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47 Orchard Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840

$849,000

4 beds 4 baths 1,931 sqft Built 19566 days on marketActive

About this home

**All Best And Final Offers Due By Wed, 5/13 at 12 Noon.** Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial home in the heart of Metuchen, where pride of ownership is evident from the moment you step inside. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the first floor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. To the left of the entryway, you'll find a formal dining room highlighted by an elegant chandelier, perfect for hosting gatherings. To the right, the spacious living room opens seamlessly into a large eat-in kitchen, offering a desirable open-concept layout. The kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, a stunning center island, and ample space for everyday living and entertaining. Large windows throughout the living area fill the home with abundant natural light. On this level you will also find a bedroom and a half-bathroom. The second floor was completely renovated in 2008 and offers three generously sized bedrooms. The primary suite includes an oversized closet, an additional large closet, and a private en-suite bathroom. The two additional bedrooms are both spacious and share a well-appointed full bathroom featuring a beautiful skylight that enhances the space with natural light. The fully finished basement, completed in 2019 by Ideal, adds incredible versatility with two recreation rooms, a full bathroom, and a large laundry room with custom cabinetry for extra storage. Additional updates include newly completed front and back stairs (2025), forced air heat, and two-zone central air for optimal comfort year-round. This move-in-ready home combines timeless charm with modern updates, don't miss the opportunity to make it yours. Close to shopping, and easy access to NYC. Buyer to receive a 1 Year Home Warranty at Closing (Cinch home warranty: Preferred plan). No showings until 5/09

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
$8,078/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$7,870
Principal + interest$5,469
Property tax + insurance$2,083
PMI / 2nd mortgage$318
Utilities
$587
Heating + cooling$132
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$129
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Other (entertainment)
$157
$8,078/mo TLC
Budget$8,578/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$849,000
Down payment
$42,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$806,550
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1956
Lot size
0.1722 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$14,953
MLS #
2613965R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDisposalDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Skylight1 BedroomKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsBath FullBath MainAttic
Exterior
BarbecueLawn SprinklersOpen Porch(es)CurbsPatioEnclosed Porch(es)Fencing/WallStorage ShedYard
Community
Curbs
Parking
Asphalt
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit

Neighborhood — 08840

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population12,5058,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19908.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density3,9731,137
Male6,1484,307,827147,432,321
Female6,3574,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,4091,965,81163,775,926
Married5,9623,647,435123,120,365
Separated248391,23912,639,686
Widowed685515,17215,467,586
Divorced714529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold4,6383,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.692.732.60
Medial Age38.8337.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$91,148$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$116,452$83,312$63,629
P C I$43,580$30,662$24,529
M D I$71,699$52,505$41,133
A T H E$78,902$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J78.69%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8840

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Listing information last refreshed 5/9/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

47 Orchard Avenue · Metuchen — $849,000 · Certihomes