Donna Stralkus
RE/MAX FIRST REALTY
(732) 532-2105
30 Total Sales
1 in Metuchen
$303,000 Price
78 Central Ave Unit 49 Metuchen, NJ 08840
Metuchen AreaEstimated Value: $607,984
2
Beds
2
Baths
--
Sq Ft
2000
Built
Highlights
- Property is near public transit and shops
- Wood Flooring
- Den
- Campbell Elementary School Rated A
- Granite Countertops
- 4-minute walk to Middlesex Greenway
About This Home
As of July 2025Great location! Beautiful, spacious first floor ranch unit offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Open living space is the theme in this condo, where the living, sitting, dining and kitchen are all open to one another. The bedrooms are toward the back and overlook the grassy quiet area of the community. The primary bedroom offers a private patio directly overlooking the grassy lawn, perfect for a peaceful cup of coffee in the morning or grilling for a BBQ. The primary offers lovely built in closets along with the spacious large closet space and private full bathroom. The second bedroom is a nice size and offers large closet space. The kitchen has new appliances, granite countertop and ample storage. Don't miss the finished basement which has new carpeting, lots of fantastic sunlight from the large windows and a unique private room, perfect for a home office. The open part of the basement is very large and perfect for entertaining, a home gym and or whatever your heart desires. All this and just steps away from Whole Foods, NYC Train and all which Downtown Metuchen offers. Property is available immediately and move in ready. Make this one yours.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,824
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Shades
- Blinds
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Storage
Home Security
Parking
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Porch
- Property is near public transit and shops
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include management fee, common area maintenance, insurance, maintenance structure, reserve fund, ins common areas, snow removal, trash, ground maintenance, maintenance fee
- Franklin Square Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Building Details
- Maintenance Expense $410
Security
- Storm Screens
- Storm Doors
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 30, 2025
Closed on
Jul 23, 2025
Sold by
Gujrathi Amit S and Gujrathi Ekta A
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lynn Fitzgerald
EXP REALTY, LLC
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.84%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,984
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.67%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 2001
Sold by
Franklin Square
Bought by
Gujrathi Amit and Gujrathi Ekta
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Metuchen, NJ
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Donna Stralkus
-
Carol Rowe-Mair
Carol Rowe-Mair
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC.
(908) 460-8204
58 Total Sales
1 in Metuchen
$689,000 Price
-
Sean Quinn
Sean Quinn
COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
(862) 860-1996
45 Total Sales
2 in Metuchen
$150K - $530K Price Range
-
Ann Marie Burke
Ann Marie Burke
Century 21 Burke Realty
(908) 913-8313
86 Total Sales
2 in Metuchen
$705,000 Price Range
-
yanli Zhang
yanli Zhang
EXP Realty
(848) 272-2438
31 Total Sales
1 in Metuchen
$788,000 Price
-
Edward Nugent
Edward Nugent
Red Door Real Estate LLC
(848) 279-9236
136 Total Sales
2 in Metuchen
$560K - $747K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $590,000 | Evident Title Agency | ||
| Gujrathi Amit | $290,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Sold | $590,000 | -3.3% | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Price Changed | $610,000 | -1.6% | -- |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | For Sale | $620,000 | -- | -- |
Source: All Jersey MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,334 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2025 | $11,824 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2024 | $11,427 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2023 | $11,427 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2022 | $10,831 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2021 | $7,890 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2020 | $10,443 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2019 | $9,925 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2018 | $10,141 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2017 | $10,013 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2016 | $9,809 | $170,000 | $25,000 | $145,000 |
| 2015 | $9,467 | $167,800 | $24,600 | $143,200 |
| 2014 | $9,231 | $167,800 | $24,600 | $143,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lynn Fitzgerald
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lynn Fitzgerald
EXP REALTY, LLC
(732) 494-4604
154 Total Sales
Map
Source: All Jersey MLS
MLS Number: 2513984R
APN: 09-00085-01-00001-0000-C0049
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