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$689,000

131 Hazelwood Ave Metuchen, NJ 08840

3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,130 sqft
0.1 acres
$610 / sqft
House

Property details

About 131 Hazelwood Ave

Welcome to this charming ranch-style home situated in the highly sought-after Brainy Boro of Metuchen. Metuchen has top rated schools that consistently rank among New Jersey's best, convenient train service to NYC, and a charming downtown. This lovingly maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 renovated baths, and a fully finished basement. The lower level includes a large bright family room, full bathroom, office, laundry room, and lots of storage. Enjoy the summer breeze on the lovely front porch that sets the tone for this warm and welcoming home, and host family gatherings on the deck in the flowering fenced-in backyard. The roof and many appliances are new this year and the sewer to the street has been replaced. Updated insulation and gas furnace make this house energy efficient. Located on a quiet street close to the town tennis courts, ball fields, and playground, this home has the perfect location. It is .9 miles from the train station and downtown, a short distance to Roosevelt Park and the Metuchen High School. Enjoy the vibrant downtown restaurants, shops, cafes, and events. In minutes, access the Garden State Parkway, NJ Turnpike, Routes 1&9 or Route 287. It's easy to get anywhere from here! PROFESSIONAL PICTURES COMING SOON!!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant, Other, Hot Water
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,130 sqft
Lot size0.1148 Acres
Year built1955
Parking1 Car Width
MLS #2515413R

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, See Remarks, Wood
  • Interior: 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Bath Main, None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: 1 Car Width
  • Exterior: Deck, Patio, Storage Shed
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Other, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $689,000
  • Price/SqFt: $609
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,150
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,130 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1148 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2515413R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: WEICHERT CO REALTORS

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 30, 1994
Home Sold
$167,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$151,000$10,150
2022$151,000$9,620
2021$151,000$9,399
2020$151,000$9,002
2019$151,000$8,969

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

James Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

7 Sharp Rd

8

Campbell Elementary School

Public District 1-4

1.0 mi

24 Durham Ave

6

Menlo Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

155 Monroe Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,296. Typical income of Metuchen, NJ residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
65%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • VolvoVolvo
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 131 Hazelwood Ave

The listing price of 131 Hazelwood Ave property is $689,000.

The property 131 Hazelwood Ave is a house located in Metuchen, New Jersey, 08840.

Active Listing: 131 Hazelwood Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 131 Hazelwood Ave are: James Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Campbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Menlo Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Herbert Hoover Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edgar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fords Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Metuchen High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), John P. Stevens High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Edison High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,150 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 30, 1994 for $167,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 131 Hazelwood Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 131 Hazelwood Ave is 1,130 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 131 Hazelwood Ave is 1955.

This home is located at 131 Hazelwood Ave in Metuchen, NJ and zip code 08837. This 1,130 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $689,000.

Over 10 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Metuchen, NJ. In the same period over 4 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Metuchen, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 33.3%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $697,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 24 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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