Listing
$1,290,000
76 Sp••••• St (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Metuchen, NJ 08840
Property Description
Elegant Colonial in the Heart of Metuchen....Welcome to this Beautifully appointed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom Colonial, ideally located on a charming, tree-lined street in one of Metuchen's most desirable neighborhoods. From the inviting front porch to the thoughtfully designed living spaces, this home offers a wonderful blend of timeless character, modern comfort & exceptional convenience. The spacious main level features a beautifully designed open kitchen w/granite counter tops, a center island, a separate dining area & a skylight that baths the space in natural light. The kitchen opens effortlessly to the inviting family room - creating the perfect flow for entertaining, relaxing & everyday living. First floor bedroom and updated bath. Dining room with french doors opening to a lovely Living Room. The basement offers valuable additional living space and can be customized to suit your lifestyle--whether used as home office, fitness area, recreation room or playroom. Outdoor living is equally impressive. Step into the beautiful backyard & enjoy an over-sized Trex deck, perfect for morning coffee, summer barbecues or peaceful evenings at home. Location is truly exceptional, just a few short blocks from the train station, with easy access to the YMCA, Metuchen Pool & Vibrant downtown. Nearby Cafes, restaurants, boutiques & year round community events-all while coming home to the tranquility of a beautiful residential neighborhood.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- For Sale
- Listed
- Sep 15, 2026
- ZIP Code
- 08840
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Parking
- 2
- Heating
- Baseboard Hotwater, Multi Zone
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan, Central Air, Multi Zone Cooling
- Property Tax (2025)
- $17,448/yr
- Assessed Value
- $240,500
- Last Sold
- $1,225,000 · Jan 26, 2026
- County
- Middlesex
- School District
- Metuchen Public School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.00
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.34
- Lot Size Dimensions: 74X200
- Lot Size Square Feet: 14810
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable TV
- Garbage Included
- Water Source: Public Water
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Kitchen Exhaust Fan
- Range/Oven-Gas
- Refrigerator
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Washer
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 10
- Basement Description: Finished-Partially, Full
Home Features
- Other Equipment: Gas
Garage and Parking
- Driveway: Blacktop
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Detached Garage
School Information
- Elementary School: METUCHEN
- High School: METUCHEN
- Middle School: METUCHEN
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ceiling Fan, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
- Fireplace Features: Insert, Kitchen, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Heating Features: Baseboard - Hotwater, Multi-Zone
- Heating Fuel: Gas-Natural
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Ceiling Fans: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 17448
- Source Listing Status: Under Contract Cont. to Show
- County: Middlesex
- Availability Date: 2026-09-19
- Directions: Lake Ave to Spring Street -
- Tax Year: 2025
- Home Warranty: No
- Ownership Type: Fee Simple
- Property Subtype: Single Family
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1886
- Building Exterior Type: Metal Siding
- Property Age: 140
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- House Style: Colonial
- Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck
- Greenhouse Type Room
- Open Porch(es)
- Patio
- Sidewalk
- Patio: Yes
- Porch: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | Listed | $1,290,000 | - |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Sold | $1,225,000 | - |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Listing removed | $1,150,000 | - |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Listed | $1,150,000 | - |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Listing removed | $1,150,000 | - |
| May 17, 2025 | Listed | $1,150,000 | - |
| Apr 8, 2012 | Listing removed | $744,900 | - |
| Feb 26, 2012 | Listed | $744,900 | - |
| Jan 24, 2012 | Listing removed | $779,000 | - |
| Jan 8, 2012 | Relisted | $779,000 | - |
| Dec 1, 2011 | Listing removed | $779,000 | - |
| Nov 27, 2011 | Listed | $779,000 | - |
| Jan 18, 2005 | Sold | $685,000 | - |
Location
Lat 40.53662 · Lng -74.36333