Charming 3-bedroom home cherished by the same owners for over 30 years. This warm and welcoming property features an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, and hardwood floors under the carpeting. Thoughtfully maintained with a newer roof, furnace, and central AC, it offers a solid foundation for buyers to bring their own style and updates.Set in one of Carteret's fast-rising neighborhoods, the location is exceptional minutes to the Rahway Train Station and close to major highways, shopping, dining, and the town's revitalized downtown. The upcoming Carteret ferry to NYC, plus an easy 30-minute bus ride to Midtown Manhattan, makes commuting effortless. Whether you're heading to work or planning a Broadway night out, Carteret puts it all within reach.Prefer to stay local? The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center offers year-round entertainment right in the heart of town giving you big-city energy without leaving the community.A wonderful home with strong potential in a prime location. Carteret is truly on the rise, and this address delivers both everyday convenience and exciting long-term value.
- NJ
- Carteret Boro
- 07008
- 85 Whitman St
- MLS# 3999134
- Date Listed11/24/2025
- Days on Realty 4 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.13 acres (5,663 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Tennyson Estates
- Property Type Single Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1959
- Water Public
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt
- Lot Size Acres 0.13
- Lot Size SQFT 5,662.80
- Lot Features Level
Directions
Monroe Ave to Patrick Street to Whitman Street.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $7,023
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2.76 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.51 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.51 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
0.95 mi
Distance
Private Nicholas Minue Elementary
Public • PK - 5
1.29 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.62 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
2.76 mi
Distance
Grover Cleveland Elementary School
Public • PK - 6
2.76 mi
Distance
Matthew Jago Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.94 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.95 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
3.95 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 6
3.99 mi
Distance
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership And Sustainability (the)
Public • PK - 5
4.08 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.51 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.83 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.9 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.19 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.52 mi
Distance
Richmond Preparatory Charter School
Public • 6 - 12
4.54 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.72 mi
Distance
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning
Public • 6 - 8
4.74 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
4.91 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
4.98 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.51 mi
Distance
Reaching Individual Student Excellence (rise)
Public • 9 - 12
1.51 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.07 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.32 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - 12
4.54 mi
Distance
John F Kennedy Mem High School
Public • 9 - 12
4.69 mi
Distance
Csi High School For International Studies
Public • 9 - 12
4.74 mi
Distance
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School
Public • 9 - 12
4.74 mi
Distance
J Christian Bollwage Academy Of Finance
Public • 9 - 12
4.84 mi
Distance
Woodbridge Academy Magnet School
Public • 9 - 12
5.1 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
1.62 mi
Distance
Bishop Patrick V Ahern High School
Private • UG - UG
5.13 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
5.13 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
5.55 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 10
5.74 mi
Distance
Mother Seton Regional High School
Private • 09 - 12
5.84 mi
Distance
St Joseph By The Sea High School
Private • 09 - 12
5.94 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
6.04 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
6.47 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
6.69 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Matthew Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 21, 2025 | $425,000 | Sep 17, 2024 | $475,400 |
| 31 Van Buren Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Nov 17, 2025 | $289,900 | Mar 15, 2024 | $387,500 |
| 122 Holly Street | 3 | 1 | Nov 17, 2025 | $269,999 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 22 Tennyson Street | 3 | 2 | Nov 17, 2025 | $549,900 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 20 Larch Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Nov 17, 2025 | $299,900 | Mar 15, 2024 | $383,100 |
| 16 Harvard Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Nov 17, 2025 | $405,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $436,500 |
| 21 McKinley Avenue | 3 | 3 | Nov 17, 2025 | $449,000 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 23 McKinley Avenue | 3 | 3 | Nov 17, 2025 | $449,000 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 6 Saint Ann Street | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 17, 2025 | $330,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $445,600 |
| 59 William Street | 4 | 2 | Nov 17, 2025 | $525,000 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,842 | 24,830 | 861,443 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 5,611 | 5,621 | 2,789 | 95 |
| People per Household | 3 | 3 | 2.8 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.7 | 37.7 | 40 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $73,959 | $73,945 | $91,657 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $28,103 | $28,101 | $40,606 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 129 | 123 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 19.8°F | 19.8°F | 21.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 85.7°F | 85.7°F | 85.4°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.94" | 50.94" | 48.78" | 38" |
71/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
33/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
51/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
2 nearby routes: 2 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 38/100, Transit Score: 31/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 85 Whitman St
Source: Realty.com
85 Whitman St, Carteret Boro, NJ 07008 is a Single Family 0 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 29 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $495,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 29 photos of 85 Whitman St.
Our records indicate that 85 Whitman St was built in 1959.
The full address for this home is 85 Whitman St, Carteret Boro, NJ 07008.
85 Whitman St has been listed on Realty.com since Mon November 24, 2025
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 38/100, Transit Score: 31/100, Bike Score: 38/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 85 Whitman St. P.s. 026 Carteret School (Grades: PK - 5), Carteret Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Carteret High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(tel: 973-267-8990)
Listing agent:
Carolyn Bardach
(tel: 973-538-5555)
(#253283)
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