This beautiful home, nestled on a quiet street, is sure to impress. Step onto the welcoming front porch, adorned with windows that let in plenty of natural light. As you enter, you're greeted by a spacious living room that flows into a bright and sunny dining room, perfect for gatherings. The kitchen features a granite island and elegant cabinets. Down a short hall is a 1/2 bath. Three bedrooms upstairs offer comfort and tranquility along with a full bath. This home features thoughtful design touches. A spacious maintenance free deck and yard provide plenty of room for activities. A detached garage offers extra storage, A wide driveway makes parking a breeze. This home truly stands out on the street exuding character and charm.
Sold for $625,000
$625,000
54 Forrest St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3beds
1,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
5,998.21 Square Feet Lot
$745,900 Zestimate®
$523/sqft
$3,256 Estimated rent
Home value
$745,900
$686,000 - $820,000
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 02, 2025 at 11:34am
Listed by:
NANCY L. FITZPATRICK,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 732-494-7700
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2509870R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Not Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,196
- Total interior livable area: 1,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch(es), Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard, Insulated Pane Windows
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 5,998 sqft
- Dimensions: 120.00 x 50.00
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0900045000000045
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable TV, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $625,000+6.1%$523/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2509870R Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2025 | Contingent | $589,000$492/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2509870R Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $589,000+349.6%$492/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2509870R Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/1993 | Sold | $131,000$110/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,737 | $140,000 |
| 2024 | $9,737 +3.5% | $140,000 |
| 2023 | $9,411 +5.5% | $140,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Campbell Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Edgar Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Metuchen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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Estimated market value
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- New Jersey
- Middlesex County
- Metuchen
- 08840
- 54 Forrest St