$759,000
About this home
Welcome to 78 Rose Street, a beautifully maintained home set on a quiet street in the heart of Metuchen. Just moments from vibrant downtown, shops, restaurants, parks, and the train station, this location offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and commuter convenience. Step inside to find bright, inviting living spaces. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining area, and a kitchen with ample cabinetry, plus a newer dishwasher and refrigerator. A newly gutted and refurbished den enhanced by newer cathedral ceilings that create an open, airy feel adds valuable flexible space ideal for a home office, media room, or guest area. Generous bedrooms provide comfort and versatility, while additional highlights include hardwood floors and a full basement offering excellent storage or future finishing potential. Outside, enjoy a private backyard, newer concrete sidewalks, an updated exterior staircase, and new handrails that add both curb appeal and functionality. With thoughtful updates throughout and a prime location close to everything Metuchen has to offer, 78 Rose Street is a wonderful place to call home. Schedule your private showing today!
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.
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,026
- Utilities
- $583
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Quick facts
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Home features
Lot features
Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
Neighborhood — 08840
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,505 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 8.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 3,973 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 6,148 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 6,357 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 2,409 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 5,962 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 248 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 685 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 714 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 4,638 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.69 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 38.83 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| 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 R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 78.69% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
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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.