CCertihomes
244 3rd Street, Dunellen, NJ 08812

$549,900

3 beds 2 baths 1,329 sqft Built 195011 days on marketClosed

About this home

Dunellen charm meets modern updates! From the moment you arrive, this inviting Colonial captivates with its welcoming rocking chair front porch, attractive landscaping, and timeless curb appeal. Inside, a thoughtfully renovated interior showcases sun-filled living spaces, gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The expanded kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. The main level also offers a spacious dining room, inviting living room with custom stone accent wall and electric fireplace, and a sun-lit den surrounded by windows and separated by classic French doors. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, the main bath, and a finished walk-up attic offering flexible bonus space for an office, guest suite, playroom, or home gym. Additional highlights include a 1st floor full bath, new washer and dryer, Thermopane windows, and newer exterior doors. Outside, enjoy the private fenced backyard, spacious deck, and beautifully maintained garden. Major mechanical upgrades include 200-amp electric service, mini-split AC system, and owned solar panels helping to keep utility costs low. Move-in ready and conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, major highways, and the train station. This home combines timeless character, today's most desired updates, and outstanding indoor-outdoor living.

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 4% APR.

Your estimated payment
$4,310/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,042
Principal + interest$2,494
Property tax + insurance$1,342
PMI / 2nd mortgage$206
Utilities
$513
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$121
Car insurance + maintenance$121
Other (entertainment)
$143
$4,310/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$690/mo
Purchase price
$549,900
Down payment
$27,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$522,405
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1950
Lot size
0.1722 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$9,568
MLS #
2617961R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeOvenWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsSkylightKitchenLiving RoomBath FullDenDining Room3 BedroomsBath MainAtticStorage
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckFencing/WallYard
Parking
1 Car WidthAsphaltDrivewayPaved
Patio & porch
PorchDeck
Pool
None
Fireplace
Decorative
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast Bar
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Near Shopping, Near Train, Level

Neighborhood — 08812

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population17,3088,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199014.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density3,3671,137
Male8,5504,307,827147,432,321
Female8,7584,525,010151,655,844
Never Married3,5511,965,81163,775,926
Married7,4023,647,435123,120,365
Separated720391,23912,639,686
Widowed877515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,109529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,9263,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.852.732.60
Medial Age36.8137.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$70,788$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$86,035$83,312$63,629
P C I$30,898$30,662$24,529
M D I$57,699$52,505$41,133
A T H E$63,030$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%
W C J79.67%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8812

Data via Certihomes neighborhood index. Comparisons across this ZIP, county and the United States.

Map & walkability

Open in Google Maps →

Recently sold nearby

Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC

Listing information last refreshed 6/27/2026. Provided courtesy of ERA BONIAKOWSKI REAL ESTATE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.