$499,000

149 Ethel St Metuchen, NJ 08840

Estimated payment $3,485/month

Total Views 22,680
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,480 Sq Ft
$337 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Rated A-
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Property is near shops

About This Home

Beautifully Renovated 5-Bedroom Home in a Highly Desirable Neighborhood! This stunning, recently renovated home offers modern updates and plenty of space, featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths across multiple levels. The main level includes 3 bedrooms and a full bath, while the upper level boasts 2 additional bedrooms and a half bath. The partially finished basement provides additional living space, complete with a recreation room, full bath, and laundry area. Enjoy the convenience of a 1-car garage with direct home entry, and relax in the private, fenced-in backyardideal for entertaining or unwinding. Located in a top-rated school district, this home is perfect for families seeking quality education options. Plus, it's just minutes from grocery stores, shopping centers, and dining, ensuring everyday convenience. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to major highways and multiple train stations, making travel effortless. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to call this beautifully updated home in a fantastic location your own!

Listing Agent

Sheena Singh

VRI HOMES Listed on: 05/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,742

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 5,301 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 53.00
  • Property is zoned R-6

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,480 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Property is near shops

Community Details

  • Menlo Park Ter Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,742

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1217
  • Lot Size: 100.00 x 53.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Menlo Park Ter
  • Architectural Style: Development Home
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo, Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Not Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished, Bath Full
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum
  • Interior Amenities: 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Full, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Half, None
  • Living Area: 1480
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Near Shopping
  • Pool Features: None, In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Attached

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Zoned, Baseboard Hotwater
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5301
  • Zoning: R-6

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8742
  • Tax Year: 2023

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,492 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2023 $8,492 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2022 $8,274 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2021 $7,661 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2020 $7,945 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2019 $7,750 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2018 $7,591 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2017 $7,452 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2016 $7,647 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2015 $7,260 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
2014 $7,095 $74,200 $20,600 $53,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $499,000 -9.1% $337 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Price Changed $549,000 -6.8% $371 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $589,000 +55.8% $398 / Sq Ft
01/04/2023 01/04/23 Sold $378,000 -3.1% $348 / Sq Ft
11/28/2022 11/28/22 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2022 11/09/22 For Sale $389,900 -- $359 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $378,000 Founders Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $366,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2513601R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 25-00351-04-00020