Closed$1,700
TLC ≈ $263/mo
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51 McCoy Avenue #2, Metuchen, NJ 08840
26 Desser Place, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$879,900
3 beds 3 baths 1,268 sqft Built 19620 days on marketActive
About this home
COMING SOON 8/2. This beautifully maintained three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and exceptional indoor and outdoor living. A partially finished basement with a full bathroom provides additional flexible living space, making it ideal for a family room, recreation room, home office. The attractive exterior features a one-car garage, a double-wide driveway, landscaped grounds that create outstanding curb appeal. Step into the expansive private backyard, thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy the inviting concrete patio and spacious wooden deck, complete with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen featuring a built-in grill, refrigerator, granite countertops, and a bar area. Gather around the fire pit on cool evenings or unwind in the hot tub, creating your own backyard oasis. Inside, the home showcases hardwood and ceramic tile flooring throughout, offering both style and durability. The generously sized primary suite and additional bedrooms provide ample space for family and guests, while the warm hardwood accents create a welcoming atmosphere throughout the home. Whether you're hosting family gatherings or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, the expansive deck and private backyard provide the perfect setting for year-round enjoyment. Combining thoughtful updates, versatile living spaces, and impressive outdoor amenities, this home is truly move-in ready and one you'll be proud to call your own.
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
$8,059/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $7,893
- Utilities
- $527
- Transportation
- $129
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$5,668
Property tax + insurance$1,895
PMI / 2nd mortgage$330
Heating + cooling$102
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$129
Budget$8,559/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$879,900
Down payment
$43,995 (5%)
Loan amount
$835,905
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level
Year built
1962
Lot size
0.1728 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$12,696
MLS #
2701570R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeOvenWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Entrance FoyerBath FullKitchenLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room3 Bedrooms
Exterior
BarbecueDeckPatioScreen/Storm WindowFencing/WallYard
Parking
2 Car WidthAsphaltGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageGarage Door OpenerDrivewayOn Street
Patio & porch
DeckPatio
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsPantryEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
Full Bath
Spa
Private
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
See Remarks
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 8/2/2026. Provided courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.