$625,000
SOLD MAY 29, 2025

54 Forrest St Metuchen, NJ 08840

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,196 Sq Ft
5,998 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$523 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Campbell Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • Attic

About This Home

As of May 2025

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

NANCY FITZPATRICK

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Listed on: 03/15/2025

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,411

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 5,998 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120.00 x 50.00
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,196 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Workshop
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Metuchen Heights Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,411

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size: 120.00 x 50.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Metuchen Heights
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Tub Shower
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Not Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
  • Living Area: 1196
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Enclosed Porch(es), Sidewalk, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard, Insulated Pane Windows
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Driveway

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5998
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9411
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 15, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Morano Cheryl
Bought by
Christian Casey Robert and Nehlsen Taylor Marie
Seller's Agent
NANCY FITZPATRICK
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$625,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
6.11%
Views
92
Current Estimated Value
$611,672

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,328
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.26%
Original Mortgage
$562,500
Outstanding Balance
$561,056
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$50,616

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 1993
Bought by
Morano Robert and Morano Cheryl
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $625,000 Trident Land Transfer
Bargain Sale Deed $625,000 Trident Land Transfer
Deed $131,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $562,500 VA
Closed $562,500 VA
Previous Owner $193,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Sold $625,000 +6.1% $523 / Sq Ft
03/15/2025 03/15/25 For Sale $589,000 -- $492 / Sq Ft
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 $9,737 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2024 $9,411 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2023 $9,411 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2022 $8,919 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2021 $6,498 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2020 $8,600 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2019 $8,347 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2018 $8,316 $140,000 $76,000 $64,000
2017 $8,106 $136,900 $75,600 $61,300
2016 $7,899 $136,900 $75,600 $61,300
2015 $7,724 $136,900 $75,600 $61,300
2014 $7,531 $136,900 $75,600 $61,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    NANCY FITZPATRICK

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    4 in this area

    20 Total Sales

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2509870R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 09-00045-0000-00045

New Jersey Middlesex County Metuchen 08840

54 Forrest St, Metuchen, NJ

This home is located at 54 Forrest St, Metuchen, NJ 08840 and is currently priced at $625,000, approximately $522 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 54 Forrest St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Campbell Elementary School, Edgar Middle School, and Metuchen High School.

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