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55 Home Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840

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For Sale

$1,200,000

5 beds • 3 baths

Estimated Payment

$ 7,828 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$19,830 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

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Experience timeless elegance in this majestic updated 5-bedroom, 3-bath Victorian home, exuding both historic charm and modern sophistication. Ideally located just 2 blocks from train with direct access to NYC. Upon entry, you are welcomed by a grand foyer that leads to a spacious family room adorned with crown molding and offering seamless access to both the fenced landscaped yard, and the gourmet kitchen. Designed for the culinary connoisseur, the kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line Thermador 8-burner gas stove, exhaust hood, double ovens, and custom cherry cabinetry. Magnificent center island features additional sink for food prep and an extended dining area with a built-in beverage center. French doors open to a charming wraparound porch, enhancing the home's capacity for both indoor and outdoor entertaining. The living room exudes warmth with its rich hardwood floors, custom window treatments, and a wood-burning fireplace framed by a marble surround. Adjacent, the formal dining room offers an ideal space for elegant gatherings, featuring custom built-in china cabinets with glass doors. The first floor further includes a full bathroom with granite countertops, laundry access with new washer and gas dryer, and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a mudroom, office, or additional entryway. This space is finished with new flooring, updated closet doors, and offers direct access to both the backyard and the full basement, which includes a secondary staircase to 5th bedroom. The 2ndfloor houses 5 generously sized bedrooms, a newly renovated primary bathroom w/Carrara marble. This luxurious retreat boasts a custom shower with a built-in bench and custom glass doors, dual vanities with granite countertops, towel warmer, and a spacious walk-in closet. The main bathroom has also been newly renovated to include a Carrera marble vanity, a beautifully tiled tub/shower combination, and tile floor. The full walk-out basement is equipped with a French drain, sump pump, and radon mitigation system, offering considerable potential for customization, including the possibility of a wine cellar. The finished walk-up attic features a bonus room complete with central air, baseboard electric heat, and a skylight which can become the 6th bedroom. The unfinished portion of the attic provides ample storage space with the potential for future expansion. A 2 car extended garage, equipped with electricity, is complemented by a charming homegrown saloon situated at the end of a private, lengthy driveway. The landscaped property provides a serene setting for relaxation or entertaining. Additional highlights include a 200 AMP electrical service, 1.5 year old hot water heater, and central air on the second floor, installed 3 years ago. This exceptional home seamlessly blends historic character with modern conveniences, offering endless possibilities for both comfortable living and future enhancements. Great schools, ranked best Main St. award. Showings begin 3/22
MLS# 2509926R

Courtesy Of Keller Williams Elite, Realtors

(732) 549-1998

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Architecture Style
    Victorian
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Heating System
    Fireplace
  • Lot Size
    0.19 Acres

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  • Principle and Interest
    $6,176
  • Property Taxes
    $1,652
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Schools

Campbell Elementary School

Grades 1-4 Public School

Metuchen, NJ 08840 0.5 miles
24 durham ave

654 total students
10:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Edgar Middle School

Grades 5-8 Public School

Metuchen, NJ 08840 0.6 miles
49 brunswick ave

743 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Mildred B. Moss Elementary School

Grades PK-KG Public School

Metuchen, NJ 08840 0.1 miles
16 simpson pl

138 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Details

Metuchen High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Metuchen, NJ 08840 1 miles
400 grove ave

749 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Callicorp Dba Friends Of The Family Child Care Cen 0.2 miles Private PK-KG
Edgar Early Learning Center 0.4 miles Private PK-KG
St Francis Cathedral School 0.5 miles Private PK-8
Precious Gems Montessori 0.8 miles Private PK-KG
Herbert Hoover Middle School 1.1 miles Public 6-8 C+
Lakeview School 1.2 miles Private PK
St Joseph High School 1.2 miles Private 9-12
James Monroe Elementary School 1.4 miles Public KG-5 C
Woodrow Wilson Middle School 1.4 miles Public 6-8 B+
Menlo Park Elementary School 1.6 miles Public KG-5 B
Woodbrook Elementary School 1.6 miles Public KG-5 A-
Apple Montessori School Of Edison 1.7 miles Private PK-KG
Lincoln Elementary School 1.8 miles Public KG-5 B+
Little Genius Academy 1.8 miles Private KG
Fords Middle School 1.9 miles Public 6-8 D+
The Learning Experience 1.9 miles Private KG-1

Callicorp Dba Friends Of The Family Child Care Cen

Distance: 0.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Edgar Early Learning Center

Distance: 0.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

St Francis Cathedral School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Precious Gems Montessori

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Herbert Hoover Middle School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C+

Lakeview School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK

St Joseph High School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: 9-12

James Monroe Elementary School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C

Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Distance: 1.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

B+

Menlo Park Elementary School

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B

Woodbrook Elementary School

Distance: 1.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

A-

Apple Montessori School Of Edison

Distance: 1.7 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Lincoln Elementary School

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B+

Little Genius Academy

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG

Fords Middle School

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

D+

The Learning Experience

Distance: 1.9 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-1

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 Metuchen, NJ 08840

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Metuchen, NJ 08840

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

85° July
Hottest Average Month
23° January
Coldest Average Month
6,468 Total Households in Area
-1.1% Increase in population since the year 2010
38.3%
of households
have children
33 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Metuchen, NJ 08840

Metuchen, NJ 08840 has a population of 16,886 people in 6,468 households with a median age of 39.9 years old.

-1.1%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
6,424
Total households as of 2010
4.7%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 39.9 years old. The smallest percentage group is 35-44 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 58%
Asian 23%
Hispanic 11%
Black 5%
Other 4%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 58%, followed by Asian at 23%, Hispanic at 11%, and Black at 5%.

Economics
for Metuchen, NJ 08840

5,177 /sq mi
Population Density
$143,410 /yr
Median Household Income
$625,000
Median Sales Price
33 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 28.76% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 62%
  • Public Transit 19%
  • Work from Home 16%
  • Walk or Bike 3%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 4,988 74%
Rented 1,480 22%
Vacant 233 3%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 90%
Blue Collar 10%

Family & Education Facts
for Metuchen, NJ 08840

39.9 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.6
persons per
household

64.9%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Bachelors Degree 33%
Graduate Degree 29%
High School Graduate 14%
Some College 12%
Associates Degree 7%
Some High School 5%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Bachelors Degree, representing 32.51% 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)
38.3% of households have children

Weather
for Metuchen, NJ 08840

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 85° F in July to a low of 23° F in January

85° July
Hottest Average Month
23° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
23°
39°
Feb
24°
41°
Mar
31°
50°
Apr
40°
61°
May
50°
72°
Jun
60°
80°
Jul
65°
85°
Aug
64°
84°
Sep
56°
77°
Oct
45°
66°
Nov
37°
54°
Dec
27°
43°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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