Charming 3-bedroom home cherished by the same owners for over 30 years. This warm and welcoming property features an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, and hardwood floors under the carpeting. Thoughtfully maintained with a newer roof, furnace, and central AC, it offers a solid foundation for buyers to bring their own style and updates. Set in one of Carteret's fast-rising neighborhoods, the location is exceptional minutes to the Rahway Train Station and close to major highways, shopping, dining, and the town's revitalized downtown. The upcoming Carteret ferry to NYC, plus an easy 30-minute bus ride to Midtown Manhattan, makes commuting effortless. Whether you're heading to work or planning a Broadway night out, Carteret puts it all within reach. Prefer to stay local? The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center offers year-round entertainment right in the heart of town giving you big-city energy without leaving the community. A wonderful home with strong potential in a prime location. Carteret is truly on the rise, and this address delivers both everyday convenience and exciting long-term value.
Sold for $512,325
$512,325
85 Whitman St, Carteret, NJ 07008
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
5,580.04 Square Feet Lot
$516,300 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$3,260 Estimated rent
Home value
$516,300
$470,000 - $568,000
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Cathedral ceilingsCentral acOpen floor planNewer roof
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CAROLYN BARDACH,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 973-267-8990
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2660878M
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Family room
- Area: 198
- Length: 18
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Living room
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bath Half, Family Room, Entrance Foyer, Laundry Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, See Remarks, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, Concrete, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More, Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Curbs, Deck, Insulated Pane Windows, Sidewalk, Storage Shed
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,580 sqft
- Dimensions: 60X93
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0103306000000002
- Zoning: R-50
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Carteret
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Sold | $512,325+3.5%$381/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2660878M Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Contingent | $495,000$368/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2660878M Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Pending sale | $495,000$368/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #3999134 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000$368/sqft |
Source: GSMLS #3999134 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,223 +116.8% | $477,500 +116.7% |
| 2024 | $7,023 +2.6% | $220,300 |
| 2023 | $6,843 +2.8% | $220,300 |
| 2022 | $6,653 +1.1% | $220,300 |
| 2021 | $6,583 +3.9% | $220,300 |
| 2020 | $6,336 +5.5% | $220,300 |
| 2019 | $6,008 | $220,300 |
| 2018 | $6,008 -0.3% | $220,300 |
| 2017 | $6,027 +1.5% | $220,300 +15.8% |
| 2016 | $5,939 +4.6% | $190,300 |
| 2015 | $5,680 +1.5% | $190,300 |
| 2014 | $5,599 +2.4% | $190,300 |
| 2013 | $5,465 -12.5% | $190,300 |
| 2012 | $6,247 +3.8% | $190,300 +62.6% |
| 2011 | $6,021 -0.3% | $117,000 |
| 2010 | $6,042 +1.7% | $117,000 |
| 2009 | $5,939 | $117,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2004 | $4,797 | $117,000 +1.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $115,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $115,700 |
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Neighborhood: 07008
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Carteret Middle SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Carteret Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Carteret High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- New Jersey
- Middlesex County
- Carteret
- 07008
- 85 Whitman St
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