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Property Description
Charming Metuchen Ranch-Ideal Starter Home or Downsizing Gem! Welcome to this delightful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch-style home, perfectly situated on a large, private lot with no back neighbors and just three houses from Metuchen High School--a prime location, especially since the district does not provide bus service to the high school. Inside, you'll find a spacious eat-in kitchen featuring a closet pantry and convenient side-door access to the attached garage, backyard, and a large unfinished basement-ready to become your next rec room or home gym. Adjacent to the kitchen is a central dining room with a skylight that bathes the space in natural light. French doors open to a bright and airy sunroom, a cozy retreat overlooking the fully fenced backyard, with direct access to the deck and yard, where there's plenty of room for a pool. The refinished hardwood floors in a light oak finish, along with freshly painted interiors, make this home truly move-in ready. Additional comfort features include central air conditioning, forced hot heat, and an electronic air purifier. Additional Highlights: Quiet, low-traffic street Just minutes from Metuchen & Metro Park Train Stations Close to Menlo Park Mall, JFK Hospital, Garden State Pkwy, NJ Turnpike, and other major commuting routes. Whether you're starting out or simplifying life, this well-maintained home is ready to welcome its next owner!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 398 Waltham Ave
General
- Sold For: $670,000
- Taxes: $13,215 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Middlesex
- MLS ID: 2660061M
- Added to Site: 224 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 3 Bedrooms, Dining Room, Bath Full, Bath Half, Family Room, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Attic, None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Parking: 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
Location
- County: Middlesex
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities, Utility Room
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Year Built: 1955
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 100
- Lot Features: Dead - End Street
- Lot Description: Dead - End Street
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $13,215
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 90002600000004
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Schools
Schools serving 398 Waltham Ave
School District:Metuchen Borough School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Campbell Elementary School 24 Durham Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 1-4 | 1 mi |
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School 16 Simpson Place, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | PK-K | 1 mi |
Edgar Middle School 49 Brunswick Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 5-8 | 1.6 mi |
Metuchen High School 400 Grove Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 398 Waltham Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/15/2025
Sold
$670,000
0.07%
MLS
7/23/2025
Price Reduced
$669,500
-0.81%
MLS
7/12/2025
Listed
$675,000
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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.
398 Waltham Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840 (MLS# 2660061M) is a Single Family property that was sold at $670,000 on October 15, 2025. This property was sold by Donna Rodas from our Metuchen / Edison Office.Want to learn more about 398 Waltham Avenue? 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.


