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$1,360,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,800 Sq. Ft.
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Charming 5-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Metuchen Welcome to your dream home on one of Metuchen's most picturesque, tree-lined streets. This beautifully modernized 5-bedroom residence seamlessly blends classic charm with modern comfort all just a 7-minute walk to award-winning Main Street and express train service to Manhattan. Set on a generous 2/3-acre lot, the backyard is a serene retreat featuring mature pine trees, a blooming wildflower garden, and frequent visits from songbirds. Two spacious screened-in porches provide peaceful outdoor living spaces, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Inside, you'll find sunlit, spacious rooms with timeless details ideal for both entertaining and everyday living.Located within the highly rated Metuchen school district, this home offers the rare combination of privacy, convenience, and community. Don't miss this unique opportunity to live in one of New Jersey's most desirable small towns.

Full Property Details for 44 Rector St

General

  • Sold For: $1,360,000
  • Taxes: $24,481 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Middlesex
  • MLS ID: 2602829R
  • Added to Site: 186 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Sound System, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Library/Office, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, Florida Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Bath Main, Other Room(s), 2 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Wood-Burning, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dryer, Free-Standing Freezer, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 3,800 Sq. Ft.

Additional Information

  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: Bath

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Yard
  • Deck/Patio: Patio, Enclosed

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: 2 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking: 2 Car Width, 3 Cars Deep, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Zoned, Baseboard

Utilities

  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 3,800
  • Year Built: 1900

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.6446
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 28,079
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Zoning: R1
  • Lot Description: Near Shopping, Near Train

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $24,481
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 900124000000057

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Schools serving 44 Rector St

School District:Metuchen Borough School District
NameGradesDistance
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
16 Simpson Place, Metuchen, NJ 08840
PK-K0.4 mi
Campbell Elementary School
24 Durham Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
1-40.5 mi
Edgar Middle School
49 Brunswick Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
5-81 mi
Metuchen High School
400 Grove Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
9-120.6 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 44 Rector St

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/25/2025
Sold
$1,360,000
-2.85%
MLS
9/09/2025
Price Reduced
$1,399,900
-3.45%
MLS
8/18/2025
Listed
$1,449,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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44 Rector Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840 (MLS# 2602829R) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,360,000 on November 25, 2025. This property was listed by Nancy Steingart from our Metuchen / Edison Office.Want to learn more about 44 Rector 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.