266 Middlesex Ave Metuchen, NJ 08840
Estimated payment $4,539/month
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Attic
- Campbell Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Woodwild Park
About This Home
In the heart of Metuchen, this stylishly updated mid-century modern ranch checks all the boxes! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this house blends charm with comfort. The light-filled living room boasts a cathedral ceiling and cozy fireplace, while the formal dining room flows easily into the modern kitchen with newer appliances. A bonus sunroom adds extra living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step outside to your private backyard retreatan impressive new 550 sq ft patio with pergola, fire pit, and garden area. With a freshly painted interior, new driveway attached 2-car garage, and a large corner property close to town, trains, and Metuchen High, this home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full updated bathrooms is move-in ready and made for easy living.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,419
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 150.00 x 0.00
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Side by Side Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Blinds
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Dryer
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Grill
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near shops
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiant Heating System
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Underground Utilities
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Metuchen Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $10,780 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2024 | $10,419 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2023 | $10,419 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2022 | $9,875 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2021 | $9,649 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2020 | $9,522 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2019 | $9,241 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2018 | $9,207 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2017 | $9,178 | $155,000 | $113,000 | $42,000 |
| 2016 | $8,828 | $153,000 | $113,000 | $40,000 |
| 2015 | $8,519 | $151,000 | $112,300 | $38,700 |
| 2014 | $8,307 | $151,000 | $112,300 | $38,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | For Sale | $700,000 | +57.3% | $389 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/03/2022 02/03/22 | Sold | $445,000 | 0.0% | $247 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/04/2022 01/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/01/2021 11/01/21 | For Sale | $445,000 | +9.9% | $247 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/13/2021 01/13/21 | Sold | $405,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/14/2020 12/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/03/2020 11/03/20 | For Sale | $405,000 | -- | $225 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $445,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Deed | $405,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $360,000 | Prestige Title Agency | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $100 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $436,939 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $384,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $342,000 | New Conventional |
Source: All Jersey MLS
MLS Number: 2604438R
APN: 09-00107-0000-00001
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