$539,000

149 Ethel St Metuchen, NJ 08840

Estimated payment $3,565/month

Total Views 36,136
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,480 Sq Ft
$364 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Rated A-
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Property is near shops

About This Home

### Recently Renovated 5-Bedroom Home in a Prime Neighborhood Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this recently renovated 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home blends modern finishes with comfortable family living. Renovations were completed recently and include a fully updated kitchen, new appliances, new cabinets, and added shelving throughout. --- ### Key Features - Bedrooms: 5 total; main level with 3 bedrooms and a full bath; upper level with 2 bedrooms and a half bath. - Bathrooms: 2.5 total with refreshed fixtures and modern finishes. - Kitchen: Completely updated with new appliances, new cabinets, upgraded countertops, modern hardware, and new shelving for added storage and display. - Basement: Fully finished recreation room, full bath, and laundry area offering flexible living space. - Garage: 1-car garage with direct entry to the home. - Yard: Private, fenced backyard ideal for entertaining or relaxing. - Location: Located minutes from grocery stores, shopping, and dining. - Commuting: Convenient access to major highways and multiple train stations. --- ### Why You'll Love It Recent renovations create a fresh, move-in-ready home with modern finishes throughout. Updated kitchen and storage improvements make daily life easier and entertaining effortless. Flexible layout across multiple levels provides space for family living, a home office, or guest rooms. --- ### Additional Details - Recent cosmetic and functional updates throughout. - New shelving and cabinetry improve organization and display options. - Thoughtful upgrades ensure low maintenance and contemporary appeal. --- Schedule a showing today to see the updates in person and make this beautifully renovated home yours.

Listing Agent

Jessica Parker

VRI HOMES Listed on: 05/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,742

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 5,301 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 53.00
  • Property is zoned R-6

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,480 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Property is near shops

Community Details

  • Menlo Park Ter Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,742

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1217
  • Lot Size: 100.00 x 53.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Menlo Park Ter
  • Architectural Style: Development Home
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo, Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Not Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Finished, Bath Full
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum
  • Interior Amenities: 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Half, None
  • Living Area: 1480
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Near Shopping
  • Pool Features: None, In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Attached

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Zoned, Baseboard Hotwater
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5301
  • Zoning: R-6

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8742
  • Tax Year: 2023

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,938 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2024 $8,492 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2023 $8,492 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2022 $8,274 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2021 $7,661 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2020 $7,945 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2019 $7,750 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2018 $7,591 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2017 $7,452 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2016 $7,647 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2015 $7,260 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2014 $7,095 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Price Changed $539,000 +8.0% $364 / Sq Ft
10/09/2025 10/09/25 For Sale $499,000 0.0% $337 / Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 Off Market $499,000 -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $499,000 -9.1% $337 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Price Changed $549,000 -6.8% $371 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $589,000 +55.8% $398 / Sq Ft
01/04/2023 01/04/23 Sold $378,000 -3.1% $348 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/28/2022 11/28/22 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2022 11/09/22 For Sale $389,900 -- $359 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $378,000 Founders Title
Deed $378,000 Founders Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $366,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2513601R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 25-00351-04-00020