$549,000

57 Pennsylvania Ave Metuchen, NJ 08840

$6,519
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,596 sqft
0.2 acres
$344 / sqft
House

Property details

About 57 Pennsylvania Ave

Home Sweet Home! Lovely 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Colonial with Bonus Den, Partial Finished Basement, and Detached 1 Car Garage in highly desirable Metuchen could be the one for you! A perfect blend of classic charm with modern amenities, well maintained with curb appeal, just pack your bags and move right in! Light and bright foyer entry with french doors give way to a spacious living room with decorative molding and cozy wood burning stove, great for the chilly season! Elegant formal dining room with hardwood flooring and decorative molding makes dinner parties a breeze. Plenty of natural light all through! Updated Eat-in-Kitchen offers sleek SS appliances, gorgeous granite counters, ample cabinet storage, recessed lighting, sun soaked dinette space, and access to the rear deck for easy al fresco dining. Cozy den and main full bath with accessible stall shower rounds out the main level of this gem. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms and a convenient 1/2 bath. The primary bedroom boasts raised ceilings and built-in shelving. Partial finished basement adds to the package, offering a versatile rec room and bonus room, great for a 3rd bedroom, home office, hobby room, etc! Laundry, storage, and utilities too. Plush backyard with deck detached 1 car garage is fenced-in for your privacy and comfort. All in a prime location, great for the first time buyer or commuter, just steps the the Metuchen Train Station, the bustling downtown, shopping dining, the bus line, major roads and more!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size1,596 sqft
Lot size0.1564 Acres
Year built1930
Parking1 Car Width, Additional Parking, Asphalt, Garage, Detached
MLS #2508546R
Garage1 space
FireplaceFree Standing

Summary

  • MLS Number: 2508546R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: RE/MAX 1st ADVANTAGE

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$151,400$10,177
2022$151,400$9,645
2021$151,400$9,424
2020$151,400$9,026
2019$151,400$8,993

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Campbell Elementary School

Public District 1-4

0.4 mi

24 Durham Ave

5

James Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

7 Sharp Rd

6

Menlo Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 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 $111,765. Residents of Metuchen, NJ typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 57 Pennsylvania Ave

This home is located at 57 Pennsylvania Ave in Metuchen, NJ and zip code 08840. This 1,596 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Metuchen, NJ there were more than 12 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Metuchen, NJ did not change between December and January 2025. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $697,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 20 days.

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

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