Welcome to 78 Rose Street, a beautifully maintained home set on a quiet street in the heart of Metuchen. Just moments from vibrant downtown, shops, restaurants, parks, and the train station, this location offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and commuter convenience. Step inside to find bright, inviting living spaces. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining area, and a kitchen with ample cabinetry, plus a newer dishwasher and refrigerator. A newly gutted and refurbished den enhanced by newer cathedral ceilings that create an open, airy feel adds valuable flexible space ideal for a home office, media room, or guest area. Generous bedrooms provide comfort and versatility, while additional highlights include hardwood floors and a full basement offering excellent storage or future finishing potential. Outside, enjoy a private backyard, newer concrete sidewalks, an updated exterior staircase, and new handrails that add both curb appeal and functionality. With thoughtful updates throughout and a prime location close to everything Metuchen has to offer, 78 Rose Street is a wonderful place to call home. Schedule your private showing today!
Under contract
$759,000
78 Rose St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
8,568 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$434/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 60 days |
- 99 |
- 1 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
DEBORAH KERR,
KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS 732-549-1998
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2615292R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiant-Hot Water
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Den, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, None
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 2 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Built-In Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Door(s)-Storm/Screen
Lot
- Size: 8,568 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 119.00 x 0.00
- Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0900143010000111
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1952
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: $434/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,215
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,671/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Pending sale | $759,000$434/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4025712 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Contingent | $759,000$434/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2615292R Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $759,000+105.1%$434/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2615292R Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2016 | Sold | $370,000-7.3%$211/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2015 | Price change | $399,000-11.3%$228/sqft |
Source: FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC #1609641 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $449,900$257/sqft |
Source: FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC #1609641 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,215 | $190,000 |
| 2024 | $13,215 +3.5% | $190,000 |
| 2023 | $12,772 +5.5% | $190,000 |
| 2022 | $12,105 +2.3% | $190,000 |
| 2021 | $11,828 | $190,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2019 | $11,286 +33.2% | $190,000 |
| 2018 | $8,474 -21.5% | $190,000 |
| 2017 | $10,790 +5.6% | $190,000 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $10,216 +2.6% | $187,000 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $9,954 +2.1% | $185,500 |
| 2014 | $9,747 +2.8% | $185,500 |
| 2013 | $9,479 +2% | $185,500 |
| 2012 | $9,290 +4.1% | $185,500 |
| 2011 | $8,925 +3.8% | $185,500 |
| 2010 | $8,602 +4% | $185,500 |
| 2009 | $8,272 | $185,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2004 | $6,354 | $185,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $185,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $185,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Edgar Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Metuchen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- NAMildred B. Moss Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.6 mi
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