Dunellen charm meets modern updates! From the moment you arrive, this inviting Colonial captivates with its welcoming rocking chair front porch, attractive landscaping, and timeless curb appeal. Inside, a thoughtfully renovated interior showcases sun-filled living spaces, gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The expanded kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. The main level also offers a spacious dining room, inviting living room with custom stone accent wall and electric fireplace, and a sun-lit den surrounded by windows and separated by classic French doors. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, the main bath, and a finished walk-up attic offering flexible bonus space for an office, guest suite, playroom, or home gym. Additional highlights include a 1st floor full bath, new washer and dryer, Thermopane windows, and newer exterior doors. Outside, enjoy the private fenced backyard, spacious deck, and beautifully maintained garden. Major mechanical upgrades include 200-amp electric service, mini-split AC system, and owned solar panels helping to keep utility costs low. Move-in ready and conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, major highways, and the train station. This home combines timeless character, today's most desired updates, and outstanding indoor-outdoor living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
7,501 sq ftLot Size
$421Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by THOMAS BONIAKOWSKI• ERA BONIAKOWSKI REAL ESTATE
Est. $2,612 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 244 3rd St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GSMLS #4036726
Aug 14, 2026
Sold
$560,000
$421/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$549,900
$414/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Coming Soon
$549,900
$414/sq ft
CJMLS #2617961R
Aug 14, 2026
Sold
$560,000
$421/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Delisted
—
Jun 24, 2026
Coming Soon
$549,900
$414/sq ft
GSMLS #3845963
Jul 21, 2023
Sold
$450,000
$339/sq ft
Jun 13, 2023
Pending
—
May 27, 2023
Listed
$430,000
$324/sq ft
CJMLS #2311244R
Jul 21, 2023
Sold
$450,000
$339/sq ft
May 27, 2023
Listed
$430,000
$324/sq ft
+33
Beautiful, quaint Colonial, imagine yourself on your rocking chair on your maintenance-free front porch. Ideal for those nights you wish to just chill out and enjoy the weather with perhaps a glass of wine or a bottle of beer! Located in this beautiful town of Dunellen. This house prides on an updated kitchen and baths with stainless steel appliances: refrigerator - 2021, dishwasher (2023), ceiling fans (2023), a cozy electric fireplace (2022) in the living room., 3 bedrooms and 1.5 total baths. Nice engineered wood floors on both first and second floors. Finished attic with carpet perfect for a playroom, office, or den or perhaps another bedroom with skylights. Recently painted. Water Heater (2018), furnace (2015), oven/stove-gas (2015) , Washer and Dryer (2014). Electrical upgraded on 2015. 2 Skylights (Attic Room). Nice flat backyard. Newer front door and back door. Let your imagination take you away and make this home yours! Owner-owned Solar panels (2015), cheap electricity, save those precious dollar and be kind to the environment. Blocks away to NYC trains and buses. Less than an hour ride from the City, NJ shores, border of Pennsylvania and NY State.
Public Records
May 29, 2013
Sold
$195,597
$147/sq ft
CJMLS #212175
May 7, 2013
Sold
$190,000
$143/sq ft
GSMLS #2928649
May 7, 2013
Sold
$190,000
$143/sq ft
Public Records
May 5, 2005
Sold
$315,000
$237/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 15, 1995
Sold
$129,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,460 (+9.3%)
$96,100 + $369,200
$465,300
2024
$9,568 (+11.1%)
$96,100 + $331,200
$427,300
2023
$8,609 (+2.1%)
$96,100 + $285,400
$381,500
2022
$8,432 (−6.6%)
$96,100 + $221,800
$317,900
2021
$9,026 (+21.2%)
$96,100 + $209,300
$305,400
2020
$7,444 (+4.7%)
$96,100 + $194,300
$290,400
2019
$7,112 (−8.1%)
$106,700 + $122,500
$229,200
2018
$7,739 (+4.2%)
$106,700 + $122,500
$229,200
2017
$7,426 (+3.8%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2016
$7,155 (+4.8%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2014
$6,829 (+1.2%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2013
$6,745 (+1.4%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2011
$6,651 (+2.7%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2010
$6,473 (+3.8%)
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
2009
$6,236
$23,800 + $33,500
$57,300
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
7,501 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,329
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
0300012 00010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Driveway, Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom 3 Information
Bedroom Width: 10
Bedroom Length: 12
Bedroom Area: 120
Bedroom 4 Information
Bedroom Width: 10
Bedroom Length: 11
Bedroom Area: 110
Master Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Width: 11
Master Bedroom Length: 12
Master Bedroom Area: 132
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Dining Room Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Width: 11
Dining Room Length: 14
Dining Room Area: 154
Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
Living Room Information
Living Room Width: 11
Living Room Length: 12
Living Room Area: 132
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Width: 10
Kitchen Length: 14
Kitchen Area: 140
Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Breakfast Bar
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Storage Space, Laundry Facilities
Room Information
Den Dimensions: 13x9
Other Room Dimensions: 24x13
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Stories Total: 2
Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
Interior Features: Blinds, Skylight, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Den, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Attic, Storage
Separate Living Quarters: No
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Deck, Fencing/Wall, Yard
Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Roof: Asphalt
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Area: 0.1722
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Level
Land Information
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Has Property Attached: No
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Restrictions YN: false
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,329
Levels: Two, 3rd Floor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $9,568
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: 240 Volt(s), 200 Amp(s)
Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Heating: Radiators-Hot Water
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,329
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,501 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 0300012 00010
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage-Extra Charge
Transaction Type: Sale
Around this home
Schools
John P. Faber Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Dunellen High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
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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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dunellen, NJ • 08812
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Dunellen. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$533,000 – $646,000
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