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Property Description
Nestled in one of Metuchen's most desirable neighborhoods, this recently renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home blends classic charm with modern updates. A welcoming front porch offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. The main level features a comfortable living room, formal dining room, and an updated kitchen designed for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The finished basement includes a full bathroom, laundry area, and additional finished space, providing added functionality and storage. Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this home is ideally located just minutes from the Metuchen train station, highly rated schools, vibrant downtown, shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, offering the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 26 Charles St
General
- Price: $549,900
- Taxes: $7,908 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2700181R
- Updated: 7/5/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room(s), Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 908 Sq. Ft.
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Patio
- Deck/Patio: Porch, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage, See Remarks, Off Site
- Parking: Concrete, Garage, See Remarks, Off Site
Location
- County: Middlesex
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Auxiliary Electric Heat
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: See Remarks
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Bath Half, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Roof: Wood
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 908
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1019
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,439
- Lot Dimensions: 148.00 x 0.00
- Lot Features: Level
- Zoning: R2
- Lot Description: Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,908
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 900211000000037
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Schools
Schools serving 26 Charles St
School District:Metuchen Borough School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edgar Middle School 49 Brunswick Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 5-8 | 0.3 mi |
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School 16 Simpson Place, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | PK-K | 0.4 mi |
Campbell Elementary School 24 Durham Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 1-4 | 0.9 mi |
Metuchen High School 400 Grove Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 26 Charles St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/05/2026
Listed
$549,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 26 Charles St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,908
4%
$109,000
—
2024
$7,581
3%
$109,000
—
2023
$7,327
6%
$109,000
—
2022
$6,944
2%
$109,000
—
2021
$6,785
34%
$109,000
—
2021
$5,059
-22%
$109,000
—
2018
$6,475
—
$109,000
—
2019
$6,499
1%
$109,000
—
2017
$6,454
3%
$109,000
—
2016
$6,289
2%
$109,000
—
2015
$6,150
5%
$109,000
—
2013
$5,874
—
$109,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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26 Charles Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840 (MLS# 2700181R) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 26 Charles Street is currently listed for $549,900 and was received on July 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 26 Charles Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Metuchen? You can browse all Metuchen real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

