$585,000

296 High St Metuchen, NJ 08840

$6,947
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,080 sqft
0.2 acres
$542 / sqft
House

Property details

About 296 High St

This is a Coming Soon listing and cannot be shown until June 28th & 29th 1-4pm Move in Ready! Charming updated home in the desirable town of Metuchen! This 3 Beds 1 Bath Cape -cod offers a perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience- just MinuteS from Metuchen vibrant Downtown and NJ Transit Train Station to go to NYC. Also route 1, I-287 and GSP. Enter to a Sun-filled living space HW throughout. Kitchen stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops. Bath renovated. Two bedrooms on first floor. Larger Master bedroom on 2nd floor as well as a bonus spacious open living area that can be used as a nursery/study or workout area. A Full Basement with outside access to a Large fenced-in backyard with fire pit perfect for entertaining an

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusComing Soon
CoolingZoned, Central Air
Size1,080 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1950
MLS #22518935
Active DateJune 28, 2025

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Zoned, Central Air
  • List Price: $585,000
  • Price/SqFt: $541
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,755
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 1,080 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 22518935
  • MLS Name: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Elite
  • Listing Agent: Maria Moderno

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296 High St, Metuchen, NJ 08840 - view of front of house with a chimney, roof with shingles, a fenced front yard, and entry steps

$585,000

296 High St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 14, 2022
Home Sold
$427,500
Apr 16, 2019
Home Sold
$337,000
Apr 16, 2019
Home Sold
$170,000
Apr 04, 2018
Home Sold
$170,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$160,000$10,755
2022$160,000$5,213
2021$160,000$9,960
2020$160,000$9,539
2019$160,000$7,128

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Campbell Elementary School

Public District 1-4

0.9 mi

24 Durham Ave

7

Lincoln Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

53 Brookville Rd

6

Washington Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

153 Winthrop Rd

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 $90,000. Most Metuchen, NJ residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

9%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
14%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 296 High St

The listing price of 296 High St property is $585,000.

The property 296 High St is a house located in Metuchen, New Jersey, 08840.

Coming Soon: 296 High St is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.

The nearby schools for 296 High St are: Campbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Edgar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Woodrow Wilson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Herbert Hoover Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edison High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Metuchen High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Middlesex County Vocational Academy Math Science &Engineering Techn (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,755 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 14, 2022 for $427,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 296 High St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 296 High St is 1,080 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 296 High St is 1950.

This home is located at 296 High St in Metuchen, NJ and zip code 08840. This 1,080 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $585,000.

While more than 8 listings in Metuchen, NJ in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Metuchen, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 19%. Listings spent 21 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $692,500 during the same period.

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

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