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Sold for $759,000
    • $759,000

    78 Rose St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    3beds
    1,750sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1952
    8,568 Square Feet Lot
    $759,300 Zestimate®
    $434/sqft
    $3,307 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $759,300

    $699,000 - $828,000

    $3,307/mo

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    What's special

    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!

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    Listed by:

    DEBORAH KERR,

    KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS 732-549-1998

    Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2615292RMLS Logo

    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

    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

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/29/2026Sold$759,000$434/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2615292R Report a problem
    5/18/2026Pending sale$759,000$434/sqft
    Source: GSMLS #4025712 Report a problem
    5/18/2026Contingent$759,000$434/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2615292R Report a problem
    5/9/2026Listed for sale$759,000+105.1%$434/sqft
    Source: All Jersey MLS #2615292R Report a problem
    2/17/2016Sold$370,000-7.3%$211/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/10/2015Price change$399,000-11.3%$228/sqft
    Source: FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC #1609641 Report a problem
    10/30/2015Listed for sale$449,900$257/sqft
    Source: FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC #1609641 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax 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
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 08840

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