Closed$299,900
TLC ≈ $2,795/mo
2 1 —
49 Liddle Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837
25 Home Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$599,999
3 beds 2 baths 1,587 sqft Built 19350 days on marketActive
About this home
Exceptional opportunity in one of Metuchen's most desirable locations. Just two blocks from the NJ Transit train and bus and moments from downtown restaurants, shopping, and highly regarded schools. This Colonial features all 3 bedrooms on the second level, a walk-up attic with expansion potential, basement, enclosed front porch, 1 car attached garage and existing ductwork for those considering central air. Major updates include a 2025 furnace and 2025 gas hot water heater. Ideal for buyers looking to renovate and personalize, those seeking more space in town, or developers looking for a prime in-town property. Endless possibilities in a highly sought-after location. A MUST SEE.
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
$6,076/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,779
- Utilities
- $579
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$3,865
Property tax + insurance$1,689
PMI / 2nd mortgage$225
Heating + cooling$128
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$6,576/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$599,999
Down payment
$30,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$569,999
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1935
Lot size
0.1366 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$13,059
MLS #
2662171M
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Home features
Appliances
DryerGas Range/OvenRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Dining RoomBath HalfKitchenLiving Room3 BedroomsBath MainAttic
Exterior
Yard
Parking
1 Car WidthAttached
Pool
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Galley Type
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Public Transit, Near Shopping, Near Train
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 6/15/2026. Provided courtesy of EXP REALTY, LLC via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.