Closed$2,300
TLC ≈ $268/mo
2 1 —
176 Central Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
25 Hill Road, Edison, NJ 08817
$549,000
3 beds 2 baths — Built 19588 days on marketClosed
About this home
Full of character & possibility this split-level home in desirable Edison is ready for its next chapter. With 3 bdrms & 1.5 baths the layout already works but the real story is in the upside. A spacious attic offers natural potential for a 4th bedroom with ensuite bath, making this a rare find for buyers looking to add value from day one. Inside, the home is a true original. Vintage details throughout give it a one-of-a-kind character that renovators and creative buyers will immediately appreciate. Bring your vision and transform these timeless bones into something spectacular. Step outside and discover the crown jewel of this property a backyard that was once a stunning private garden. Cobblestone paths wind through the grounds, passing two decorative ponds, charming statues, and a picturesque bridge. While the garden has been resting, the bones of something truly magical remain, just waiting to be brought back to life. This is the one! Priced to reflect the opportunity don't miss it.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.19% APR.
Your estimated payment
$5,274/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,046
- Utilities
- $467
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$3,537
Property tax + insurance$1,303
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Heating + cooling$104
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$5,774/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$549,000
Down payment
$27,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$521,550
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level, Two Story
Year built
1958
Lot size
—
Stories
3
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,754
MLS #
2614450R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Home features
Appliances
DryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Laundry RoomBath HalfFamily RoomKitchenLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullOther Room(s)
Exterior
BarbecueOpen Porch(es)Enclosed Porch(es)
Parking
AsphaltGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDriveway
Patio & porch
PorchEnclosed
Kitchen
Country Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
See Remarks
Neighborhood — 08817
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,087 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 17.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 4,508 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 22,667 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 23,420 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 10,178 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 20,324 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 1,718 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,208 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,678 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 16,989 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.70 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 35.51 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $70,549 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $80,178 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $29,712 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $57,581 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $60,515 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 78.01% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8817
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Listing information last refreshed 5/1/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.