Discover the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience in this classic Metuchen beauty, nestled on a highly desirable street just moments from vibrant downtown, shopping, and the train. Set on an extra-large fenced-in property, this home offers timeless character with thoughtful updates throughout. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including a stunning new primary suite with a California-style extra large closet, built-in bookcases, a cozy cedar-lined window seat, and a spa-like ensuite bath with double sinks and a soaking tub. Anderson windows throughout. Enjoy everyday comfort in the inviting den, a formal dining room, living room with gas fireplace, and an updated kitchen. The charming 3-season porch is perfect for relaxing, while the spacious yard boasts a paver patio, detached garage, and storage shedplenty of room for entertaining and outdoor fun.
Sold
$875,000
161 E Chestnut Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
7,000 sqft lot
$886,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 21, 2025 at 10:09am
Listed by:
Margaret P. Cook,
BH HOMESERVICES FOX & ROACH 732-494-7677
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2508723R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Galley Type
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Zoned, Forced Air
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Security System, Watersoftener Owned, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Other Room(s), Den, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Main
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished, Full, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Lawn Sprinklers, Outbuilding(s), Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed, Yard
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 7,000 sqft
- Dimensions: 175.00 x 40.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09000930100005
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Metuchen
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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Estimated market value
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Estimated market value
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