OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2019 for $530K

$879,373

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,946/mo

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159 High St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

About this home

The perfect combination of modern amenities & traditional charm, under 1 mile to Metuchen train station! Updates in 2014 include: new kitchen w/center island, granite counters, tile backsplash & stainless steel appliances; refinished wood floors throughout; new windows, roof & siding; new furnace & central A/C. More recent updates include custom plantation shutters throughout the entire house. The inviting Master Bedroom features a shiplap accent wall. Impeccably landscaped property with underground sprinkler system. Maintenance free Trex deck, leading to a spacious paver patio and fenced-in back yard. Custom interior touches include crown moldings, two-panel doors, recessed lights throughout the home. Ceiling fans in master bedroom & second bedroom. House is wired for ADT Alarm. Corner lot in an awesome location, close to everything!

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

7,274 sq ftLot Size

1 car garageParking

Listed by SCOTT KESSLER • C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC

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•Source:CJMLS #2004732

Redfin Estimate

$879,373

$349K since sold in December 2019$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 24.1% higher than the average sale price ($709K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$759,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,750 sq ft
78 Rose St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
SOLD APR 28, 2026
$850,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,429 sq ft
168 High St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$550,000
C
4 beds1 bath— sq ft
259 High St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$608,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft
31 Rieder Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
SOLD MAR 26, 2026
$776,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,292 sq ft
55 Grove Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

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$2,294/mo

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Market trends in 08840, NJ

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.1%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$770K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

57d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$780,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
690 New Durham Rd, Metuchen, NJ 08840
3D WALKTHROUGH
$950,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,400 sq ft
119 Harvard Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$634,900
5 beds3 baths2,073 sq ft
134 Atlantic St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
COMING SOON
$689,900
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
43 Franklin School Way #611, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$549,000
4 beds1 bath1,282 sq ft
21 Mcguire St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
$749,999
3 beds2 baths1,520 sq ft
196 Marsh Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$469,900
2 beds1 bath896 sq ft
39 Victory Ct, Metuchen, NJ 08840
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Sale history for 159 High St

Date

Event

Price

CJMLS #2004732

Dec 13, 2019

Sold

$530,000

Sep 25, 2019

Delisted

—

Sep 18, 2019

Listed

$525,000

CJMLS #1414209

May 23, 2014

Sold

$450,000

+11

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,961 (+4.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2024

$15,301 (+3.5%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2023

$14,788 (+5.5%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2022

$14,016 (+2.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2021

$13,695 (+1.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2020

$13,515 (+12.2%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2019

$12,043 (+0.4%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2018

$11,999 (+0.3%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2017

$11,960 (+2.6%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2016

$11,655 (+43.6%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2014

$8,119 (+2.1%)

$90,000 + $111,000

$201,000

2013

$7,954 (+4.8%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2011

$7,591 (+4.0%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2010

$7,300 (+3.6%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2009

$7,043

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

Tax history for 159 High St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,961 (+4.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2024

$15,301 (+3.5%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2023

$14,788 (+5.5%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2022

$14,016 (+2.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2021

$13,695 (+1.3%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2020

$13,515 (+12.2%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2019

$12,043 (+0.4%)

$90,000 + $130,000

$220,000

2018

$11,999 (+0.3%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2017

$11,960 (+2.6%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2016

$11,655 (+43.6%)

$90,000 + $112,000

$202,000

2014

$8,119 (+2.1%)

$90,000 + $111,000

$201,000

2013

$7,954 (+4.8%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2011

$7,591 (+4.0%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2010

$7,300 (+3.6%)

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

2009

$7,043

$89,800 + $57,800

$147,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

68 ft.

Lot depth

107 ft.

Lot size

7,275 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,367

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

0900154 0200002

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Asphalt, 1 Car Width, Detached

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1

Dining Room Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Granite/Corian Countertops, Separate Dining Area

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry

Room Information
# of Rooms: 7

Interior Features
Flooring: Wood
Stories Total: 2
Window Features: Blinds
Interior Features: Blinds, Security System, Bath Half, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Attic

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fencing/Wall, Lawn Sprinklers, Sidewalk, Yard
Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Asphalt

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.167
Lot Size Dimensions: 68 x 107
Lot Size Area: 0.167
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Corner Lot, Near Public Transit

Land Information
Water Source: Public

Property Information
Has Property Attached: No
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Security Features: Security System

Building Information
Levels: Two

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $11,999

Utilities

Utility Information
Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Sewer Charge, Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,367
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,275 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 0900154 0200002

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage Included In Tax
Transaction Type: Sale

Around this home

Schools

Edgar Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Metuchen High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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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

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Metuchen, NJ • 08840

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$836,000 – $1.01M

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Home values near 159 High St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
114 High St, Metuchen, NJ 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$682,156
152 High St, Metuchen, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$709,655

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 High St, Metuchen, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 2414 Sq. Ft.	$956,860
171 High St, Metuchen, NJ 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$721,420

Address	Redfin Estimate
130 High St, Metuchen, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 2093 Sq. Ft.	$1,069,768
121 High St, Metuchen, NJ 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$989,024

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