to the well-known Plays in the Park summer theater series. Metuchen's award-winning downtown, recognized with the 2023 Great American Main Street Award, offers vibrant shops, dining, and community events, making this location both desirable and connected. Showings begin 2/10/26.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    ANGELA SIELSKI,

    KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS 732-549-1998

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2609697RMLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Dining room
    • Features: Living Dining Combo
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Attic
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Full, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,292
    • Total interior livable area: 1,292 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: 1 Car Width, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Enclosed
    • Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Deck, Enclosed Porch(es), Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall
    • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
    Lot
    • Size: 7,750 sqft
    • Dimensions: 155.00 x 50.00
    • Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0900174000000011

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1930

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Metuchen

    Other

    Other facts
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/26/2026Sold$776,000+5.6%$601/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2609697R Report a problem
    2/20/2026Contingent$735,000$569/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2609697R Report a problem
    2/10/2026Listed for sale$735,000+51.2%$569/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2609697R Report a problem
    4/28/2020Sold$486,000-2.3%$376/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2008260 Report a problem
    2/25/2020Listed for sale$497,500$385/sqft
    Source: YOUR TOWN REALTY, LLC #2008260 Report a problem
    1/14/2020Pending sale$497,500$385/sqft
    Source: YOUR TOWN REALTY, LLC #2008260 Report a problem
    11/19/2019Listed for sale$497,500+56.4%$385/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/9/2019Sold$318,000+1%$246/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #1922116 Report a problem
    7/1/2019Pending sale$315,000$244/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc. #1922116 Report a problem
    4/25/2019Listed for sale$315,000$244/sqft
    Source: C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC #1922116 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,606 $210,000
    2024$14,606 +3.5%$210,000
    2023$14,116 +5.5%$210,000
    2022$13,379 +7.5%$210,000 +5%
    2021$12,450 +1.3%$200,000
    2020$12,286 +41.3%$200,000 +35.9%
    2019$8,692 $147,200
    2018$8,692 +2.3%$147,200
    2017$8,493 +2.3%$147,200
    2016$8,305 +2.6%$147,200
    2015$8,097 +2.1%$147,200
    2014$7,933 +2.7%$147,200
    2013$7,721 +2%$147,200
    2012$7,571 +4%$147,200
    2011$7,281 +3.6%$147,200
    2010$7,024 +3.9%$147,200
    2009$6,762 $147,200
    2008-- $147,200
    2007-- $147,200
    2006-- $147,200
    2005-- $147,200
    2004$5,240 $147,200
    2003-- $147,200
    2002-- $147,200
    2001-- $147,200

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    Neighborhood: 08840

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