Closed$1,050,000
TLC ≈ $8,714/mo
4 3 2,892 sqft
62 Myrtle Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
62 Myrtle Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$1,050,000
4 beds 3 baths 2,892 sqft Built 192010 days on marketClosed
About this home
Welcome to 62 Myrtle Avenue, a renovated 1920 home on a quiet dead-end street in the heart of SoMa Metuchen. Expanded in 2007 to blend classic charm with modern living, this home offers spacious bedrooms, large closets, and a layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. North-facing with large windows providing great natural light throughout. The open front porch leads to a welcoming foyer and sun-filled living room. A large formal dining room is ready for game nights and gatherings, while the kitchen overlooks the family room. Updated kitchen and baths (2020) include a chef's kitchen with quartz counters, bamboo cabinetry, gas range, double wall electric oven, JennAir vent, Bosch dishwasher, Bosch refrigerator, and beverage refrigerator. The adjoining family room features a woodburning fireplace and double sliders leading to the outdoor area. Upstairs features 4 bedrooms, including a large primary suite with walk-in closet and private en suite bath, along with a conveniently located laundry room. A staircase leads to a finished attic bonus space ideal for a home office, playroom, or guest area, with a mini split for both heating and cooling, plus additional unfinished storage. Basement includes modern waterproofing (2024), a workshop area, additional storage, walk-out access to the garage, and a second laundry area. Major upgrades include new mechanicals (2025) with 5-zone baseboard heat, 2-zone central air, and 200 amp service. Rear porch opens to a paver patio, creating an ideal space for entertaining. Spacious yard surrounded by mature trees with an attached shed under the rear porch for storage. New garage door with opener. Ideally located approximately 0.6 miles to the Metuchen Train Station and close to Edgar Middle School, the Metuchen YMCA, Middlesex Greenway, and Myrtle Park at the end of the block. Enjoy proximity to Metuchen's award-winning downtown with its vibrant mix of retail, restaurants, and inclusive community cultural events.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
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Your estimated payment
$7,649/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,545
- Utilities
- $581
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$4,762
Property tax + insurance$2,389
PMI / 2nd mortgage$394
Heating + cooling$154
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$8,149/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$1,050,000
Down payment
$52,500 (5%)
Loan amount
$997,500
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1920
Lot size
—
Stories
3
Heating
Zoned, Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$15,997
MLS #
2616366R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerFree-Standing FreezerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeOvenWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsEntrance FoyerKitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsLaundry RoomBath FullBath OtherLibrary/OfficeAtticUnfinished/Other Room
Exterior
BarbecueOpen Porch(es)CurbsPatioScreen/Storm WindowSidewalkFencing/WallStorage ShedYard
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
1 Car Width3 Cars DeepAsphaltGarageBuilt-In GarageOversizedGarage Door OpenerDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
PorchPatio
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Kitchen Exhaust FanPantryEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Sitting AreaFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit
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% |
(Zip) Code
8840
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Listing information last refreshed 6/1/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.