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44 Rector Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840

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5 Beds
4 Baths
3,800 Sq Ft

Charming 5-Bedroom Home in the Heart of MetuchenWelcome 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.

Listing By: NANCY STEINGART - COLDWELL BANKER REALTY njmcmls Realty.com
  • MLS# 2602829R
  • Date Listed08/18/2025
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 3 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.64 acres (28,079 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision downtown
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Middlesex
  • Year Built 1900
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 3,800 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $368.39

Interior Features

  • Appliances Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Dryer, Free- Standing Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Cooling Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating Exhaust Fan, Zoned, Baseboard

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Barbecue
  • Roof Asphalt
  • Lot Size Acres 0.64
  • Lot Size SQFT 28,079.00
  • Lot Features -

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $24,481
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Mildred B Moss School

Public • PK - KG • Serves this home

0.41 mi

Distance

Campbell Elementary School

Public • 1 - 4

0.41 mi

Distance

Edgar Elementary School

Public • 5 - 8 • Serves this home

1.29 mi

Distance

Metuchen High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

0.45 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in NJ / 08840

Source: Walkscore

93/100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score ®

50/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Daily errands do not require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 40/100, Transit Score: 6/100, Bike Score: 39/100.

Property Change History

List Price decreased from $1,449,900 to $1,399,900
Price Per Square Foot decreased from $381.55 to $368.39

Frequently Asked Questions for 44 Rector Street

Source: Realty.com

44 Rector Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840 is a Single Family 3,800 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 71 photos available of this 5 bed, 4 bath house, listed at $1,399,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 71 photos of 44 Rector Street.

Our records indicate that 44 Rector Street was built in 1900.

The full address for this home is 44 Rector Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840.

44 Rector Street has been listed on Realty.com since Mon August 18, 2025

Daily errands do not require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 40/100, Transit Score: 6/100, Bike Score: 39/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 44 Rector Street. Mildred B Moss School (Grades: PK - KG), Edgar Elementary School (Grades: 5 - 8), Metuchen High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty (tel: 732-494-7700)
Listing agent: Nancy Steingart (#NANCSTEI)

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