179 Lake Ave Metuchen, NJ 08840
Metuchen AreaEstimated payment $6,247/month
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit and shops
- Formal Dining Room
- Edgar Middle School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 1-minute walk to Thomas Park
About This Home
A rare opportunity to reimagine a charming east-facing Cape in one of Metuchen's most coveted locations. Perfectly positioned across from beloved Tommy's Pond and just a 10-minute stroll to award-winning Downtown Metuchen, this home offers an exceptional blend of location, lifestyle, and possibility. Beyond the home, a truly special outdoor retreat awaits. The lush garden oasis is a gardener's dream, thoughtfully cultivated with an array of herbs and fruit trees and complemented by a newly updated, expansive patio designed for effortless outdoor living and entertaining. Inside, the Cape Cod layout offers wonderful versatility, with two first-floor bedrooms currently styled as a family room and private home office. A full basement provides generous storage along with exciting potential for additional living or recreation space. A one-car garage and adjoining carport complete the property. The home presents an opportunity for thoughtful modernization, with the kitchen, baths, and lighting offering the perfect canvas for a buyer to curate the interiors to their own style while preserving the character that makes this home so special. And perhaps its greatest luxury is the lifestyle just outside your door. Enjoy morning walks on the picturesque Middlesex Greenway trail, afternoon breaks at Tommy's Pond, evening dining Downtown, shopping at charming boutiques and the local Whole Foods; recharge at the YMCA or gather at your preferred place of worship; highly rated schools, and convenient access to NJ Transit to NYCall within minutes of home. Timeless charm, an enchanting garden, and an exceptional Metuchen addressready for its next chapter.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,990
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 11,252 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75x150
- East Facing Home
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Attached Carport Space
- Additional Parking
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,064 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Storage
Location
- Property is near public transit and shops
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Borough/Metuchen Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $13,720 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2020 | $13,539 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2019 | $12,868 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2018 | $13,107 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2017 | $12,941 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2016 | $12,717 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2015 | $12,435 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
| 2014 | $12,124 | $220,400 | $112,500 | $107,900 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 08/14/26 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $434 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $228,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $208,123 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $256,000 | New Conventional |
Source: All Jersey MLS
MLS Number: 2770257M
APN: 09-00143-0000-00012-5
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