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12 Main Street, Matawan, NJ 07747

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For Sale

$539,000

4 beds • 2 baths • 2,000 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 3,425 /mo. †

6.76% APR for 30 yrs.
$7,510 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $269.50
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Basement
    Rooms

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Welcome to this delightful 2,000 sq. ft. colonial home located in the heart of the historic Matawan District. Loaded with charm, this property brings an inviting front porch that is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee before work and a beautiful back deck, for enjoying those upcoming summer BBQ's and unwinding on relaxing evenings. As you step inside, you are greeted by a spacious foyer leading into a cozy living room adorned with glass French doors. There is also a formal dining room and a well-equipped kitchen, ideal for hosting gatherings and creating memories. With four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample space for everyone. There is no lack of storage in this home - with a clean, dry, full unfinished basement - an abundance of cabinetry in the mud room, great storage closets in the bathrooms and upstairs hallway too. Original hardwood floors grace the staircase and second level, adding timeless elegance to this historic gem. Commuting could NOT be more convenient, situated directly across the street from the Aberdeen/Matawan train station, you'll have quick access to express trains to New York Penn Station, there is no need to even move your car from the driveway! Music fan? During the summer, hop on the shuttle bus to enjoy concerts at the PNC Bank Arts Center. Nestled between Route 34 and Route 35 with Parkway access just a mile away, the location is more than ideal. You'll love being near Lake Lefferts with its beautiful July 4th fireworks display, canoe rentals, new floating dock and gorgeous fountain. Matawan's vibrant downtown area offers shopping, awesome dining spots, cool coffee shops and lots of entertainment options. This home also includes a private driveway with a detached one-car garage and low taxes for the area. Situated in the highly rated Matawan School District, this beautiful home combines charm, history, and practicality, all at an unbeatable price. Be part of Matawan's rich history and make this remarkable property YOUR new home. Welcome to Matawan, one of the top 10 safest small towns in NJ!
MLS# 22502198

Courtesy Of Adele Demoro

(732) 945-5253

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Deck, Porch, Sky light
  • Architecture Style
    Colonial
  • Lot Size
    0.15 Acres
  • Rooms
    Basement, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room

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  • Principle and Interest
    $2,800
  • Property Taxes
    $625
  • Hazard Insurance
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  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Lloyd Road Elementary School

Grades 3-5 Public School

Matawan, NJ 07747 1.4 miles
401 lloyd rd

517 total students
10:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C+

School Details

Strathmore Elementary School

Grades KG-3 Public School

Matawan, NJ 07747 1.3 miles
282 church st

381 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B-

School Details

Matawan-aberdeen Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Cliffwood, NJ 07721 0.9 miles
469 matawan ave

897 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B-

School Details

Matawan Regional High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Matawan, NJ 07747 0.8 miles
450 atlantic ave ste b

1151 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Raritan Valley Elementary School 1.1 miles Public 1-4 C
Ravine Drive Elementary School 1.2 miles Public KG-4 B+
Cliffwood Elementary School 1.2 miles Public KG-3 C
Beers Street Elementary School 1.3 miles Public 5-6 B
Cambridge Park Elementary School 1.4 miles Public PK
Keyport Central School 1.4 miles Public PK-8 C-
Keyport High School 1.5 miles Public 9-12 D
Holmdel Preschool Center 1.7 miles Private PK-KG
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School 1.9 miles Public KG-5 B-
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood School 1.9 miles Public PK-KG
Home Away Home Academy 1.9 miles Private PK-1
Memorial Elementary School 2.1 miles Public KG-5 B+
Indian Hill School 2.2 miles Public 4-6 A+
Cove Road Elementary School 2.6 miles Public 5-6 B-
Marlboro Memorial Middle School 2.7 miles Public 6-8 B-
Old Bridge High School 2.8 miles Public 9-12 C

Raritan Valley Elementary School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 1-4

C

Ravine Drive Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-4

B+

Cliffwood Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-3

C

Beers Street Elementary School

Distance: 1.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 5-6

B

Cambridge Park Elementary School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK

Keyport Central School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-8

C-

Keyport High School

Distance: 1.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D

Holmdel Preschool Center

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

Sycamore Drive Early Childhood School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-KG

Home Away Home Academy

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-1

Memorial Elementary School

Distance: 2.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B+

Indian Hill School

Distance: 2.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: 4-6

A+

Cove Road Elementary School

Distance: 2.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: 5-6

B-

Marlboro Memorial Middle School

Distance: 2.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

B-

Old Bridge High School

Distance: 2.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

C

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Matawan, NJ 07747

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Matawan, NJ 07747

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and sales industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

85° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month
12,727 Total Households in Area
0.3% Increase in population since the year 2010
29%
of households
have children
35 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Matawan, NJ 07747

Matawan, NJ 07747 has a population of 32,423 people in 12,727 households with a median age of 43.9 years old.

0.3%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
12,780
Total households as of 2010
3.4%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 43.9 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 10%
Black 6%
Other 4%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 70%, followed by Hispanic at 13%, Asian at 10%, and Black at 6%.

Economics
for Matawan, NJ 07747

2,495 /sq mi
Population Density
$121,626 /yr
Median Household Income
$575,000
Median Sales Price
35 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Over $200k representing 19.94% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 73%
  • Work from Home 13%
  • Public Transit 11%
  • Walk or Bike 2%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 9,941 76%
Rented 2,786 21%
Vacant 433 3%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 83%
Blue Collar 17%

Family & Education Facts
for Matawan, NJ 07747

43.9 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.5
persons per
household

56%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 32%
High School Graduate 22%
Graduate Degree 18%
Some College 17%
Associates Degree 8%
Some High School 3%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 31.92% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
29% of households have children

Weather
for Matawan, NJ 07747

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 85° F in July to a low of 24° F in January

85° July
Hottest Average Month
24° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
24°
39°
Feb
25°
41°
Mar
32°
50°
Apr
41°
61°
May
51°
71°
Jun
61°
80°
Jul
66°
85°
Aug
65°
83°
Sep
57°
76°
Oct
46°
66°
Nov
38°
54°
Dec
28°
43°

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Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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