Charming 5-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Metuchen Welcome to your dream home on one of Metuchen's most picturesque, tree-lined streets. This beautifully modernized 5-bedroom residence seamlessly blends classic charm with modern comfort all just a 7-minute walk to award-winning Main Street and express train service to Manhattan. Set on a generous 2/3-acre lot, the backyard is a serene retreat featuring mature pine trees, a blooming wildflower garden, and frequent visits from songbirds. Two spacious screened-in porches provide peaceful outdoor living spaces, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Inside, you'll find sunlit, spacious rooms with timeless details ideal for both entertaining and everyday living.Located within the highly rated Metuchen school district, this home offers the rare combination of privacy, convenience, and community. Don't miss this unique opportunity to live in one of New Jersey's most desirable small towns.
Sold for $1,360,000 on 11/25/25
$1,360,000
44 Rector St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
5beds
3,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.64 Acres Lot
$1,363,600 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$4,944 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,363,600
$1.25M - $1.49M
$4,944/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 25, 2025 at 12:22pm
Listed by:
NANCY STEINGART,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 732-494-7700
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2602829R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
Bathroom
- Features: Jacuzzi-Type, Stall Shower
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Zoned, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Free-Standing Freezer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Sound System, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Library/Office, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, Florida Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Main, Other Room(s), 2 Bedrooms
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,800
- Total interior livable area: 3,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Train
Details
- Parcel number: 0900124000000057
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $1,360,000-2.9%$358/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2602829R | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Contingent | $1,399,900$368/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2602829R | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $1,399,900-3.4%$368/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2602829R | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $1,449,900-3.3%$382/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2514523R | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+391.5%$394/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2514523R | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,482 | $352,000 |
| 2024 | $24,482 +3.5% | $352,000 |
| 2023 | $23,661 +5.5% | $352,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMildred B. Moss Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Edgar Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Metuchen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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Estimated market value
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