$406,000 - $430,000
RENTED AUG 25, 2025

5 Elm Ct Metuchen, NJ 08840

2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
1,520 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard
  • Campbell Elementary School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Den

About This Home

As of August 2025

This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome offers modern comfort in a convenient setting just minutes from Metuchen's train station and vibrant downtown. The main level features a bright, open layout with stylish finishes, while both bedrooms include ceiling fans for year-round comfort. The fully finished basement adds valuable living space, complete with a laundry area, full bathroom, and extra freezer. An attic provides additional storage, and the private gated yard with storage shed is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. No Dogs permitted. Tenant is responsible for lawn maintenance. Available 9/15.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Victoria Freise

CENTURY 21 SYLVIA GEIST AGENCY Listed on: 08/08/2025

CENTURY 21 SYLVIA GEIST AGENCY

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,955

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1,520 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x95
  • Fenced
  • Private Yard

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Free-Standing Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Finished Basement

  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Unassigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • Metuchen Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to vehicle restrictions

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tenant pays for all utilities, grounds care

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,955

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: 12 Months,2(+) Year Lease
  • Tenant Pays: All Utilities, Grounds Care

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse,Condo/TH
  • Prop. Type: Residential Lease
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0349
  • Lot Size: 16X95
  • Subdivision Name: Metuchen
  • Architectural Style: Townhouse
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Tub Shower
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Galley Type
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Freezer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Freestanding Freezer, Microwave Oven, Stove/Oven, Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Finished, Bath Full, Laundry Facilities, Other Room(s), Storage Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic, Den/Study
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train
  • Exterior Features: Fencing/Wall, Patio, Storage Shed, Yard
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street, Unassigned

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • HOA Rent Includes: See Remarks
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pets Allowed: Restricted i.e. size

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1520

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2021
Sold by
Deirdre Ocarroll
Bought by
Ocarroll Deirdre and Ocarroll Van Horn
Current Estimated Value
$415,802

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2019
Sold by
Fried Shirley
Bought by
Ocarroll Deirdre

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2016
Sold by
Fried Shirley and Fried Paul G
Bought by
Fried Shirley

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Interest Rate
3.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1998
Sold by
Kerr Patricia
Bought by
Paul Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,200
Interest Rate
6.94%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ocarroll Deirdre -- Vylla Title
Ocarroll Deirdre -- Vylla Title
Ocarroll Deirdre $220,000 First American Title
Fried Shirley -- --
Paul Michael $84,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ocarroll Deirdre $200,000
Previous Owner Ocarroll Deirdre $198,000
Previous Owner Fried Shirley --
Previous Owner Paul Michael $67,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Rented $2,650 0.0% --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Rent $2,650 -- --
Source: All Jersey MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $6,955 $100,000 $55,000 $45,000
2024 $6,722 $100,000 $55,000 $45,000
2023 $6,722 $100,000 $55,000 $45,000
2022 $6,371 $100,000 $55,000 $45,000
2021 $6,225 $100,000 $55,000 $45,000
2020 $5,713 $93,000 $55,000 $38,000
2019 $5,545 $93,000 $55,000 $38,000
2018 $5,524 $93,000 $55,000 $38,000
2017 $5,447 $92,000 $55,000 $37,000
2016 $5,308 $92,000 $55,000 $37,000
2015 $5,174 $91,700 $55,000 $36,700
2014 $5,044 $91,700 $55,000 $36,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2660260M

All Jersey MLS

APN: 09-00060-0000-00072