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KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS, SHERRY TAMASCO
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Keller Williams Elite, Realtors
Price Drop:
$100,000
(1 day ago)
55 Home Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
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5 Beds
3 Baths
Open House:
(Local time)
Sat 4/5 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Local time)
Property Description
Experience timeless elegance in this majestic updated 5-bedroom, 3-bath Victorian home, exuding both historic charm and modern sophistication. Ideally located just 2 blocks from train with direct access to NYC. Upon entry, you are welcomed by a grand foyer that leads to a spacious family room adorned with crown molding and offering seamless access to both the fenced landscaped yard, and the gourmet kitchen. Designed for the culinary connoisseur, the kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line Thermador 8-burner gas stove, exhaust hood, double ovens, and custom cherry cabinetry. Magnificent center island features additional sink for food prep and an extended dining area with a built-in beverage center. French doors open to a charming wraparound porch, enhancing the home's capacity for both indoor and outdoor entertaining. The living room exudes warmth with its rich hardwood floors, custom window treatments, and a wood-burning fireplace framed by a marble surround. Adjacent, the formal dining room offers an ideal space for elegant gatherings, featuring custom built-in china cabinets with glass doors. The first floor further includes a full bathroom with granite countertops, laundry access with new washer and gas dryer, and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a mudroom, office, or additional entryway. This space is finished with new flooring, updated closet doors, and offers direct access to both the backyard and the full basement, which includes a secondary staircase to 5th bedroom. The 2ndfloor houses 5 generously sized bedrooms, a newly renovated primary bathroom w/Carrara marble. This luxurious retreat boasts a custom shower with a built-in bench and custom glass doors, dual vanities with granite countertops, towel warmer, and a spacious walk-in closet. The main bathroom has also been newly renovated to include a Carrera marble vanity, a beautifully tiled tub/shower combination, and tile floor. The full walk-out basement is equipped with a French drain, sump pump, and radon mitigation system, offering considerable potential for customization, including the possibility of a wine cellar. The finished walk-up attic features a bonus room complete with central air, baseboard electric heat, and a skylight which can become the 6th bedroom. The unfinished portion of the attic provides ample storage space with the potential for future expansion. A 2 car extended garage, equipped with electricity, is complemented by a charming homegrown saloon situated at the end of a private, lengthy driveway. The landscaped property provides a serene setting for relaxation or entertaining. Additional highlights include a 200 AMP electrical service, 1.5 year old hot water heater, and central air on the second floor, installed 3 years ago. This exceptional home seamlessly blends historic character with modern conveniences, offering endless possibilities for both comfortable living and future enhancements. Great schools, ranked best Main St. award.
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Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1850
Days on Site
19 Days
HVAC
Zoned, Baseboard Electric, Central Air, Baseboard Hotwater, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
2 Parking Spaces
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Sat 4/5 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Local time)
Sun 4/6 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Local time)
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Purchase Price:
$1,100,000
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Price & Tax History
Date
Event
Price
03/31/2025
Price Decrease
(-8.33% )
03/22/2025
Listed
(+81.82% )
08/19/2020
Sold
(+169.39% )
06/11/1997
Sold
Year
Property Tax
Assessed Value
Assessed Value is a combination of the land and additions.
2023
(+5.51% )
Land 100,000 +
Additions 195,000
2022
(+34.19% )
Land 100,000 +
Additions 195,000
2021
(+4.41% )
Land 100,000 +
Additions 195,000
2019
(+0.69% )
Land 100,000 +
Additions 125,000
2017
Land 100,000 +
Additions 125,000
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Matawan Regional High School
9th-12th Grade
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Very Walkable
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