6 days on Rocket
#3975963, Listing office: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
$1,449,900 List price
44 Rector St Metuchen, NJ 08840
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,800 sqft
0.6 acres
$382 / sqft
House
Property details
About 44 Rector St
Charming 5-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Metuchen Welcome to your dream home on one of Metuchen's most picturesque, tree-lined streets. This beautifully modernized 5-bedroom residence seamlessly blends classic charm with modern comfort all just a 7-minute walk to award-winning Main Street and express train service to Manhattan. Set on a generous 2/3-acre lot, the backyard is a serene retreat featuring mature pine trees, a blooming wildflower garden, and frequent visits from songbirds. Two spacious screened-in porches provide peaceful outdoor living spaces, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Inside, you'll find sunlit, spacious rooms with timeless details ideal for both entertaining and everyday living.Located within the highly rated Metuchen school district, this home offers the rare combination of privacy, convenience, and community. Don't miss this unique opportunity to live in one of New Jersey's most desirable small towns.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingZoned, Baseboard
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size3,800 sqft
Lot size0.6446 Acres
Year built1900
Parking2 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
MLS #2514523R
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Interior: Sound System, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Library/Office, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, Florida Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Main, Other Room(s), 2 Bedrooms
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 2 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Barbecue, Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Yard
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Zoned, Baseboard
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
- List Price: $1,449,900
- Price/SqFt: $381
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $23,661
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 3,800 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.6446 Acres
- MLS Number: 2514523R
- MLS Name: CJMLS API
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 1992 | Home Sold | $305,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $352,000 | $23,661 |
| 2022 | $352,000 | $22,425 |
| 2021 | $352,000 | $21,912 |
| 2020 | $352,000 | $20,986 |
| 2019 | $352,000 | $20,908 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Campbell Elementary School
Public District 1-4
0.4 mi
•24 Durham Ave
6
Menlo Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•155 Monroe Ave
5
James Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•7 Sharp Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $111,765. Typical income of Metuchen, NJ residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
1%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
22%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
25%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 44 Rector St
The listing price of 44 Rector St property is $1,449,900.
The property 44 Rector St is a house located in Metuchen, New Jersey, 08840.
Active Listing: 44 Rector St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 44 Rector St are: Campbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Menlo Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), James Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edgar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Woodrow Wilson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Herbert Hoover Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 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 $23,661 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 14, 1992 for $305,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 44 Rector St has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 44 Rector St is 3,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 44 Rector St is 1900.
This home is located at 44 Rector St in Metuchen, NJ and zip code 08840. This 3,800 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.64 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,449,900.
In June 2025 more than 10 listings in Metuchen, NJ were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. In June 2025 in Metuchen, NJ there were 33.3% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $697,500 and the average listing age was 24 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.