Welcome to 26 Rutgers Ave in Colonia a spacious and beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home offering 2,281 sq. ft. of living space on a 7,248 sq. ft. lot. Built in 2002, this home has a bright, open feel from the moment you walk in. Hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and large windows bring warmth and natural light throughout the main living areas. The open layout makes the home feel comfortable and connected, with plenty of room for everyday living, family time, and entertaining. The kitchen is one of the highlights of the home, featuring rich wood cabinetry, white countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous storage, and a center island that gives you extra workspace while keeping the kitchen open to the surrounding living areas. Upstairs, the bedrooms offer great space, hardwood flooring, and useful closet storage. The home includes three bathrooms, including a spacious primary bath with a jetted soaking tub, along with another updated bathroom featuring a beautifully tiled shower. There is also a large pantry/storage area, attached 1-car garage, and a semi-finished walkout basement that gives you even more flexibility for storage, a home gym, recreation space, office setup, or future finishing. Outside is where this home really stands out. A large multi-level deck overlooks the fully fenced backyard, creating a wonderful space for summer evenings, family gatherings, gardening, kids, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. Mature trees provide a comfortable sense of privacy, while the front of the home offers attractive curb appeal with its brick exterior, covered porch, driveway, and landscaped yard. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,281 sq. ft. , an open layout, updated kitchen, hardwood floors, spacious backyard, deck, garage, and additional basement space, this home offers the kind of room and flexibility that is becoming harder to find. A comfortable home with space to grow, entertain, work, and enjoy ready for its next owner. Property highlights: 4 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • 2,281 sq. ft. • 7,248 sq. ft. lot • Built in 2002 • Updated kitchen with island • Stainless steel appliances • Hardwood floors • Recessed lighting • Primary bath with jetted soaking tub • Updated tiled bathroom • Semi-finished walkout basement • Attached 1-car garage • Large multi-level deck • Fully fenced backyard • Covered front porch
Median sale price in this area is $578,103. (35% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Located in the Colonia subdivision
Home design
Built in 2002
Construction
Living area approximately 2,281
Sale and tax history for 26 Rutgers Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmuerodfa081is60d4gfugkjo
Sep 24, 2026
Listed
$895,000
$392/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 17, 2021
Sold
$512,000
$224/sq ft
CJMLS #2103576
Jan 7, 2021
Sold
$512,000
$224/sq ft
Nov 6, 2020
Delisted
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Oct 1, 2020
Relisted
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Sep 22, 2020
Contingent
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Sep 2, 2020
Delisted
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Aug 21, 2020
Listed
$519,900
$228/sq ft
+27
Upgrade to this Brick & Vinyl, 2 story Colonial in prominent,secluded location bordering Estate Section*Built in 2002, features romantic front porch,Elegant Formal Living and Dining room, raised ceilings, hard wood and ceramic flooring, cabinet filled kitchen opens to spacious family rm w/sliders to 2 tier deck in park like yard. Master br/master bath w/jacuzzi tub & separate shower*huge base w/outside exit*1st floor laundry. EZ access to NY train, schools, shops, parks & main roads. A rare find in sought after neighborhood.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,276 (+3.3%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2024
$16,722 (+2.2%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2023
$16,360 (+2.5%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2022
$15,954 (+0.8%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2021
$15,823 (+3.1%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2020
$15,346 (+2.4%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2019
$14,982 (+1.9%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2018
$14,698 (+1.8%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2017
$14,439 (+0.8%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2016
$14,327 (+4.0%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2014
$13,774 (+1.5%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2013
$13,575 (+6.6%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2011
$12,738 (+5.1%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2010
$12,122 (+5.2%)
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
2009
$11,520
$23,600 + $114,600
$138,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
7,248 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,281
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,281
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2500468 0402227
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
R-7.5
High-Density Single-Family Residential Zone
The purpose of the R-7.5 Residential Zone is to provide for varied types of housing to meet the desires of a certain segment of the population.
Permitted uses
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Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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