$570,000
SOLD OCT 2, 2025

541 Cook Ave Middlesex, NJ 08846

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,671 Sq Ft
7,501 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$341 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Attic
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 2-minute walk to Simchock Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

The beautiful natural cedar shakes and handsome bluestone walkway immediately draw you in to this charming, well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. Inside, the inviting newly carpeted living room features accent ceiling beams, recessed lighting, and a majestic, floor-to-ceiling locally sourced stone fireplace. The spacious, well-appointed kitchen boasts vaulted ceilings, skylights, granite countertops, recessed lighting, an island, abundant cabinetry, and a JennAir cooktop with direct venting. All bedrooms are freshly painted and carpeted. The first-floor primary bedroom has two entrances and a large walk-in closet. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature vaulted ceilings and built-ins. The partially finished basement provides additional carpeted living space, while the unfinished portion offers exceptional storage, washer/dryer, a backup refrigerator, and cabinets--all included. Outside, enjoy the expansive deck & 2 Cedar Pergolas, ideal for entertaining, a cozy yard with mature shade trees, and a large shed with electricity. This immaculate, move-in ready gem is waiting--schedule your appointment today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Pallay

RE/MAX IN STYLE Listed on: 08/04/2025

RE/MAX IN STYLE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,714

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x100
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R60A

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,671 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Side by Side Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Watchung Estates Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,714

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Lot Size: 75X100
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Watchung Estates
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Stall Shower, Tub Shower
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Master Bedroom Features: 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 140
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Jennaire Type, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished, Den, Laundry Facilities, Recreation Room, Utility Room
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1 Bedroom, Bath Main, Dining Room, Bath Full, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, 2 Bedrooms, Attic
  • Living Area: 1671
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • 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: 7501
  • Zoning: R60A

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9714
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Hoth Frederick and Thompson Susan
Bought by
Rosato Julia A
Seller's Agent
Laura Pallay
RE/MAX IN STYLE
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
4.59%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-30.87%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$149,728
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$397,588

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2001
Sold by
Slein James
Bought by
Hoth Frederick and Thompson Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $235,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $188,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/02/2025 10/02/25 Sold $570,000 +4.6% $341 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 For Sale $545,000 -- $326 / 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 $10,795 $458,200 $139,300 $318,900
2024 $10,277 $466,500 $139,300 $327,200
2023 $10,277 $466,500 $139,300 $327,200
2022 $10,089 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2021 $7,313 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2020 $9,610 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2019 $9,350 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2018 $9,067 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2017 $8,817 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2016 $8,526 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2015 $8,346 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
2014 $8,187 $102,000 $35,300 $66,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2660194M

All Jersey MLS

APN: 10-00301-0000-00028